Governor Deal set to launch Berrien Program
Georgia Governor Nathan Deal will help cut the ribbon on the Star Academy Program at Berrien Academy later in the month. He is scheduled to visit the academy Tuesday, Oct. 31, according to an organizational press release. Berrien Academy Principal Michele Garner said she is eager…
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STAR ACADEMY RIBBON CUTTING
The Wayne County School District had their ribbon cutting for the new Star Academy. The main purpose of STAR Academy is to be a “drop-out prevention” and “catch-up” type program that will be implemented in fall of 2017. Crystal Bates, curriculum director with the Wayne County…
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Alabama Program: Fresh Start for Students and Teachers
Mobile Star Academy on the rise as veteran teachers provide stability and personal attention In its fourth year, the Star Academy program at the Pathway School in Mobile, AL, is hitting its stride, serving a maximum number of students and preparing them to get back…
Read MoreProactive Program Nets National Award
South Carolina Star Academy receives dropout prevention honor Moncks Corner, SC – Help at-risk students before they fall through the cracks; it’s easier to turn them in a new direction than it is to pull them back into the system after they’ve fallen out. That’s…
Read MorePeople Make the Difference
When students – even those deemed at risk and near the point of dropping out – realize that someone truly cares about them, the process of education becomes a whole lot easier. That’s a deep-seated belief of Enoree Career Center Star Academy Director Terry Manigault,…
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What Students and Educators are Saying About Star Academy
“Attendance has improved, disciplinary referrals have dropped, scores are improving. Star Academy is bringing noticeable changes.”
Lockwood Bonin, Assistant Principal, Franklin Junior High School, Franklin, LA
“It is hands-on and you get help when you want it. There are no distractions, the classes are smaller, and everyone is working on their own thing.”
Caleb, Explore Academy, Pine Bluff, AR
“Star Academy addresses the whole student, and equipped me with the tools I need to reach them where they’re at – both academically and behaviorally.”
Melissa Harris, Science Teacher, Mobile County Schools
“My experience with Star Academy is fantastic. I love doing experiments every day that show you how it is in the real world.”
Student, Franklin Junior High School, Franklin, LA
“You should see the joy on the faces of students when they are completing the science experiments.”
Administrator, Explore Academy, Pine Bluff, AR
“Star Academy is a life changer and I’m glad I did it. I encourage any student who needs to get back on track to be part of it.”
Dylan Lawrence, Former Student, George County Schools
“One of the main things parents say is that it gave them hope, and continues to give them hope, for their child’s future.”
