Shelton Academy Inc

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J. B. Shelton Academy middle and high school is the "school of your dreams"! Each child works at his or her own pace. Some students complete two grades in one year; other students may require two years to complete one grade. Our method is basically tutorial, and instruction is usually one-on-one. We are sensitive to differences in learning styles, as well as differences in educational goals. Our attendance policies are designed to accommodate family vacations, educational travel, or absences required by family emergencies. Our school is in session Monday through Thursday, 8:30 A.M. to approximately 12:00 Noon. Arrival time is flexible, and students may leave when their work is completed. We believe that school hours are for school work, not for "killing time"!
We are fully accredited by the National Private Schools Accreditation Alliance, an association for non-traditional schools. Our teachers are experienced, well-qualified, dedicated, and caring. They understand that each child is special, differing from others mentally, emotionally, and physically; they treat each as unique in his or her abilities, talents, and interests. Shelton has no entrance or exit exams; instead, we meet each child "where the child is" and endeavor to help that child to attain his or her own personal goals.
How Can You Tell Whether Your Child Needs Shelton Academy?

Standing in need of a shorter school day? A shorter school week?
Chafing at artificial limits or unnecessary demands on his or her time?

Is your child simply impatient with schools that can hold students back? Would your child prefer an environment where grade level does not place limits on achievement or unnecessary demands on time? Is acceleration indicated? Or, is he or she capable of handling schoolwork efficiently, with time left over for a vocation or an avocation? Shelton presents unique answers for unique people at all educational levels!

Shelton Academy's Philosophy
Shelton's philosophy is, obviously, that each student is unique, with a special combination of individual strengths and individual weaknesses. We feel that an educational atmosphere of encouragement and acceptance is the key to success for every student. We encourage all abilities and accept all real limitations. We do not, of course, accept unreal or self-imposed limitations! We believe that the purpose of education is to remove barriers and enhance opportunities.

Shelton Academy's Goal
Achievement with flexibility is our goal. We do not want to be "cookie- cutter" educators! We do not want to produce "cookie-cutter" students!

Shelton Academy's Methods
The staff at Shelton Academy knows that many students excel in all areas, while other students excel in some areas, but do not do as well in others. Our curriculum choices for each child take these differences into account. Our methods are individualized and tutorial. A low student/teacher ratio permits a high level of direct teacher/student communication. We find that one-on-one instruction adapted to individual learning capacities and learning styles helps BOTH the student who has learning difficulties AND the student who is bored by the pace of the average classroom! Once a child experiences such a positive and adaptable learning environment, where each child's own nature can fulfill itself, self-esteem and confidence begin to climb, and stress begins to disappear!

Please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have, or call for an appointment if you would like to visit.