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INFORMATION Alabama Christian Academy (K4-12) 4700 Wares Ferry Road • (334) 277-1985 www.AlabamaChristian.com Total Enrollment: over 1,000 Average Class Size K-12: 18-22 Tuition Costs & Financial Aid:

Autauga Academy (K3-12) 497 Golson Road • Prattville • (334) 365-4343 www.AutaugaAcademy.com Total Enrollment: 227 Average Class Size K3-K4:11, K5: 17, 1st – 3rd: 22, 4th – 12th: 25

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K4 - 5th $5,476 6th - 12th $5,920 Price Break for more than one child. Extended Daycare: No Founded: 1942 Mission Statement: To Glorify God by providing a quality Christcentered education, which challenges students and teachers to maximize their potential so graduates are prepared to further their education, while becoming productive Christian citizens. Religious Affiliation: Church Of Christ Uniforms: Yes Athletic Programs & Achievements: Baseball, Basketball, Football, Soccer, Track, Softball, Volleyball, Golf and Cross Country Extracurricular Activities: Key Club, Drama, Stage Choir, Jazz band, Show Choir, Marching band, Chorus, Spanish National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta and National Honor Society, National Elementary Honor Society, National Honor Junior Society, Bass Fishing Club, Filmmakers Club Advance Placement classes: AP classes in Calculus, Science, Anatomy, History and English National Merit Scholars: Several nominees Other: Accredited CME, SACS; Over the past ten years, students have consistently scored above the national average on the Stanford Achievement Test, ACT & SAT Other Points of Interests: Our teachers believe in homework, but, by

Board directive, elementary teachers give none on Wednesday nights in order to encourage families to attend mid-week Bible study. The development of school-wide technology is a priority—all classrooms have been equipped with computers—internet access is available to all students via our computer lab and library media center. Several classrooms are currently using Smart Boards. Kindergarten has added a Smart Table to their curriculum. Starting Fall of 2012 all 7th -12th students will use an iPad. Secondary faculty have been using the iPad as a teaching aide in their classroom for over a year. • Virtual Notebooks were introduced into secondary school science classrooms in the spring of 2009 in order to allow teachers to project images and text onto screens from any location in their classrooms. • A Job Shadowing Program for seniors was introduced during the 2008-09 school year. • Elementary students in grades 3-5 participate in a “Career Week” during each school year. • Chapel sessions are held each day for assembly and/or worship and special spiritual emphasis days are sponsored each fall to involve students in community service. • The school sponsors voluntary, educational trips each fall and spring. The fall trip to Washington, DC is open to 8th graders and 10th graders take trips to Pennsylvania, Gettysburg and Niagara Falls. Trips to Boston and New York City alternate each spring and are available to juniors and seniors.

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Montgomery and the River Region offer many educational choices to families. Below is a comprehensive listing of private schools in the area.

Tuition Costs & Financial Aid:

K3 $2,000 K4-12th $3,600 Discounts for multiple children Extended Daycare: Yes Founded: 1969 Religious Affiliation: None Uniforms: No Athletic Programs & Achievements: Varsity & JV Football,

395 Ray Thorington Drive • (334) 270-4225 www.ChurchillAcademyMontgomery.com

Bethany Christian Academy (1st – 8th)

Annual Tuition:

Total Enrollment: 110 Average Class Size: 12

Average Class Size: 18

$7,700 $7,260 $7,920 Founded: 1996

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Mission Statement: Churchill Academy is a school for bright children

1st-8th $3,250 Discounts available for prepayment & multiple children Founded: 1899 Religious Affiliation: Seventh day Adventist Uniforms: Yes Athletic Programs: Tennis, Basketball Extracurricular Activities: Piano, violin, yearbook, student government

with unique learning differences. Religious Affiliation: None Uniforms: Yes

www.BCAMontgomery.com Total Enrollment: 71

K- 1 2 - 8 9 – 12

Community Christian Academy (K4-12) 216 Walnut Street, Prattville • (334) 531-0534 Annual Tuition: $3000, multiple child discount and discounts for full

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Brown’s Private School (K-2nd)

annual payment Founded: 2008

1130 Bellview Street • (334) 264-2971

Mission statement: To equip students with a sound education,

Total Enrollment: 23

empowering them with a Biblical worldview and inspiring them through Godly leadership to glorify God with their lives. Religious affiliation: Christian Uniforms: No but a dress code Athletic Programs: Football, basketball, soccer, softball Extracurricular Activities: Beta club, cheerleading, drama, yearbook, technology

Average Class Size: 15 Tuition Costs & Financial Aid: $275/month Extended Daycare: No Founded: 1940 Mission Statement: It is the mission of Browns Private School to

provide students with a quality education that will aid them in becoming mentally, socially, morally and physically self sufficient, so that they can be prepared for today’s ever changing society. Uniforms: Yes

Canterbury High School (9th-12th) 2005 North Country Club Drive • (334) 834-2273 http://canterburyhs.com Total Enrollment: 110 Tuition Costs & Financial Aid:

$400/month for day school $200/month for night school Founded: 1994 Religious Affiliation: None Uniforms: No

Chapman Christian Academy (K4-12) 4711 Chapman Road • Millbrook • (334) 285-5354 www.ChapmanChristianAcademy.com Average Class Size: 12-16 Tuition & Financial Aid: $2,280 Know the Community

Churchill Academy (K-12)

Cheerleading, Basketball, Baseball, Softball , Soccer, Golf, Track & Volleyball – 2008 AISA Baseball State Champions 1765 Highland Avenue • (334) 264-2101

provide a traditional education in the minimum amount of time. A Christian curriculum is used and a Christian world view is taught. Religious Affiliation: Christian Uniforms: No Other: Students attend school from 8:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Curriculum is A Beka, Bob Jones supplemental, and AP Courses available.

Multiple student discount of 40%, no hidden fees or fund raisers Extended Daycare: No Founded: 1994 Mission Statement: The basic philosophy of Chapman Christian is to

Cornerstone Christian Academy (K-12) 125 Calhoun Road • (334) 356-7788 www.ccamontgomery.org Total Enrollment: 100 Average Class Size: 12 Annual Tuition:

K5 $3,355 1 - 7 $3,575 8 – 12 $3,905 Enrollment fee of $300. All field trips, activities and material costs are included in the tuition payment. Mission Statement: Cornerstone Christian Academy exists to provide our students with a Christ-centered, classical education built on the foundation of God’s Word. Students will be taught to think critically, reason clearly and communicate effectively from a Biblical worldview. The ultimate objective is to glorify God by preparing students spiritually and intellectually for lifelong Christian service. Extended Daycare: Available through the YMCA Goodtimes Program. Additional cost. Founded: 2006 Religious Affiliation: Cornerstone is a ministry of Morningview Baptist Church Uniforms: Yes

Extracurricular Activities: Private music lessons, participation in

Athletic Programs & Achievements: Basketball, Volleyball, Baseball,

local and state Latin conventions, participation in National History Day regional and state competitions, Community Service, Yearbook, Handbell and Handchime choirs, art instruction Other: Cornerstone seeks to minister to likeminded Christian families who desire a strong academic program that is faithful to the classical model of education with an emphasis on training students in Christian character. School hours are M-F 8:00-2:30.

