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Summer 2021 Mission Trips Recap

Missions is a central part of the UVF community. This summer, we were excited to send out teams across the U.S. to partner with churches and organizations for missions work. These three short-term missions trips were able to go out to Las Vegas, Nevada; Savannah, Georgia; and Sandusky, Ohio.

UVF’s first team to Las Vegas, Nevada, went to be a light and spread the gospel in unique ways. Due to the sensitive nature of the work the team was doing, they weren’t able to share much. “The trip was really eye-opening. Each member of the group was affected in a different way and the experiences were nothing like we could have expected,” shared UVF junior Isaac Gale. “Working alongside four separate missionaries, we partnered with FREE International, who works to end human trafficking in the U.S. Each day that we were there, we got to serve in a different capacity. In the mornings there was an education element where we got to learn about the different aspects of human trafficking. In the evenings, we would serve and get a taste of what some of the missionaries did on a daily basis. The trip really broke me down and God is still building me back up.”

The second team of the summer was Team Georgia. They served with missionaries Jonathan and Sharon Brown of LifeBridge Inner City Ministry and helped to organize the church’s storage unit, lead an outdoor service, lead worship at a church, participate in street ministry, and feed the homeless. Team member Grace Townsend shared enthusiastically, “The purpose [of the trip] was to spread the gospel and allow the Lord to use us in everything we did… We saw a woman come to know the Lord as her Savior, and that made the entire trip worth it. This team reminded me what it means to work together for the glory of the Lord. The Spirit of God was with us during this trip, and guided every step. There were several curveballs that should have gotten us sidetracked, but by the power of God we were able to press on and serve. This team was organized by God and I feel blessed to have spent the week with them.”

The last missions trip of the summer was to Sandusky, Ohio! This team partnered with Ohio Kids Ministry to put on their Missions Extreme Camp for youth and children who are interested in missions. These young students were able to put their callings into practice by serving their community through the camp. Team co-leader Faith Parisot shared her experience, “This trip was incredible! We not only had the opportunity to take part in the mission of Christ, but also to equip and come alongside the next generation as they learn what it means to live on mission. We got to help these youth experience what it is like to deny themselves and humbly help those in need by serving a local church, a pregnancy center, a food distribution center, and an elementary school, as well as taking part in children’s outreaches. It was an honor to teach, equip, and serve with these awesome students!”

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A homeschool transcript should include the following:   

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Homeschool students typically don’t have a GPA or class rank based on a standardized grading system. You may be asked to provide your grading scale (e.g., A = 90-100, B = 80-89, etc.) and explain how you evaluate coursework. . 

If your grading was pass/fail, a work sample does help us evaluate the rigor of your coursework. 

Yes, homeschooled students are eligible for the same federal and state financial aid (e.g., FAFSA) as other students. You are also eligible for institutional scholarships. 

You may be asked to provide documentation showing that your homeschooling complies with the laws of your state (e.g., notice of intent to homeschool, records of testing or assessments). We are familiar with most states’ homeschool laws. 

Yes, you can still apply as a homeschooled student if you were homeschooled for any portion of high school. You’ll need to explain the structure of your education and provide transcripts for both your public/private school and homeschool years, if applicable. 

A GED is not required if you have completed your high school education through homeschooling, provided you can submit a detailed transcript and meet the other application requirements. However, if you took the GED, you may submit those scores as part of your application if they are beneficial. 

We value the self-motivation and discipline that often come with homeschooling.  Our homeschooled students typically excel in academic curiosity, resilience, and ability to work independently. 

We always encourage students to come for an on-campus visit.  It can be a great opportunity to showcase your personality and explain your homeschooling background in person. It’s also a chance to ask questions about the college and demonstrate your interest in the school. 

Homeschooling allows you to tailor your education to your interests and strengths. We appreciate the diversity of perspectives that homeschool students bring, so don’t be afraid to highlight how your education has been non-traditional but still rigorous and meaningful. 

If you’ve taken college-level courses during high school (dual enrollment), make sure to include those credits on your application. You’ll need to request official transcripts from the college(s) where you took courses and submit them to your prospective schools. 

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