Education that meets
your child's needs
"…students can move as fast as they are able or as deliberately as they need to…"
Hope Academy, the on-campus school of the Presbyterian Home for Children,
was founded in 1997 to fulfill the educational needs of residents of the Home. In 2004, Hope Academy opened its doors to the community and began accepting private day and residential students. From there, it has expanded to become an exceptional school with expertise in working with children who need special attention, especially those with learning disabilities, ADHD, or who have fallen behind for any number of reasons. Gifted students also excel in the small classroom setting with the personalized level of instruction.
SACS
Accreditation
Hope Academy received accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and
Schools in December 2005. Hope Academy employs highly qualified teachers, aligning the curriculum with the Alabama Course of Study requirements, and addressing all federal and state requirements for students meeting the criteria for the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
Major
Advantages
Students attending Hope Academy are assured the educational advantages of:
A SACS-accredited program ensures quality
Confidence that grades will transfer and be accepted at all colleges and universities
Small class size (6-12 students per
teacher)
An atmosphere filled with high expectations for academic achievement
Personalized attention allowed by
small classes
Open communication line between parent, student and educators
Special emphasis on customized
curriculum needs
Above average pass rate on the
Alabama High School Graduation Exam
Residential
Education Program
To enhance our strong tradition of directing young people toward realizing their full potential, Hope Academy accepts private residential students into our educational program. Our residential students are able to take advantage of the structured environment, close supervision, and developmental activities the Home offers outside of the Hope Academy school hours. Residential school can be an excellent option for students desiring to transition smoothly into life on a college campus or whose academic performance and behavior suggests the need for a change of environment.
College
Bound
Recent Hope Academy graduates have demonstrated their educational interest and success through their acceptance to post-secondary schools and their pursuit of post-secondary degrees. Recent graduates have attended the University of Alabama; University of Alabama in Birmingham; Jacksonville State University; Gadsden State Community College and various post-secondary technical schools.
Pre-Admission
Requirements
Before being admitted to Hope Academy, prospective students are assessed in the areas of aptitude and achievement. They may also be required to undergo psychological examinations before being admitted into the residential program. The tests are designed to let teachers and program administrators know exactly where the student ranks in many different areas of learning and will allow a customized instructional approach.
Contact Admission Coordinator
Tuition
& Fees
$3700 for the 2007-2008 academic year. This is payable in ten monthly installments of
$370 each. Not included in that is a one-time application fee of $50 and an additional fee of
$200 for the pre-admission testing.
Apply
Now
To apply for the fall semester at Hope Academy as either a day student or a residential student,call Hope Academy at 256.362.4314 or via Email at phcaeddir@bellsouth.net
Hope Academy 2007-2008 Application (PDF)
Hope Academy 2007-2008 Academic Calendar (PDF)
Continuing Hope - the Campaign for Hope Academy
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