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East Memorial Christian Academy and Daycare (K-4- 12, Infant - 4) 1320 Old Ridge Road . Prattville (334) 358-4085 .Fax (334) 358-9226 www.emcawildcats.org Total Enrollment (K4-12): 284 Average class size: 12-18 Tuition Costs & Fees:

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$4,400 2 children $8,140 $11,660 4 children $14,960 Application (One time):$100 Registration: $300 per child (annual) Building fees: $300 per family (annual) Athletic fees: $100 per student-annual Books: $325 est. (varies according to grade) Discounts: For multiple children and for pastor families Extended Daycare: Yes, before and after school Founded: 2002 Mission statement: Shaping hearts and minds for a lifetime of Christian Service Religious Affiliation: Baptist, East Memorial Baptist Church Uniforms: Yes, daily Athletic Programs: AISA Class 3A - Football (JV and V), Volleyball (JV and V), Baseball (JV and V), Softball (JV and V), Boys Basketball (JV and V), Girls Basketball (JV and V), Cheerleading (JV and V), Power lifting and Track Extracurricular Activities / Programs: Drama Club, Yearbook, School Newspaper, Beta, SGA, Ambassadors Club, National Honor Society Advance Classes: Advanced diploma, Advanced Math, Advanced Science Other: 100% college acceptance of graduates

Eastwood Christian School (K-12) 1701 East Trinity Blvd. • (334) 272-8195 www.eastwoodschool.org

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Total Enrollment: 356

Fine Arts Program: Art, Voice, Guitar, Violin, Piano, Dance, Chinese

and Spring Musical College Awards/Scholarships: Distinguished Student, Valedictorian

Scholarship, Academic Excellence Scholarships, Presidential Scholarship, Blazing Scholars Award, Auburn Presidential Scholarship, Auburn Achievement Scholarship, Auburn Leadership Scholarship, Spirit of Auburn Scholarship, College of Agriculture Academic Scholarship, Lambda Sigma Honor Society, Hillsdale Merit Scholarship, Furman Junior Scholars Scholarship, Early Admission to Vet School Scholarship Graduate School: Pharmacy School (2), Theological Seminary, PhD Candidate National Merits Scholarship: Two Finalists, Two Commended

Edgewood Academy (K-12) 5475 Elmore Road • Elmore • P.O. Box 160 Elmore 36025 (334) 567-5102 • www.EdgewoodAcademy.org Total Enrollment: 250 Average Class Size: 15 Tuition Costs & Financial Aid:

K3 $2,600 K4 $3,500 Kindergarten $3,500 1 Child(1st-12th) $4,900 Children(1st-12th) $8,600 3 Children(1st-12th) $11,400 Each additional child $2,600 Extended Daycare: Yes Founded: 1967 Mission Statement: Edgewood Academy provides students with a college preparatory education in a safe and supportive environment, preparing students for a future of lifelong learning. Religious Affiliation: None Uniforms: No Athletic Programs & Achievements: Football, Cheerleading, Basketball, Baseball, Softball, Volleyball, and Track Extracurricular Activities: Math Team, Scholars Bowl, Spanish Club, Spanish National Honor Society, Drama Club, Art Club, Beta, National Honor Society, Student Government Association, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, High Tech Computer Lab, Government Club, and First Priority Advance Placement classes: No Dual Enrollment: Yes Other: 99% of Graduates go on to higher education, SACS, AISA Blue Ribbon School, National Independent Private School Association.

Average Class Size: K: 10; 1st-6th: 15; 7th-12th : 20

Emerald Mountain Christian School (K4-12)

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4125 Rifle Range Road • (334) 567-0555

Kindergarten $2,750 1st-6th $4,070 7th-12th $4,730 Extended Daycare: No Founded: 1996 Mission Statement: To provide a classical, Christian education that helps each student to develop a biblical worldview, a lifelong love of learning and a pursuit of academic and moral excellence, for the purpose of bringing glory to God alone. Religious Affiliation: Presbyterian Uniforms: Yes

P.O. Box 241405 • Montgomery www.EmeraldMountainChristianSchool.org Total Enrollment: 100 Average Class Size: 12-14 Tuition Costs & Financial Aid:

K4 3 days full days $3,000 K4 5 days ½ day $3,000 K5 5 days full day $3,400 K5 5 full day $3,400 1st-3rd $3,700 4th-8th $3,900 9th-12th $4,175 Extended Daycare: Yes Founded: 1965-Marion, AL

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The mission of Alabama Christian Academy is to glorify God by providing a quality, Christ-centered education which challenges students and teachers to maximize their potential so that graduates are prepared to further their education while becoming productive Christian citizens. Alabama Christian Academy is sincerely interested in the total life of each student – his intellectual, physical, emotional, social and spiritual development. ACA is a college preparatory school, which is affiliated with the Church of Christ. Our intention is to teach and set examples in a manner designed to build faith in God, to teach the Bible as the revealed Word of God to man, as the only and sufficient rule of faith in practice, and to train in pure Biblical Christianity.

If you are interested in learning how your son or daughter can become a part of A.C.A. please contact us at 334-277-1985 or visit our website: www.alabamachristian.com

Alabama Chrisitian Academy 4700 Wares Ferry Road Montgomery, AL

Alabama Christian Academy admits students of any race, color, national or ethic origin, to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethic origin in adminstration of its educational policies, admissions policies, and athletic or other school-administered programs.

Mission Statement: Emerald Mountain Christian School is here

to meet the needs of Christian families who want their children to receive an excellent academic college preparatory education combined with a Biblical World and Life View in every subject. Religious Affiliation: Christian Uniforms: Yes Athletic Programs & Achievements: New athletic director, developing sports program Extracurricular Activities: Fine Arts, Parent Study Group, Travels to Washington, DC and other historical learning adventures Other: American Christian Preparatory Curriculum, discounts to military families and families with multiple children.

Evangel Christian Academy (K4-12)

and 2012 AISA 2A Varsity Basketball Boys State Champions; 2011 2A JV AISA Basketball Girls State Champions and 2012 State Ruunner Ups Extracurricular Activities: Show Choir, National Honor Society, Drama, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Academic competitions, Student Government Association, Weekly Chapel Services, yearbook, technology and Spanish Club Other: In keeping with our emphasis on personal excellence, ECA is accredited by AISA, SACS/CASI, ACTS, and is also an active member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). ECA is recognized as an AISA Blue Ribbon School. ECA also offers advanced placement classes as well as dual enrollment for college.

