Spring Ridge Academy

Learning to Learn

Spring Ridge Academy helps students find the learning style that works for them. Our students often have a long record of academic conflict that can be dramatically reversed once they are encouraged to understand that learning differently does not mean being unable to learn. Learning about learning is as important a goal at Spring Ridge Academy as learning the knowledge base of specific subjects.

Our academic support programs are the bridge to accomplishment for Academy students. Through these courses, students have an opportunity to concentrate on the fundamental skills needed to succeed in specific academic subjects.

Overcoming learning barriers requires close supervision, highly trained and motivated staff, and an attitude that education is the foundation on which life is built. Students are thoroughly evaluated upon entry to determine placement based not on artificial grade levels, but on skill levels. Every student's academic program is highly individualized.

Spring Ridge Academy is a licensed school. A student can obtain her high school diploma at Spring Ridge Academy, or transfer credits earned here to another high school. We offer students two paths toward academic success:

• Academic Diploma - This track offers the greatest flexibility, and recognizes that some students may not be strong in all academic areas.
• Advanced Academic Diploma - This curriculum prepares students for challenging college programs.

Each student carries five major courses and required minor courses. Among the course offerings are:

• English - Writing Workshop, Writing Skills II & III, Career Writing, Advanced Writing and Thinking, American Literature, World Literature.
• Mathematics - Pre-Algebra, Algebra I-II, Geometry, College Preparatory Mathematics, Pre-Calculus.
• Social Studies - World Geography, Survey of World Cultures, United States History, American Government, Newswatch: Current Events and Issues.
• Science - Life Science, Earth Science, Physical Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics
• Foreign Language - Spanish I-IV
• Computer Science - Introduction to Computers
• The Arts - Art Awareness, Academy Chorus, Beginning Dance Technique, Acting/Improvisation, Public Speaking
• Health/Physical Education - Health Education, Physical Education, Wellness, Aerobics, Fitness Training, Yoga.