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The Owens Academy for Exceptional Learners utilizes the Georgia Performance Standard curriculum for all students. This is the Georgia Department of Education approved curriculum for all public schools. Most of our students come to us from public schools and therefore are very familiar with the curriculum components in core subjects of math, science, English/language arts, and social studies both general and advanced placement. Physical education and Spanish are taught each semester. Because our class sizes are small, we provide one on one attention and instruction.
We have a state of the art technology with internet and other resources, an updated library, and a full gym for physical education and other school activities and functions.
Because we employ a highly structured, research-based model of teaching and learning, our curriculum includes very small classes, life skills courses such as conflict resolution, time management, study skills and character education. Our supplemental courses include leadership development, technology, theology, international studies and driver's education. We have an outstanding apprentice work program for students of working age to begin earning their own income.
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Owens Academy Dancer We offer several supportive services for special needs learners, particularly ADHD that include: speech therapy, occupational therapy, mentoring and a monthly support group for parents. Pre and post assessments are given in the Fall and the Spring of each academic year to examine students' knowledge and academic achievement in grade level content. Students' grades are reported to parents every four weeks for progress reports and every eight weeks for report cards. Parents may schedule conferences on an as needed basis. Staff:
The Owens Academy is under the authority of a dedicated Board of Directors who oversee the school organization. All staff hold bachelors degrees, teacher certifications and/or content specific hours in all core subjects which is required to meet accreditation standards. The administrator/principal holds triple graduate degrees in business (MBA), curriculum and instruction education (Ed.S.), and a doctorate degree in education (Ed.D.)
Accreditation: The Owens Academy for Exceptional Learners is in the process of accreditation and this information will be posted at a later date this year. The Owens Academy is a member school of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).
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