Total Enrollment: 274

Hill & Lowe Educational Services Inc. Exploratorium Academy

Average Class Size: 20- Lower School, 25- Upper School

8449 Crossland Loop

Extended Daycare: Yes

(334) 279-9700 • (334) 279-9671 Fax

Founded: 1995

www.hillandloweeducationalservices.org

Mission Statement: ECA exists to be an extension of the Christian

A Fully Accredited K-12 Distance Learning Resource Provider / Private High School. The School component is recognized as a Certified Private School by the Alabama Department of Education. We require no Entrance Exams and no Exit Exams. Students may earn any of Alabama’s State Approved High School Diplomas. Our program is year round with open enrollment. The E-Learning Curriculum Program used is Odyssey Compass Learning. The educational services extend to K-12; offering ACT, PSAT, SAT, EXPLORE, and PLAN on-line tutoring services. We are your On-Line Resource Provider.

3975 Vaughn Road • (334) 272-3882 • www.ECAlions.org

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family in training and developing of Christian students for committed service to our Lord Jesus Christ. Through quality academic instruction, the impartation of Biblical values and providing activities designed to foster spiritual, academic and social growth. Religious Affiliation: Assembly of God Uniforms: Yes Athletic Programs & Achievements: Baseball, Basketball, Track, Volleyball, Football, Cheerleading, and Softball; 2007,2008, 2011,

All your children shall be taught by the Lord, and great shall be the prosperity of your children. IsaIah 54:13

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Become a part of our Catholic family and experience the values of quality, Christian education. From rigorous academics to athletics to the arts, we develop each child’s God-given gifts to their fullest potential. Enroll now by calling 334-272-7221 ext. 32, or visit www.montgomerycatholic.org.

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Holy Cross Episcopal School (K4-6th)

Extended Daycare: Yes

4400 Bell Road • (334) 395-8222 • www.holycrossmontgomery.org

Founded: 1987

Total Enrollment: approximately 140

Mission Statement: Lighthouse Christian

Tuition Costs & Financial Aid

Pre K- half day K $4,790 Full Day $6,895 1st-3rd $7,200 4th-6th $7,560 5% multiple child discounts offered Need-based financial assistance is available Extended Daycare: Available 7:00-5:30 Founded: 1998 Mission Statement: Holy Cross Episcopal School, recognizing the God-given gifts and abilities of all persons, seeks to develop these gifts by creating a Christian community in the Episcopal tradition and by providing a nurturing environment in which students of all socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds grow spiritually, intellectually, and physically. Religious Affiliation: Episcopal Uniforms: Yes Accreditations: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS); National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES); Alabama Association of Independent Schools (AAIS); Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) Athletic Programs: YMCA sports, AYSO Soccer, and Cheerleading Extracurricular Activities: Abrakadoodle, Taekwondo, Montgomery Ballet, Big Green Bus Gymnastics, sewing lessons, piano lessons, guitar/ violin lessons, and Chinese lessons. Other: Enrichment Classes for all grades: Spanish, Music, Visual Arts, P.E., Computer Technology, and Theater Arts.

Hooper Academy (K3-12) 380 Fischer Road • Hope Hull • (334) 288-5980 www.HooperAcademy.org Total Enrollment: 355 Average Class Size K-12: 15 Tuition Costs & Financial Aid:

1st child 3 children

$4,608 2 children $7,992 $10,176 4 children $12,492 Extended Daycare: Yes, before and after school Founded: 1970 Mission Statement: Providing a balanced curriculum which allows each student the opportunity to achieve full potential and maximize mental, physical, social and emotional growth. Religious Affiliation: None Uniforms: No Athletic Programs & Achievements: Football, Basketball, Softball, Baseball, Volleyball, Golf, Track, Weight Training and Cheerleading. Extracurricular Activities: Jr. Beta Club, SGA, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Math Team, Science Club, Spanish Club, Yearbook, Performing Arts Other: A BEKA curriculum

Lighthouse Christian Academy (K3-12) 3570 Bell Road • (334) 271-4200 • www.lcapirates.com

$2,750 $3,400

15396 Vaughn Road • Cecil • (334) 277-6566 www.MaconEast.net Total Enrollment: 355 Average Class Size: K3-K4: 12; K5-6: 18; grades 7-12: 20 Tuition Costs & Financial Aid:

1 child 3 children 5 children

$5,840 2 children $10,445 $14,976 4 children $19,593 $24,273 Extended Daycare: Available for ages 3-12 on campus and operated by Macon-East Academy. Mission Statement: Macon-East Academy is a college preparatory school committed to providing students with a safe, nurturing environment that promotes academic achievement, patriotism, and belief in God through Christian doctrines. Founded: 1995 Religious Affiliation: None Uniforms: Yes Academics: With a full-day K3 and K4 program, Macon-East students are prepared for a challenging and enriching educational experience from their first day on campus. Dually accredited by SAIS (Southern Association of Independent Schools) and SACS (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools), Macon East offers college prep, honors, Advanced Placement, and Dual Enrollment courses which are supplemented by offerings in Music, Spanish, Technology, and the Visual and Performing Arts. There are two computer labs, with computers in every classroom and in both libraries Athletic Programs & Achievements: Macon East students are able to participate in 26 different interscholastic teams including: baseball, basketball, cheerleading, football, golf, soccer, softball, tennis, track, and volleyball. Boys in 3rd -6th grades may compete in interscholastic football, while girls in K3-6th grade may participate in cheerleading. Macon East has won numerous region and state championships while our coaches have garnered local and state recognition for excellence in coaching. Extracurricular Activities: Advanced Computer, Journalism, Advanced Academic Teams, Art/Music Advance Placement classes: AP Studio Art, Honors English, Honors History, Calculus Other: 100% College Acceptance of Graduates, 2010 graduating class earned $1.3 million in scholarships

Montessori Academy (1yr – K5)

Tuition Costs & Financial Aid:

K3 - K5 (½ day) 1st - 6th Grades

Macon-East Academy (K3-12th)

K3 - K5 (full day) $3,750 7th - 12th Grades $3,750

1025 South Hull Street • (334) 262-8685 www.montessorimontgomery.com

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Total Enrollment: 240

Academy is dedicated to addressing the spiritual, mental, and physical training children require in preparation for their future. Religious Affiliation: Non-Denominational Uniforms: No Athletic Programs & Achievements: Basketball, Football, AYSO Soccer, Volleyball Extracurricular Activities: Cheerleading, Flip-Factory, Golf, Softball Other: Summer Program (3yrs-6th)

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Average Class Size: 13

Founded: 1982 Extended Daycare: Yes Mission Statement: Montessori Academy provides quality education for

Churchill Academy Serving Bright Children with Unique Learning Differences, Grades k-12

the crucial early years Religious Affiliation: No Extracurricular Activities: Music, Spanish, Dance

“Churchill not only meets our son's academic needs, but also provides a warm, encouraging environment where he feels comfortable and his self-confidence has soared. Every day he looks forward to school, loves his teachers and loves to learn. Sending our son to Churchill is one of the best decisions we've made as parents.” India and Ryan Reid

Other: The Montessori Academy campus is located in Montgomery’s

beautiful tree-lined historic district. With three spacious homelike buildings and live shady playgrounds, opportunities abound for exploring and learning. Former students have been accepted & excelled in private, magnet and public schools. Classrooms are led by American Montessori Certified teachers. Convenient to military base and midtown.

