Purpose The Scholar’s Academy is a challenging, college-preparatory curriculum emphasizing academic rigor and cross- curricular studies. It is intended to prepare students to be successful upon entry into a selective, four-year postsecondary institution, and it offers the potential for earning college credit while in high school. Courses will emphasize language development, preparation for SAT and ACT, higher level thinking skills, research and presentation skills. By completing the requirements of the Scholar’s Academy, students have the opportunity to earn prestigious designations, including state and/or national AP Scholar with Honors, AP Scholar with Distinction, AP International Scholar, and National Merit semifinalist. Selective admittance into the Scholar’s Academy is by application or recruitment only, please visit the school website to download the application.
Mission Statement The mission of the Scholar’s Academy is for all participants to reach their fullest potential as evidenced by: taking challenging coursework, achieving high academic standing, earning National Merit Scholarship status, and entrance into top colleges/universities.