Community Engagement
The Academy of Scholars Leadership and Learning Center believes that education extends beyond the classroom. Our scholars actively engage with the community through service learning, leadership development, and real-world problem solving.
Our programs encourage students to become thoughtful contributors to their communities by participating in activities such as:
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Community gardening initiatives
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Environmental sustainability projects
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Youth leadership programs
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Civic engagement activities such as Model United Nations
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Workshops and presentations that educate the community on important issues
Through initiatives like our Eat Green Grow Green program, scholars work to address food access challenges and promote sustainable solutions such as small-space gardening and food education.
Community members, local organizations, and businesses are invited to partner with the Academy to support youth leadership and innovation.
Accessibility and Student Support
The Academy of Scholars Leadership and Learning Center is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment and strives to ensure that our programs and website are accessible to all individuals.
We work to make our website and school programs accessible in accordance with the principles of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you experience difficulty accessing any information on this website or require assistance, please contact the Academy and we will make reasonable efforts to provide the information in an accessible format.
As an independent private microschool, the Academy provides a personalized learning environment with small class sizes and flexible instruction. While we are not a special education institution and do not provide specialized services such as Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) typically offered through public school special education programs, we strive to support diverse learning needs whenever possible within the scope of our program.
Families who believe a student may require accommodations or additional support are encouraged to contact the Academy prior to enrollment to discuss the student’s needs and determine whether our program is an appropriate educational setting.
For questions regarding accessibility or student support, please contact:
Academy of Scholars Leadership and Learning Center
Phone: 314-477-9847
Attendance Policy
Regular attendance is essential for academic success and participation in the learning community at the Academy of Scholars Leadership and Learning Center.
Students are expected to attend all scheduled instructional days unless an absence is unavoidable.
Expectations
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Students should arrive on time and prepared for the day’s learning activities.
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Parents or guardians should notify the Academy when a student will be absent.
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Scholars are responsible for completing missed assignments.
Excused Absences
Excused absences may include:
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Illness
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Family emergencies
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Medical appointments
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Educational opportunities approved by the Academy
Excessive Absences
Frequent absences may impact a student’s progress and participation in Academy programs. Families may be contacted to develop a plan to support consistent attendance.
The Academy maintains attendance records as part of each student’s educational portfolio.
Privacy Policy
The Academy of Scholars Leadership and Learning Center respects the privacy of our students, families, and website visitors.
Information We Collect
We may collect limited information such as:
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Contact information submitted through forms
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Program registration details
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Communications sent to the Academy
How Information Is Used
Information is used only for purposes related to:
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Program enrollment and communication
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Educational services
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Updates about Academy programs and events
We do not sell or share personal information with outside organizations.
Student Privacy
Student educational records and portfolios are maintained securely and shared only with authorized individuals, including parents or guardians.
Website Security
We take reasonable measures to protect personal information and maintain the security of our website.
If you have questions about this policy, please contact the Academy.