Montessori at Hampstead (18 mo – 12 yrs) 5251 Hampstead High Street – Suite 111 • (334) 356-1969 www.MontessoriAtHampstead.org Tuition Costs & Financial Aid:

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Toddler (18 mo- 3yrs) $ 6,500 Primary (3-6yrs) $ 5,950 Elementary (6-12yrs) $ 6,300 After school care (3:00-5:30) $ 1,500 Financial assistance available Extended Daycare: yes Founded: 2011 Mission Statement: We are committed to providing a place where students can learn at a natural pace in healthy, sustainable surroundings in helping each student develop a strong academic base, an inner love of learning and high self-esteem. Our vision is to develop tomorrow’s leaders through individual thinking and learning via: stewardship of the environment; experiential and global curriculum; a stimulating and nuturing environment where all children can thrive. Religious Affiliation: none Uniforms: no Other: Nature-based education, including organic gardening at Hampstead Farms and the introduction of farm-to-table curriculum includes working with on-site farmers. Students will have opportunities to grow and harvest natural produce, herbs and flowers for the school and on-site restaurants, while also learning the basics of botany and biology firsthand. Additional offerings include cooking, P.E., Spanish, art, computer technology and music.

“Katie was miserable in public school and she was floundering. When she was diagnosed with ADHD in first grade, we heard nothing but good things about Churchill Academy. She has been there for two years now. It's been wonderful! Katie has blossomed socially and academically even more than we had hoped. They truly want our children to excel and be the best that they can be.” Brenda Boyt

Upper and Middle School (Grades 5-12) -3240 Vaughn Road Lower School (Grades K-4) - 1550 Perry Hill Road (334) 272-8210 • www.montgomeryacademy.org Enrollment: Approximately 840 (K-12) Average class size: K: 16; grades 1-6: 20; grades 7-12: 15 Annual tuition: All-day Kindergarten will be offered in 2012-2013 and

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www.churchillacademymontgomery.com 395 Ray Thorington Road • Montgomery, AL 36117

The Montgomery Academy (K-12)

Founded 1996

the tuition will be $8,500. Grades 1-4 $10,800 Grades 5-6 $11,148 Grades 7-12 $11,880 Tuition includes a hot nutritious lunch, the enrollment deposit, yearbook, all technology fees, and admission to home athletic events. Textbooks, field trips, lab and art fees are additional charges that are billed separately at one time during the school year and vary by grade level. The average amount for these fees is around $400. Extended care program: MA+: Academy students from Kindergarten www.knowthecommunity.com

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Montgomery Academy. Our athletic teams, coached by an award winning staff, have earned 43 state championships, more than any other public or private school in the River Region. Both our boys and girls athletic teams have achieved success. Sixty-six percent of Middle and Upper School students participate in thirty-one different athletic teams. Our students have also been honored over the years by receiving the Jimmy Hitchcock Memorial Award, the Jimmy Hitchcock Freshman Award, and Bryant-Jordan Scholar Athlete award. Several Academy athletes have gone on to participate in collegiate athletics. Students in grades K-10 participate in physical education every day. Extracurricular programs: Academy Ambassadors, Amnesty International, Architecture Club, Art Honor Society, Cum Laude Society, Drama, Forensics Team, French Club, French Honor Society, Government Club, HEART-Community Service Club, Honor Council, Latin Club, Latin Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, Muse, Music Appreciation Club, Peer Pals, Science Club, Student Council, Spanish Club, Spanish Honor Society, Wildlife Conservation Club, and Outdoor Club Accreditation: Dually accredited by SACS (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools) and the SAIS (Southern Association of Independent Schools), the Academy is also a member of the College Board, Educational Records Bureau, School Scholarship Service, Southern Association of Admission Counseling, the National Association for College Admission Counseling, Cum Laude Society and the National, Southern and Alabama Associations of Independent Schools. Community Service: Community Service is a major focus at the Academy. Beginning in the lower grades, students work on various service and sharing projects throughout the year. This focus continues throughout the Middle and Upper grades as students participate in Community Service Days. Junior class members may apply to participate in Philanthropy 101, a specially designed summer class that exposes students to the value of philanthropy. The entire school has partnered in 2011-2012 with the Hackelburg School in north Alabama, to help them rebuild following the state’s devastating tornadoes. Other: Our curriculum is entirely college preparatory, with 100% of our graduates attending a four-year college or university. Many are selected to attend some of the top colleges and universities in the nation. With 48 graduates, the Class of 2011 earned over $4.1 million dollars in merit based scholarships! In addition, 82% of the Class of 2011 received a merit-based scholarship!

Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School (K4-12) 3850 Atlanta Highway (K4-6) St. Bede Campus (K-6), Middle (7-8), High School (9-12 5350 Vaughn Road (7-12)) Holy Spirit Campus 8580 Vaughn Road St. Bede

(334) 272-3033

Middle School

(334) 272-2465

High School

(334) 272-7220

Holy Spirit Campus (334)272-7221 ext.32 www.montgomerycatholic.org Mission Statement: Montgomery Catholic Preparatory School is an

integral part of the Catholic Church’s mission to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ. As an adult community, we share in the responsibility

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through fourth grade may attend MA+, an after-school program at the Lower School campus from 3:10-6:00 p.m. The cost is $210 per month for four or more days and $145 for three or less days. MS+: Students in grades 5-8 may participate in MS+, a supervised homework and study time followed by games and activities and “Special Event Fridays.” The cost for MS+ is $100 a week for three or more days and $80 a month for two days or less. Founded: 1959 Mission: “The mission of The Montgomery Academy is the pursuit of excellence within the four major spheres of Academy life: academics, the arts, athletics and activities. Implicit in this is the existence of an environment in which students are simultaneously supported and challenged. The ultimate component of this mission is to assist students in becoming adults of strong moral character who contribute to society in both their professional and community lives.” Recognitions: The Montgomery Academy has the largest speech and debate program in the state; the team has won the state championship 13 of the past 17 years, more than any other public or private school in Alabama. In the four years the Academy’s Forensics team has not been in first place, they have been the state-runner up! • The National Foundation for the Advancement in the Arts has ranked the Art Department in the top 10 percent nationwide. In addition, our Middle School art teacher was named Middle School Art Educator of the Year and the Lower School art teacher was named Alabama Art Educator of the Year! • Seventy-one percent of our 7th graders in 2011 qualified to participate in the Duke University Talent Identification Program with eight students receiving state recognition and one receiving Grand Recognition Honors. • Students earn national awards in each of the world languages taught at the Academy: Spanish. Latin, and French. • Our Lower School third and fourth graders tied for first place among 521 schools in the national Word Masters Challenge! • The Academy’s Lower and Middle school choruses have earned numerous accolades and have been invited to participate in the Alabama Music Educators Association festival. Our Upper School chorus has earned superior ratings at district and state competitions and have been invited to sing at venues such as Carnegie Hall, Stanford University, and in locations such as New Orleans and Washington D.C. • As the only school in the Montgomery area with its own dedicated theater space, students in grades 5-12 participate in three full-length performances annually. Student actors compete and are honored annually in the State Theater Festival. Advanced placement courses: The Academy’s curriculum is entirely college preparatory. Twenty-one Advanced Placement and Honors sections are offered in all core areas. Students have earned Advanced Placement Scholar Awards and have been recognized as AP Scholars, AP Scholars with Honor, AP Scholars with Distinction and as National Scholars. Faculty: The faculty at The Montgomery Academy has consistently demonstrated noteworthy expertise in individual academic fields and represents a diverse array of scholars from all regions of the United States and from several countries. Our faculty currently consists of graduates of many of the nation’s finest colleges and graduate programs, earning regional, state and national honors including several Fulbright Seminar participants. Athletic programs: Excellence is also achieved in athletics at The

