McCreary Academy

McCreary County Schools Alternative Education

Marilyn Baird (Special Education)

Donna Caldwell (Math)

Sunshine Canada (Substance Abuse Counselor)

Monte Daugherty (Science)

Sandy Freels (Instructional Assistant)

Fran Gay (Middle School)

Loretta Jones (Advisory / Guidance Counselor)

Patti Price (Office Manager / Attendance)

Jerry Reynolds (Social Studies)

Raymond Terry (Instructional Assistant)

Bill Tucker (School Resource Officer)

Edwina Walker (English)

Glenda Winchester (Instructional Assistant)

ACTropolis Online Program

Michael M. Cash, Principal

180 Raider Way,
Stearns, Kentucky 42647
Phone: 606-376-1476/1477 Fax: 606-376-1478

*ATTITUDE * COOPERATION*

*RESPONSIBILITY*

*EFFORT * ACHIEVEMENT*

*GRADUATION*

The MISSING PIECE OF THE PROFICIENCY PUZZLE

H.B. 176 (KRS 160.346) Act Relating to Low Performing Schools

703 KAR 5:180 Intervention system for persistently low-achieving schools

KDE Press Release (01/15/10) KY School Board Approves Measures To Help Low Performing Schools

...... Parent Night will be Thursday, February 4th from 4:30-7:30......

McCreary Academy, McCreary County Schools Alternative Education Program, provides a structured and positive learning environment for students that struggle in a normal educational setting. The Academy provides educational service for up to 100 students, ranging from grades 6 - 12. Students are accepted into the Academy for an array of opportunities, which include Credit Recovery, Behavior, and Social Intervention. We, at the Academy, strive to help our students reach their full academic potential daily. Students are not only involved in their regularly scheduled academic classes, they also participate in: Advisory Groups, Behavior/Social Counseling, and Substance Abuse Counseling. Academy students have the opportunity to discuss their educational and life objectives by working toward removing all barriers that may be preventing them from reaching their desired goals.

McCreary Academy's mission is to provide a positive and structured learning environment that guides our students to success by improving their academic, behavioral, and social performance. By promoting positive growth, providing a challenging curriculum, and developing each student’s self confidence, Academy staff will provide the opportunity for ALL students to become productive citizens of McCreary County , the Commonwealth of Kentucky , and the United States of America.

We Believe:

ü Students can learn, and high expectations increase individual performance.

ü Students are responsible for their behavior and learn to make appropriate decisions.

ü Administrators, teachers, staff, students, and parents provide a positive and safe school environment that enhances learning.

ü Students are valued individuals with unique physical, social, emotional, and intellectual needs that reflect the diversity of our society.

ü The school promotes an atmosphere that fosters social skills, citizenship, and a strong work ethic.

ü Parents, students, teachers, and the community are partners in the process of education; therefore, we share the responsibility of supporting our school’s mission through communication and cooperation.

ü Students must choose to make a commitment to academic success, and they will be supported by a school, home, and community partnership.

ü Students learn best when actively engaged in the learning process and provided with a variety of instructional approaches that identify and nurture each student’s interests and abilities.