Educating the whole child.
Providing a safe and secure environment that allows every student the opportunity to reach his or her highest potential - academically, emotionally, physically, socially, and spiritually.
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ABOUT
Laurens Academy began in the fall of 1994 with ten fifth grade students meeting in the fellowship hall of Todd Memorial Presbyterian Church. The school was started by a group of concerned parents and educators who believed there was a need for a local alternative the the educational option in Laurens County. In 1996/97, a devastating fire destroyed the middle school and library building. As a result, the Educational/Athletic building was erected. The Class of 2002 became the first graduating class making LA a K4 through 12th grade college preparatory school. While we continue to offer new educational opportunities and adapt to the changing needs of college entrance and success as well as employment preparation, we will always maintain our original mission to educate the whole child in a Christian environment.
Laurens Academy is accredited by the South Carolina Independent School Association (SCISA) and AdvancED/SACS, a worldwide accrediting agency. SCISA and AdvancED review this accreditation every three years. The relationships with both accrediting agencies open many doors of opportunity for the students of Laurens Academy and provide strict standards which the school must maintain as well as provide feedback and direction for growth and development.
MISSION
STATEMENT
Laurens Academy will provide a safe, secure environment that will enhance each student’s opportunity to develop to his or her highest potential academically, emotionally, physically, socially, and spiritually.
VALUES
We pray that through teaching, coaching and most of all …example, each Laurens Academy student will develop the character to “do the right thing” in all aspects of the student’s life.
Prayer, Community Service, Integrity, Discipline, Achievement, Patriotism, Lifelong Learning, Sportsmanship, Pursuit of Excellence, Work Ethic, Respect, Honesty, Family, Appreciation and Compassion.
GENERAL
OBJECTIVES
Laurens Academy has adopted seven general objectives that run throughout our curriculum. It is our desire that each student successfully improve in the following areas: Time and Space Organization, Self-Esteem, Independent Study and Research, Effective Communication Skills, Critical Thinking, Christian Relationships, Values, and Cultural Literacy.
CHAPEL/
DEVOTION
All students participate in a weekly chapel service presented by students, teachers, and outside guests. This is a special time where the school comes together to learn, share, and pray. The faculty is encouraged, when applicable, to incorporate Christian history and principles in their daily activities. Acquiring and maintaining a good character is stressed with all students and is an important part of what we are at Laurens Academy.
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CONTACT
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