to prepare students for college and beyond while helping them grow to becoming persons of faith, virtue, and wisdom. Total Enrollment: K-6: 300, 7-8: 160, 9-12: 300 Average Class Size: 14-20

Montgomery SDA School

Tuition Costs & Financial Aid:

Tuition Costs

K -6th $4,340 - 5,378 9th-12th $6,420 - 7,213 multi-child discounts

7th-8th $5,427 - 6,221

Extended Care Program: Our elementary and middle school campuses

offer an after school care program. Tutorial sessions are offered with the subject’s teacher before school each morning for High School students. Athletic Programs: Football, Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, Wrestling, Golf, Tennis, Cross Country, Track, Cheerleading, Volleyball and Softball Extracurricular Activities: Science Olympiad Teams, Robotics Teams, Math team, Piano Lessons, Musical Productions, Drama Productions, Marching Band, Concert Band, Jazz Band, Key Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Respect Life Club, French Club, Choir, SGA, School Ambassadors, Drama, National Junior Honor Society, National Honor Society, Math Club, Government Club, and Pep Club.

Montgomery Christian School (K4-5th) 1728 South Hull Street • (334) 262-3892 Average class size: 12 Tuition Costs & Financial Aid: $2,500 (aid is available)

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Extended Daycare: No Founded: 2007 Mission Statement: The School’s purpose is to provide an academically

challenging Christian education. The goal of this education is to bring every student to spiritual maturity in Christ along with academic, social, and emotional maturity where they can effectively pursue God’s purposes in their personal life, family, church and city. Religious Affiliation: yes, Christian Uniforms: Yes Extracurricular Activities: Art, music, dance classes and field trips at no extra cost.

4233 Atlanta Hwy., Montgomery • 334-272-6437 montgomerysdaschool.com Total Enrollment: K-2 - 14 -- ; 4-8 – 10 Total 23

Registration - $275 Tuition - $3,100 Extended Daycare: no Founded: 1935 Religious Affiliation: Seventh-day Adventist Uniforms: No Other: We welcome students of other faiths.

New Life Christian Academy (K3-12) 4230 Highway 14 • Millbrook (334) 285-5615 www.NewLifeChristianAcademy.com Total Enrollment: Over 250 Tuition Costs & Financial Aid:

K3 3 & 5 day program K4-K5 $1,944 K4-K5 Full Day $3204 1st-12th $3,204- one child $5,388 - 2 children $7,392 - 3 children $9,096 - 4 children Extended Daycare: Yes Founded: 1979 Religious Affiliation: non-denominational Uniforms: No Athletic Programs & Achievements: Football, Soccer, Softball, Baseball, Volleyball, Basketball, Pep Squad and Cheerleading Extracurricular Activities: Beta Club, Drama, SGA, Fellowship of Christian Athletes

Prattville Christian Academy (K-12) 322 Old Farm Lane North • Prattville (334) 285-0077 www.4pca.com Total Enrollment: 635 Average Class Size K-12: 18 (K-6) 25 (7-12) Tuition Costs & Financial Aid: $4735 + fees

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Evangel Family Christian Academy

Academy Days Co-op

Maretta Oswald (334) 272-3215 • www.evangelfamily.net

academydays.com • Grace Community Church in Millbrook

Holy Spirit Academy

Elmore County Homeschool Organization – ECHO

JuliAnne Mangum, 334-277-9034, 334-669-3861

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Maxwell Area Home Educators (MAHE)

Success Unlimited Academy

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/MAHE

(334) 213-0803 • www.SUAcademy.com

Christian Home Eduation Fellowship

Outlook Academy

www.chefofalabama.org/

Dora Bennage, Carren Joye, Daniel Joye

Parents Educators and Kids - PEAK

334-290-0919 • www.outlookacademy.com

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New Hope Academy Day School 334-361-9505

AUM Homeschool Enrichment Classes

Learning Place Prattville 334-361-9505

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Learning Place Millbrook, 334-285-7484

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Financial Aid is available Extended care: Yes, before and after school Founded: 1997 Mission Statement: It is the mission of Prattville Christian Academy to glorify God by inspiring students to grow spiritually while excelling academically and physically, thereby preparing them for future success. Religious Affiliation: Christian Uniforms: Uniform shirts and jackets for grades 4-12 Athletic Programs: Golf, Track, Tennis, Cross Country, Soccer, Football, Basketball, Softball, Baseball, Cheerleading and Volleyball C Extracurricular Activities: Band, choir, art, drama and journalism, Key M Club, Beta Club, National Honors Society Advance Placement classes: AP classes in 9th -12th grade in Science, Y History, English and Math. Students in 12th grade may be eligible forCM a dual enrollment college program with Faulkner University that allows MY eligible students to take college classes at no cost, for credit that is CY transferable to any college or university. Other: Bible Class, College-prep, AISA Blue Ribbon School, NationalCMY Christian School Association K

Resurrection Catholic (K-8th) 2815 Forbes Drive • (334) 230-1970 • www.rcmsouth.org Total Enrollment: 150 Average Class Size K-8: 7-15 Tuition Costs: $4,090 / Child – family discounts Financial Aid: Yes

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Extended Daycare: Yes Founded: 1943 Mission Statement: RCS is committed to continuing the Catholic

tradition of providing an environment of academic excellence in which students can grow intellectually, spiritually, physically, and socially. Religious Affiliation: Catholic Uniforms: Yes Athletic Programs & Achievements: Soccer, Basketball, Cheerleading Extracurricular Activities: Spanish, Music, Art, Theater, Drama, Dance, Computers

Saint James School (“STJ”) (K3-12) 6010 Vaughn Road • (334) 277-8033 • Admissions (334) 273-3000

