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Independent School in Kansas City, MO
The Barstow School:
The Barstow School, located in southern Kansas City, Missouri (20 minute drive from the Plaza), is an accredited, nonsectarian, coeducational, independent preparatory school offering preschool through 12th grade programs. While an education can be obtained anywhere, it takes a special place to ignite your passion.
The Barstow School is located on State Line Road in southern Kansas City, Missouri, in the Midwestern United States. Kansas City International Airport is located just 15 miles northwest of the central business district of Kansas City.
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Directions / Instructions:
For families traveling via interstate, from I-435 take the State Line Road exit. Travel south on State Line Road for approximately 1 mile. The Barstow School is located to the left (east) at approximately 115th Street. Look for the sign marking our driveway.
From Midtown/Plaza: The Barstow School is only a 20 minute drive from the Plaza. Take Ward Parkway south to 89th Street. Turn right on 89th Street to State Line Road. Turn left (south) on State Line Road and continue to 115th Street. The Barstow School is located to the left (east) at approximately 115th Street. Look for the sign marking our driveway
School / Office Address:
11511 State Line Road
Kansas City
Missouri
USA
Kansas City
Missouri
USA
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Acacia Academy Private Special Education / Therapeutic School
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Acacia Academy is an accredited, private special education / therapeutic school for grades 1-12 and offers a Transition Program for ages 18-22 servicing the Chicago, IL area. The Acacia tree symbolizes what our school strives to achieve: educational stability with roots of strength and character that will last a lifetime making Acacia Academy a safe place to grow and learn.Offering a variety of school year and summer programs designed to meet each student’s learning objectives in terms of his/her learning capabilities. Acacia Academy is AdvancED accredited and has locations in La Grange and Burr Ridge Illinois.
The Illinois State Board of Education has approved Acacia Academy for out-of-district placement for special education. Students from all over northern Illinois attend Acacia Academy. In many cases, the school district provides tuition and transportation.
Acacia teachers are flexible in their approach to teaching and will personalize the curriculum to adhere to the student learning needs, as opposed to the student modifying themselves for the curriculum. Differentiated Instruction (DI) is a systematic approach to planning curriculum and instruction for an academically diverse learner through responsive teaching.
Responsive teaching is focusing on who we teach, what we teach, where we teach, and how we are teaching. Teachers consider student characteristics of readiness, interests and learning styles while planning curriculum.
Elementary (Grades 1-8), High School (Grades 9-12), Transition Program (Ages 18-22)
All Learning Disabilities such as Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, Autism, Attention Deficit Disorders (ADD/ADHD), Executive Functioning, and Auditory/Visual Processing Needs
Anxiety, School Phobia, and School Refusal
Emotional and Social Needs.
Students not performing at appropriate grade levels.
General education students to meet their academic goals and potential.
All Learning Disabilities such as Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, Autism, Attention Deficit Disorders (ADD/ADHD), Executive Functioning, and Auditory/Visual Processing Needs
Anxiety, School Phobia, and School Refusal
Emotional and Social Needs.
Students not performing at appropriate grade levels.
General education students to meet their academic goals and potential.
St. Bernadette Catholic Elementary School, Rockford
Courses / Programs
St. Bernadette Catholic Elementary School (Pre-K-8), located in Rockford in Winnebago County in northern Illinois, is an extension of St. Bernadette Catholic Church. As we share the Church's teaching and history, we hope that our students will be strong spiritually, intellectually, emotionally, socially and physically. Students have daily religion instruction and attend Mass weekly. Students are encouraged to participate in the Mass through music, serving, ushering and lectoring.Our mission is to provide each student with a thorough understanding and appreciation of the Catholic Faith and to provide a foundation of academic and personal skills that will be necessary to thrive as a responsible member of the school and parish communities as well as the world at large.
- St. Bernadette's Pre-K-8 academic program is officially recognized by the State of Illinois.
- We provide instruction in the traditional academic subjects (Math, Reading, Language / English, Phonics, Science, & Social Studies).
- In addition to these curricular areas, students are instructed in Religion, Physical Education, Music, Art, Computers and Library.
- We provide instruction in the traditional academic subjects (Math, Reading, Language / English, Phonics, Science, & Social Studies).
- In addition to these curricular areas, students are instructed in Religion, Physical Education, Music, Art, Computers and Library.
Christian Academy of Greater St Louis
Courses / Programs
The Christian Academy of Greater St. Louis is an independent private school in St. Louis, Missouri. We offer a college preparatory curriculum with educational programs from preschool through to 12th Grade. Faculty, staff, administrators, and board members are faithful members of the Church of Christ. The school is committed to continuing to improve in the three areas of its emphasis; spiritual, academic, and student activities. The Christian Academy is accredited through the National Christian School Association (NCSA) and the North Central Association (NCA). Accreditation assures graduates that the Christian Academy academic credits are accepted at educational institutions everywhere. These associations are recognized by the National Council for Private School Accreditation (NCPSA) located in Washington, D.C.
The guiding philosophy of the Christian Academy of Greater St. Louis is...that which ultimately benefits the student. Our goal is to prepare each student to live a life of value and meaning to God, society, and self.
