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Alexsander Academy

"Programs don't teach Children people do" ~Maya Mehanna

"Excellence is doing a common thing in an uncommon way." - Booker T. Washington Read More

Our Program

Elementary/Middle School
These classrooms serve students in grades 2nd – 8th in an academically focused, full day program. The school day runs Monday – Friday from 9:30 – 2:30. Students work on math, language arts, reading comprehension and fluency, science and social studies. The students also participate in music, art and social skills classes. The academic curriculum is based on the standards set by The Georgia Department of Education but is adjusted to the needs of each individual student. Maximum class size is 8 students with one certified teacher per classroom. Students are no more than three grade levels behind and are able to be successful in a small group classroom. The goal for all students in is to reach grade level academics and gain the skills and self confidence needed to be successful in an academically focused high school.

Middle School/High School remediation program
**Ages 13-16 for the 2012-2013 school year**

These classrooms will serve students ages 13 -21 who are in need of academic remediation and real world application of skills for a successful transition toward being an independent working adult. The school day runs Monday – Friday from 10:00 – 2:30. Students concentrate on building and expanding reading and math skills such as fluency, comprehension, and math applications. Social studies and science skills are focused on real world experience and application. The maximum class size is 5 students with one certified teacher per classroom. Students must have basic 1st grade reading and math skills and be able to be independent in a classroom of 5 students and one teacher. Students who need a greater level of support will be considered on a case by case basis and are subject to additional fees to pay for staff to provide that support.

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In order to provide consistency and academic success, the program offers a 5 week summer session. The summer session allows the students to explore the curriculum in different ways and to prepare them for the upcoming school year.