Eastwood Christian School

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A pursuit of academic and moral excellence for the purpose of bringing glory to God alone

www.stjweb.org Total Enrollment: 1000 Average Class Size: Saint James uniquely assigns a full-time, professional

aide to assist every pre-school and kindergarten teacher. K3: 15; K4 & K5: 18; Grades 1st-12th: 18

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PreK3 (7:30 - noon) $5,150 PreK3 (7:30 - 3:00) $7,390 PreK4 (7:30 – noon) $5,625 Pre-K4 (7:30 – 3:30) $7,866 K5 $7,866 1st-5th $8,900 6th-8th $9,440 9th-12th $9,840 Tuition includes PTO membership, school pictures, yearbooks and ASF play for grades 6-12, most field trips for grades K3-5 and all consumable books for K3-8. Financial assistance is available. Extended Daycare: Yes—Offered for students from pre-kindergarten through Grade 5. (After school care for students in Grades 1-5 includes time for study and homework completion.) Founded: 1955 www.knowthecommunity.com

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Trinity Presbyterian School is Montgomeryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s foremost educational institution binding academic excellence with Christian perspective. Trinity is proud to have had a National Merit Finalist for the last three years, and recently announced a National Merit Semifinalist for the 2012-13 school year. In addition, the 73-member 2012 graduating class earned over $3.4 million dollars in scholarships.

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Contact Monica Lott 334.213.2137 Nondiscriminatory statement as to students: Trinity admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origins to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. Trinity does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national or ethnic origins in any of the educational policies, scholarship programs and athletics, and other school-administered programs.

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About Saint James: Saint James School (STJ) is the oldest

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Montessori Academy’s “prepared environment” is designed specifically to address the learning styles of each child. Children are respected as unique individuals and are offered multiple learning opportunities that enable them to achieve success in the arts, academics and life-skills. Founded in 1982, Montessori Academy is dedicated to providing quality education for children ages 1 through 6 during their crucial, early years. Over the years, the campus has grown and includes three home-like buildings and five shaded playgrounds-all located in Montgomery’s beautiful tree-lined historic district. The Montessori Academy’s dedicated staff of educators is committed to quality early education with many holding degrees from recognized universities, as well as, American Montessori Society Teacher Certification. Montessori Academy provides opportunities for each child to achieve academic success and become an independent, self-disciplined, socially responsible member of society. Montessori students are accepted and excel in coveted private schools, as well as Montgomery’s limited enrollment magnet programs. Alumni of Montessori Academy report civic and educational successes including leadership positions, academic awards, and acceptance into top colleges and universities, as well as, medical and business schools.

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independent school in the Capital City, celebrating 57 years of educational accomplishment. The school’s college preparatory course of study includes the most well-rounded offerings in the Montgomery area, providing superior academics along with engaging enrichment, exploratory and elective classes. STJ envelops students in a 21st century learning environment, providing a wireless campus and assigning a Macbook to each high school student and an iPad to every middle school student. Roll-around carts iPods, iPads and Macbooks are available for use by all preschool and elementary classes. The school’s talented and dedicated faculty is a vital component of the learning equation, creating a welcoming, yet challenging atmosphere to help students from Grades K3-12 reach their highest potential. As our students make great strides academically they also grow personally, learning to become young men and women of character who are self-motivated, intellectually curious, reflective, and articulate. Strong academics are balanced with nationally recognized fine arts offerings and state championship athletic programs. Religious Affiliation: None Uniforms: Yes Advance Placement classes: Advanced Placement, Honors, and advanced classes are offered in 35 areas, encompassing both middle and high school. National Merit Semifinalist: 1; National Merit Commended Students: 2 AP Scholars: 15; AP Scholar with Honors: 4; AP Scholars with Distinction: 5 Arts: Saint James seniors regularly win scholarships to nationally respected arts colleges, based on their excellent choral, band, forensics, dramatic, and visual arts training. In 2009, 2010 and 2011 STJ students were winners in the prestigious National Scholastic Arts Competition, and received numerous District/ Regional Scholastic Art Awards as well. In 2011 Saint James was home to both the male and female Outstanding Choral Students of the Year for the Montgomery District, and two Individual State Champions in Forensics. In 2011-12, STJ is again home to the District’s Outstanding Female Choral Student, while the awardwinning Marching Trojans were named the Bands of America Class Champions in Super Regional competition in Nov. 2011. The school’s Performing Arts Department stages three elaborate dramatic and musical productions each year, using a modern wireless sound system in the school’s spacious theater. There are also studios for band and choral music, and facilities for teaching drama and technical theater classes. Each summer Saint James performers attend the Show Choirs of America clinic in Illinois to work with nationally acclaimed choreographers where they learn the most modern dance techniques for the coming year’s performances. Athletic Programs & Achievements: Saint James has won 26 state sports championships since beginning competitive play. In 2011 STJ was home to the male recipient of the prestigious Jimmy Hitchcock Award; two State 4A Wrestling Champions; a Girls Singles Tennis State Champion; and the State 4A Runners-Up in Girls Tennis and Golf. The school offers 43 competitive team sports, including football, baseball, softball, volleyball, basketball, cross-country, cheerleading, wrestling, indoor track, soccer, tennis and golf. Varsity and junior varsity athletics are offered for middle

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St. Jude High School (7th-12th) 2048 W. Fairview Avenue • (334) 264-5376 • www.stjudeei.org Total Enrollment: 165 Average Class Size 7-12: 40 Tuition Costs & Financial Aid: $4,800 Founded: 1946 Mission Statement: St Jude Educational Institute is a diverse Catholic

Preparatory school that provides a quality education through a fundamental innovative and challenging curriculum in a safe and positive Christian environment. Religious Affiliation: Roman Catholic Uniforms: Yes Athletic Programs & Achievements: Baseball, Basketball, Football, Track, Cheerleading and Volleyball Extracurricular Activities: Band, Choir, National Honor Society, FCA, Journalism, Art Club, Science Club, Spanish Club, Distinguished Gentlemen, Government Club & Junior Civitan Advance Placement classes: Yes Other: Named one of the top 50 Catholic Schools in the United States

South Montgomery County Academy (K5 – 12) 147 Old Schoolhouse Road • Grady (334) 562-3235 smcaraiders.org Total Enrollment: 150 Tuition Costs

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Success Unlimited Academy (K4-12) 2328 Fairlane Drive, Montgomery (334) 213-0803 3368 Harrison Road Campus for Junior High www.suacademy.com Total Enrollment: 250 Average Class Size: K4-5th: 10; 6th-8th: 15, 9th-12th: 18 Tuition Costs: $4,100-$5,980 Extended Daycare: Yes Founded: 2000 Mission Statement: Our Mission at Success Unlimited Academy

is to provide a safe and loving environment, where students feel accepted and are challenged by educational excellence, instilled with loyalty to our country, and developed through spiritual growth. We believe all students can be a success through Christ who strengthens them. Religious Affiliation: Christian; Weekly Chapel service Uniforms: Yes Athletic Programs: Basketball, Baseball, and Cheerleading Extracurricular Activities: Extended day, Praise Band, Choir, Drama, and Guitar Other: SACS accredited; Small Business of the Year 2008; Teacher of the Year 2007; Celebrating 10 years of Success: 2000-2010. Construction of a new addition to Fairlane campus has been completed. This addition provides state-of-the-art music rooms and classrooms with Smartboards. Also, we offer a Summer School program for grades K4-12, Distance Education, and Night School classes. Self-contained and resource classes are available for students with special needs. Fully staffed tutorial center is on site for all students in the River Region. Consultations and evaluations provided at time of enrollment.