Educational Programs from Preschool through to 12th Grade:
- Preschool (2 years - Pre-K)
- Elementary School (KG - 5th Grade)
- Middle School (6th - 8th Grade)
- High School (9th - 12th Grade)
- Daily Bible classes and chapel
- College Prep Curriculum
Extra-Curricular Activities:
- Volleyball, Soccer, Basketball, Cheerleading, Track, Baseball, Theatre, Chorus, Art
- Preschool (2 years - Pre-K)
- Elementary School (KG - 5th Grade)
- Middle School (6th - 8th Grade)
- High School (9th - 12th Grade)
- Daily Bible classes and chapel
- College Prep Curriculum
Extra-Curricular Activities:
- Volleyball, Soccer, Basketball, Cheerleading, Track, Baseball, Theatre, Chorus, Art
Adirondack Learning Academy - Accredited Homeschool Online Programs
Courses / Programs
• Adirondack Learning Academy (ALA) is an NCAA-approved and NISAC-accredited online homeschool provider. • We deliver comprehensive online courses to kindergarten, elementary school, middle school & high school students in Tennessee and throughout the United States.
• At ALA, we offer Advanced Placement (AP) classes, college entrance assistance, and summer classes. Students are also welcome to take single classes. Access to our online courses is available 24/7.
• Our Acellus Curriculum provides individualized programs to suit all students and learning styles. On successful graduation, high school seniors are awarded a college preparatory academic diploma.
• Each child’s educational program is customized to meet their strengths, learning styles and interests to maximize learning.
• We welcome students with special needs, and they will have the opportunity to receive physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy through our school.
• ALA is accredited by the National Independent Study Accreditation Council (NISAC) and approved by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
• On completion of the program, high school seniors are awarded a homeschool diploma and an official transcript stating they have completed the requirements for graduation in their state.
Accredited Online K-12 Homeschool Programs:
- Homeschooling curriculum for kindergarten, elementary school, middle school & high school.
Features include:
• Advance Placement (AP) classes
• College preparation assistance
• Individualized curriculum with each student assigned their own personal learning coach
• Single classes and summer classes are also available
A homeschool diploma is awarded to each senior on successful completion of the program
- Homeschooling curriculum for kindergarten, elementary school, middle school & high school.
Features include:
• Advance Placement (AP) classes
• College preparation assistance
• Individualized curriculum with each student assigned their own personal learning coach
• Single classes and summer classes are also available
A homeschool diploma is awarded to each senior on successful completion of the program
St. Cornelius Catholic School, Chicago
Courses / Programs
St. Cornelius School in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois is dedicated to providing children an excellent education rooted in the Catholic Christian tradition through our preschool and elementary / middle school programs through Grade 8. By our focus on education driven by faith, students learn and act with integrity and kindness. Our goal is to educate children to become dedicated and productive people in our world. The St. Cornelius learning program is geared to meet the needs of today and the demands of tomorrow.Cornelius School is an integral part of the St. Cornelius Parish and community at large. In conjunction with the evangelizing mission of the church and parish, St. Cornelius School is called to teach the message of Jesus in a Catholic context. Our unique role is to instill in the children the future responsibility of becoming loving adult disciples of Jesus.
Catholic Educational Programs from Preschool through Grade 8:
- Catholic Preschool program: Classes for 3 and 4 year old children
- Catholic Elementary & Middle School program (Grades K-8)
- We also offer an extended day option until 6:00 pm
- Registrations are taken on a first-come, first-served basis.
St. Cornelius is dedicated to providing an education for the student inside and outside of the classroom.
- Catholic Preschool program: Classes for 3 and 4 year old children
- Catholic Elementary & Middle School program (Grades K-8)
- We also offer an extended day option until 6:00 pm
- Registrations are taken on a first-come, first-served basis.
St. Cornelius is dedicated to providing an education for the student inside and outside of the classroom.
ID Tech Camps, Missouri
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Hosted at Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, iD Tech Camps provides 1-week technology and computer science summer day camps for kids and teens (ages 7-17). Suitable for beginner to advanced level learners, iD Tech Camps offer an intensive and relevant technology curriculum, taught by well-versed, accomplished faculty.iD Tech Camps strike the right balance between off-computer activities (creative games, sports, life skills, etc.) and essential technology education to foster a really exciting and immersive summer camp experience. Students build STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) skills in the tech labs, eat in the university dining hall, explore campus, and make new friends. Overnight campers sleep on campus in the university dorms.
“I was really impressed with all the enthusiasm from the staff and how they interacted with their students during class time and in the evenings with the overnight campers.”
- Kim L., Parent, Washington University in St. Louis
1-Week iD Tech Summer Day Camps (ages 7-12)
- Adventures in Programming (Scratch)
- Adventures in Game Design
- Intro to Programming with Scratch & Java
- 3D Game Design with Minecraft
- 3D Game Design - Racing Games
- Game Design & Graphic Arts Hybrid
- Role-Playing Game Design with RPG Maker
- Game Design for iPhone & iPad...
1-Week iD Tech Summer Day Camps (ages 13-17)
- Programming in Java
- Programming in C++
- Game Modding & Java Coding
- RPG Game Design
- FPS Game Design...
- Adventures in Programming (Scratch)
- Adventures in Game Design
- Intro to Programming with Scratch & Java
- 3D Game Design with Minecraft
- 3D Game Design - Racing Games
- Game Design & Graphic Arts Hybrid
- Role-Playing Game Design with RPG Maker
- Game Design for iPhone & iPad...
1-Week iD Tech Summer Day Camps (ages 13-17)
- Programming in Java
- Programming in C++
- Game Modding & Java Coding
- RPG Game Design
- FPS Game Design...