Montessori Academy, Nashville / Brentwood area: Montessori Academy is the only Montessori school in Middle Tennessee that holds dual accreditation with the American Montessori Society (AMS) and AdvancEd.
Situated in Brentwood TN, 12 miles south of Nashville, we a non-sectarian, independent, co-educational school, accepting students from the age of 3 months through the 8th Grade.
Authentic Montessori School Programs: - Infant Program (Ages 3 months - 18 months)
- Toddler Program (Ages 18 months - 36 months)
- Primary Program (Ages 3-6)
- Lower Elementary Program (Ages 6-9 years, 1st, 2nd, 3rd Grade students)
- Upper Elementary / Middle School (Ages 9-15, 4th through 8th Grade)
• 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.
- 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
Located in Lexington, in the Lexington–Fayette–Frankfort–Richmond Combined Statistical Area of Fayette County, Kentucky, Blue Grass Baptist School is a private Christian Kindergarten through 12th Grade school. We offer kindergarten, elementary, junior and senior high school programs with a challenging college preparatory curriculum with college prep PSAT, ACT and SAT, honors and advanced placement courses.
Our Christian based educational program strives to make our school a place where Jesus Christ lives in the hearts and minds of those who teach and those who learn. We focus on bringing the home, church, and school into a partnership for the purpose of training the next generation.
Our small student-teacher ratio in the regular classroom setting allows our teachers the luxury of addressing each child’s needs daily. Additionally, enrichment activities are provided through such programs as 4-H club, National Junior Honor Society, National Honor Society for Secondary Schools, BETA club, D.A.R.E., Pep Club, Student Council, and journalism. We are accredited by the Kentucky Department of Education through the Kentucky Non-Public School Commission.
Christian Education Programs from Kindergarten through 12th Grade:
- Elementary School
- Junior High School
- Senior High School
- Challenging College Preparatory Curriculum with math, English, science, history, social studies, physical education, music, art
- Honors and Advanced Placement Courses
- College Preparatory Courses PSAT, ACT and SAT
- Before and After School Care
Collegiate School, located in Richmond, Virginia, is a independent, co-educational college preparatory school offering Grades K-12. The essence of Collegiate School is the interaction of students, faculty, parents, administrators and alumni in a dynamic learning community with high personal and academic expectations.
This exceptional educational environment enables our students to develop their potential for intellectual growth, leadership, and service. The experience is strengthened by the support of actively involved parents and the richness of relationships of students, faculty and alumni to each other and the school.
Collegiate is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and the Virginia Association of Independent Schools.
Subjects include:
- Biology
- Calculus AB and BC
- Chemistry
- Chinese Language
- Physics C
- Economics (Macro and Micro)
- English Language
- English Literature
- French Language
- Latin Literature
- Spanish Language
- Statistics
- United States History..
Piano Art Studio offers intensive piano training throughout Gwinnett County (part of the Atlanta metro area), GA for advanced piano performance students, and preparation training for competitions, solo recitals and college exams. Intermediate students are accepted as well.
Piano training classes are run by Dr. Lusia Glagoleva, who has a Ph.D. in Piano Performance and Pedagogy. As a member of American National Music Teachers Association and American Federation of Musicians, Lusia always explores opportunities to take part in Auditions, Competitions, and Festivals with her advanced students.
For many years, Lusia Glagoleva has been successfully combining her work as an instructor, Professor of Special Piano at Musical Colleges, Conservatory, and Institutes with her concert appearances.
Many young musicians have studied under Glagoleva during her teaching at Musical Colleges and Conservatory. Many of these students have themselves become laureates and diploma winners of various competitions. In 2004 she was selected the “Teacher of the Year” by Atlanta Conservatory Faculty Staff.
Intensive piano training for intermediate and advanced level students:
- Glagoleva’s teaching expertise is impressive, as she always works on a high professional level and has earned the respect of many.
- Her lessons are interesting as well as substantial.
- She always plans a curriculum for each individual student, finding the best methods of performing and creative understanding of his / her specific personality and aptitudes.
- Lusia’s lessons are always executed with elation.
Heartwood Montessori School, located in the heart of Cary, North Carolina, is a private Montessori School offering quality education for children ages 18 months to fifteen years. Our school provides a varied curriculum based on the Montessori method. The Montessori approach encourages children to learn through self-motivation within a carefully prepared environment. The multi-age setting offers the child an opportunity to relate to, and work with others at his/her developmental level. At all levels and in all areas, Heartwood places the needs of the child first. The staff believes that children, not subjects, are taught. Respect for the child is the cornerstone of Heartwood's philosophy.
iD Tech Camps in Tennessee offers week-long, tech-related day and overnight camps for kids ages 7-17 at Vandebilt University, in Nashville TN. These technology education programs are premised on personalization - your path, at your pace. Our tech-savvy, adult-only instructors guide you through customized curriculum with one-on-one teaching. The curriculum is customized for beginner to advanced learners - so you can work at your pace. All courses have multiple modules of curriculum—instructors introduce students to increasingly advanced levels according to their progress and previous experience. Students may register for children's summer camps for one or several weeks (further camps). Many students choose to sign up for multi-week packages to build on their skills and learn new subjects.
“This was a great experience. The staff was excellent, the kids learned a ton and what they learned is a great first step in preparing them to be competitive in the new economy. We’ll be back next year.” - Steve P., Parent, Vanderbilt University
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