The Rock School (K-12) 3401 Harrison Road • (334) 260-8808 www.TheRockOfMontgomery.org Total Enrollment: over 200 Average Class Size K-12: 12-14 Tuition Costs & Financial Aid:

K $2,500 1st-6th $2,700 7th-12th $3,000 Extended Daycare: Yes Founded: 1997 Mission Statement: The Rock School offers an opportunity for your child to grow intellectually and spiritually in a supportive environment. Religious Affiliation: Christian Uniforms: No Athletic Programs & Achievements: Volleyball, Basketball and Soccer Extracurricular Activities: Dance team, Drama, Yearbook and Majorette Other: Nearly 90% of graduates received academic scholarships and earned National Dean’s List for their academic achievements.

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$5,340 2 Children $7,140 $8,340 4 Children $9,240 Extended Daycare: No Founded: 1970 Mission Statement: The mission of South Montgomery County Academy (SMCA) is to provide students with educational opportunities that will prepare them with necessary knowledge and skills to face issues they will encounter in the present, as well as, the future. Students will be offered access to a variety of experiences to enable them to succeed and become productive citizens in an ever-changing world. Religious Affiliation: None Uniforms: Dress Code Athletic Programs and Achievements: Cheerleading, Football, Volleyball, Basketball, Baseball, Softball, Golf and Weightlifting

Other: Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Beta Club, 4-H, and

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and high school students. Extracurricular Activities: Key Club, Leo Club, Interact Club, Tri-Hi-Y, Chess Club, Government Club, Science Club, Drama Club, Latin Club, French Club, Spanish Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes and Students, Fellows of Jewish Students, Drama, Band, Majorette/ Flag Team, Bridge Builders, Choir, Forensics and Debate, Math Team, Science Olympiad, Tri-M Band, Mu Alpha Theta, National Honor Society, Peer Leaders, Spanish National Honor Society, Peer Leaders, Spanish National Honor Society, Junior Classical League, Student Government Association, student newspaper, yearbook, photography, and Media Club Other: Students from across the U.S. and 14 foreign countries attend Saint James School, including children of military personnel assigned to Maxwell Air Force Base and employees of Hyundai International. To make the transition to Saint James easier, all new students are paired with a specially selected student buddy. ESL tutoring is provided to foreign-born students, to assist with English comprehension, reading, and writing skills.

Three Rivers Academy (K5 – 12) 445 Cotton Gin • Montgomery (334) 517-1158 www.threeriversacademy.net Total Enrollment: 150 Tuition Costs: $4980 plus fees Extended Daycare: Yes – 7:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Founded: 1971 Mission Statement: The purpose of Three Rivers Academy is to provide

a quality education for boys and girls of average and above average intelligence. Three Rivers Academy has an accelerated curriculum and uses only grade level and advanced textbooks. The electives offered and extracurricular programs are designed to complement and strengthen the academic program and to provide every student with the opportunity to be involved in a school activity outside the classroom. Religious Affiliation: None Uniforms: Dress Code

Trinity Presbyterian School 1700 East Trinity Boulevard, Montgomery 334-213-2100 • www.trinitywildcats.com Enrollment: K4-5th: 393; grades 6-8: 232; 9-12: 290. K4 and K5 classes

are offered both half day and full day. Annual Tuition:

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K4 & K5 $4,500-$7,500 7-8 $10,174 1-3 $9,077 9-12 $10,287 4-6 $9,568 plus application, enrollment and building fees totaling $650. Needbased financial aid is available.

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independent corporation governed by a 20-member board. The program’s emphasis is college preparatory, enabling students to adapt readily to the challenges of higher education. The unique dimension of Trinity’s program is the desire to integrate the Christian faith into the various dimensions of the program. Our mission: “To glorify God by providing for students the highest quality college preparatory education, training them in the biblical world and life view, thus enabling them to serve God in spirit, mind and body.” Technology: Trinity Presbyterian School is dedicated to a learning environment utilizing the tools and resources of the 21st Century classroom. Trinity is proud to announce an exciting step in that direction — laptops for all 7th and 9th grade students in the 20112012 school year, and every grade 6-12 in 2012-2013. Trinity is the first in the River Region to implement a grade-wide laptop initiative, providing students equal access to technology. With SmartBoards in every classroom, wireless internet, and now laptops for students, Trinity Presbyterian School is your child’s connection to the future. Faculty: Honored to have dedicated Christians and degreed professionals,Trinity employs an outstanding staff of approximately 85 certified personnel. The average class size for lower, middle and upper school is approximately 20 students. Extended care program: The Trinity Lunch Bunch and The YMCA Goodtimes Program provide after-school care. Piano, violin, karate and dance lessons are offered during and after school on campus. Advanced Placement: A full college preparatory curriculum is offered to all students. Many courses are offered on two levels of

achievement, honors and advanced placement with over 65 percent of students electing these courses. All Trinity graduates continue their education at the college or university level. Formal Religious Training: Every student at Trinity Presbyterian School takes Bible class each year. Awards/Honors/Recognition: Once again in 2012, a Trinity student was recognized for academic excellence by the National Merit Scholarship Program. Trinity’s EnviroBowl Team has won the State Championship Title back to back from 2009 to 2011. A Trinity student has been elected as the Youth Governor in the Student Y program for the past two years. The nation’s top blue ribbon Accelerated Reader for 2011 was a Trinity eighth grader. Athletic Programs & Achievements: Trinity seeks to nurture the whole child, including the physical aspects. Trinity fields competitive teams in basketball, soccer, tennis, track, cross country and golf for boys and girls as well as football and baseball for boys and softball and volleyball for girls. Trinity Wildcat football players have been named Advertiser’s Player of the Year for the last 2 years as well as being named the 2009 and 2010 River Region Player of the Year by Montgomery Quarterback Club. Both men’s and women’s teams have excelled in the middle school, junior varsity and varsity levels, capturing many CCC and area titles. Many of the varsity teams participated in the regional and state playoffs for their respective sports. Extracurricular Programs: Students have many opportunities to develop their minds and pursue areas of interest, such as numerous academic competitions (Lower School, Middle School, and Upper School Science Olympiad, Scholars’ Bowl, Envirobowl, etc.) annual plays, Concert Band, Jazz Band, Marching Band, Dance Team, Upper and Middle School Student Government Association, Key Club, Wildcat Girls, Forensics, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Mu Alpha Theta, and National Honor Society

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MEET THE PORTIS FAMILY What does family mean to you? For Montgomery’s Portis clan, the word represents much more than a group of people tied together by mere blood relations. Parents Cole and Joy Portis are raising eight kids in a happy home and proving that love really has no boundaries. Sarah Kathryn, age 16, is Cole’s daughter by his first wife, who died shortly after giving birth; Zoe, age 12 was adopted from Ethiopia at age 8; Elizabeth, age 9, and Jon Cole, age 8, are Cole and Joy’s biological children; Samuel, age 8, was adopted from China; Emme, age 4, was adopted from Ethiopia as a baby; and little Eli, age 2, was adopted from Tennessee. They also recently opened their home and their hearts to a foster child, a baby boy name Trey.

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“Cole and I had discussed adoption before we even got married, and I’ve always had a heart for adoption,” Joy said. “I adopted his daughter Sarah Kathryn, and then we were able to have two children of our own, but we were both really convicted that the Lord was calling us to add to our family through adoption.” Samuel was the Portis’ first addition, and bringing him home was an experience that transformed all of their lives. “When we saw the difference we were able to make in this child’s life and the positive changes he was making in the rest of our family, it was so uplifting. I never really planned for my family to be so diverse and colorful,” Joy said. “But now, none of my children see skin color anymore. It has been wonderful for us all.”

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We have an array of studio programs and art camps for kids and adults of all ages. Discover the artist in you in classes that include painting, ceramics, drawing, paper making, mixed media and much more!

For more info, contact the Education Dept. at 334.240.4365 or email education@mmfa.org

Blount Cultural Park • One Museum Drive • Montgomery, AL 36117 334.240.4333 • www.mmfa.org • museuminfo@mmfa.org

KIDSTUFF for kids of all ages Nasa Space Camp

www.scouting.org (334) 262-2697

Six Flags Over Georgia

Girl Scouts of South Central Alabama, Inc.

Desoto Caverns

Boy Scouts of America

www.girlscouts.org (334) 272-9164 (800) 239-6636

4-H

www.4-h.org (334)265-0233

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www.sixflags.com/parksovergeorgia www.desotocavernspark.com

Fountain City BMX

David Whetson Jr. Sports Complex Prattville www.fountaincitybmx.com

Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum www.hodrrm.org Calera, AL (205) 668-3435

Youth Sports YMCA Branches

www.ymcamontgomery.org www.ymcaprattville.org

Montgomery Area Dixie Youth Baseball

www.biscuitsbaseball.com

The City Parks and Recreation sponsors the Dixie Youth Baseball and Softball leagues at the eight beautiful ballparks in the area. Registration is in February with league play starting in March. The eight park leagues are zoned for certain subdivisions and neighborhoods. (334) 241-2300

Wildlife Museum

Montgomery Miracle League

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Montgomery Zoo

www.montgomeryzoo.com

Montgomery Biscuits Baseball

www.montgomeryzoo.com

Jubilee Kidsfest www.jubileecityfest.org

NASA Marshall Space Center in Huntsville www.mfsc.nasa.gov

History

Old Alabama Town www.oldalabamatown.com

Alabama Archives and History Museum

www.birminghamzoo.com

www.archives.state.al.us/kidspage/kids.html

McWane Center in Birmingham

USS Alabama Battleship in Mobile

www.mcwane.org

www.USSAlabama.com

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Provides an opportunity for children and adults with physical and/or cognitive disabilities a chance to play baseball. (334) 300-1088 (334)201-0199. www.mtgml.com

Montgomery County Youth Sports

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Armory Gymnastics

www.armorygymnastics.com (334) 241-2789

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Group Activities

ASF Acting Academy www.asfeducation.com

AUM Youth Programs

www.aum.edu/coned. (334) 244-3804

Montgomery Barracudas Swim Team

A nationally recognized competitive swim team that has produced Olympic swimmers. www.mybswim.org

Montgomery Indoor Soccer Capital City Streaks www.capitalcitystreaks.org

River Region Rapids Soccer Club

www.riverregionsoccerclub.com

Upward Basketball Programs

www.upward.org Provided by several local churches: Frazer UMC: 272-8622 New Home Baptist - Wetumpka: 567-5966 East Memorial Baptist - Prattville: 365-7500 Vaughn Park Church: 272-2665

Capital City Juniors Volleyball Club kid stuff

(334) 386-1342 www.capitalcityjuniors.com

Montgomery YMCA Track Team

Coach Darryl Woods (334) 265-1433

Prattville YMCA Wrestling Team

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Science & Culture Gayle Planetarium

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AUM’s Youth Programs stimulate and nurture curious minds of students from kindergarten through 12th grade. Summer 2012 offers exciting classes such as: • Sportscaster Camp lead by WAKA sportscaster Dee Jackson • ACT Prep Course •Tech Camps •Magic, math, reading, writing, cooking classes and more

Activities For Teens Alabama Youth Legislature www.alyig.org

ZooTeen Program

Teens can work with animals and receive leadership training www.montgomeryal.gov/depts/zoo/ education.aspx (334)240-4909

Montgomery Public Library

(334) 240-4992, www.mccpl.lib.al.us The Montgomery City-County Public Library System has 10 branches across the county. Services offered include: • free internet access at all 10 locations • author talks and book signings • children’s & teen programming • book clubs • extensive reference assistance (in person, by phone and online) • bestsellers, popular fiction, and nonfiction relevant to our community • real time internet chat-based homework help through tutor.com • free practice testing through learnatest.com • movies, music and books on CD/DVD

Mommy & ME Classes

The Montgomery Museum of Fine Art offers classes for preschool and school age children. The preschool classes are designed for parent & child partners. A favorite is the Preschool Painters studio class where children explore color mixing and painting with tempera, acrylics, and watercolors. The Toddler Crafts & Storytime studio class is offered twice monthly giving parents and children an opportunity to create art together. www.mmfa.org

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JENN’S TOP 5 PICKS FOR FUN THINGS TO ENJOY WITH KIDS • ARTWORKS at Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts • Vaughn Road Playground • Summer Movies at the Rave and Capri Theatres • Saturday morning Kid’s Workshop at Home Depot and Lowe’s • Chappy’s Deli for Lunch – Kids eat free and they love the mini icecream cone! Jennifer and Chris Jones and their children Jaxon (5) and Connor (2 1/2) have lived in Montgomery for three years. Chris flies F-16’s with the Alabama Air National Guard, and Jennifer stays home with the kids and consults with Usborne Books. Air Force active duty life has provided many wonderful living and traveling experiences in the United States and abroad, but they now enjoy being back in the South near Jennifer’s family. Chris grew up in the state of Washington, but has settled in well, and catches himself often saying y’all with a slight Southern drawl. They are members of Frazer United Methodist Church and enjoy spending time with family and friends and any activities that keep their active preschoolers happy! Find all the “Kids Eat Free” nights at www.knowthecommunity.com.

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