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Imagine a school that allows you to reach beyond classroom walls to explore learning in a novel and purposeful manner – while having fun and making long lasting friendships!  SOLE Academy ^SM is a fully accredited Experiential Learning Center that utilizes a hybrid model to prepare students for the 21st century.

 

Overview:

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SOLE Academy ^SM is a 21st century Experiential Learning Center which offers college preparatory coursework for youth and young adults.  SOLE Academy ^SM was created to address agrowing demand for intentional non-traditional education.  Established through a proven partnership between Selkirk Outdoor Leadership & Education (SOLE), and AdvancEd accredited partner, TBD  consists of two Experiential Learning Center locations in Atlanta, Georgia and North Idaho.

At these Experiential Learning Centers coursework is offered through our unique hybrid model blending online distance learning and outdoor experiential fieldwork. This purposeful approach allows students to experience a rich and rigorous curriculum that allows them to learn academic content at their own pace, address personal and social development needs, and explore our natural world in a real and meaningful manner.

Due to our intentional program design and approach SOLE Academy ^SM is the ideal learning environment for youth and young adults in homeschool settings, those which struggle with traditional academic settings, those with the desire to learn at their own pace, those in need of credit recovery, or simply parents and/or students looking for a personal and intentional approach to education that blends and extends learning beyond traditional classroom walls.

Specifically, SOLE Academy ^SM is a 21st century Experiential Learning Center that:

• Offers fully accredited coursework through AdvanceED – the nations leading accreditation body.
• Utilizes a hybrid model consisting of distance learning underpinned by experiential fieldwork.
• Offers single subject & interdisciplinary traditional and non-traditional academic curricula.
• Offers relevant experiences that address place-based objective and learning targets.
• Addresses individualized and group educational needs.
• Utilizes a project-learning framework for specific course offerings
• Addresses Common Core, State, and Next Generation Science Standards
• Addresses non-traditional goals and objectives (i.e., character and leadership development).
• Establishing a sense of belonging and relevance for our communities and their environments.
• Establishing a sense of community and environmental stewardship.

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SOLE Academy ^SM Learning Targets:

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SOLE Academy ^SM Student Profile:

Typical students include individuals in homeschool, traditional, or residential settings that:

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Program Design:

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True to the rest of our programs, SOLE Academy ^SM is grounded on our 4 Care Philosophy ^SM , providing a sound foundation to build personal character and extend learning beyond traditional academic subjects.  Our students are immersed in an intimate culture where they become an accountable member of the school community, as well as the larger urban and environmental community where they travel and learn.  Class and expedition sizes are kept small (6 students to 1 instructor; 12 students maximum), to ensure that students have the individual attention to learn and advance new academic and outdoor skills.

Students begin each year with an Immersion Learning Expedition ^SM. During this multi-day backcountry experiences students begin to develop leadership and outdoor skills, explore academic coursework, and developing new relationships or reconnect with old friends.  Each Immersion Learning Expedition ^SM includes our tailor-made outdoor leadership curriculum – a yearly requirement for each SOLE Academy ^SM student.  Students learn and practically apply leadership skills on a daily basis while traveling in the backcountry or when in camp.

Academic coursework begins in our Experiential Learning Centers.  There students work directly with certified and trained instructors, proctors, and tutors (as needed) to complete online or hybrid academic coursework.  Due to the unique design of SOLE Academy ^SM, online lessons are blended with experiential education theories and methods whenever possible.  Each Friday students participate in a required Fieldwork Experience ^SM to further extend their learning.

At the end of the school year, students participate in a Capstone Learning Expedition ^SM.  During this multi-day backcountry expedition students continue to further develop their outdoor and leadership skills while working with their peers on service-learning projects as way to develop community and environmental stewardship.  Generalization and transference is further targeted through active processing circles and their Leadership Action Plan (LAP).

It should be noted, all day-based and multi-day learning expeditions are where students continue to develop and refine newly found academic and leadership skills. These evidence-based approaches underpin our authentic learning expeditions where students truly go out to explore > achieve > lead![/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]

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SOLE Academy ^SM School Calendar

 

First Semester
Aug. 4-7 Aug. 10 – 16 Aug. 14 Aug.  21 Aug.  28	Teacher Pre-Planning Immersion Learning Expedition Fieldwork Experience Fieldwork Experience Fieldwork Experience
Sept.  4 Sept.  7 Sept. 11 Sept. 18	Fieldwork Experience Labor Day (SOLE Academy Closed) Fieldwork Experience Fieldwork Experience
Oct.  2 Oct.  9 Oct.  12 Oct.  16 Oct.  23 Oct.  30	Fieldwork Experience Teacher Workday (students off) Teacher/Student Holiday (SOLE Academy Closed) Fieldwork Experience Fieldwork Experience Fieldwork Experience
Nov.  6 Nov.  13 Nov.  20 Nov.  23-27	Fieldwork Experience Fieldwork Experience Fieldwork Experience Thanksgiving Holiday (SOLE Academy Closed)
Dec.  4 Dec.  11 Dec.  18 Dec. 21 – Jan. 1	Fieldwork Experience Fieldwork Experience Last Day of First Semester Winter Break  (SOLE Academy Closed)
Second Semester
Jan.  4 Jan.  5 Jan.  6 Jan.  8 Jan.  18	Teacher Workday (students off) Professional Development Day (students off) First Day of Second Semester Fieldwork Experience Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday (SOLE Academy Closed)
Feb.  5 Feb.  12 Feb.  15 * Feb.  19 Feb.  26	Fieldwork Experience Professional Development Day (students off)President’s Day Holiday (SOLE Academy Closed) Fieldwork Experience Fieldwork Experience
March 4 March 10 March 11* March 18 March 25	Fieldwork Experience Teacher Workday (students off) Professional Development Day (students off) Fieldwork Experience Fieldwork Experience
April 1 April 4-8 April 11 April 15 April 22 April 29	Fieldwork Experience Spring Break (SOLE Academy Closed) School In Session Fieldwork Experience Fieldwork Experience Fieldwork Experience
May 6 May 13 – 20 May 23 May 24 – 27 *	Fieldwork Experience Capstone Learning Expedition Last Day of School Teacher Post Work Days

* Designated as inclement weather make-up days (if needed)

Please note:  All dates are tentative due to potential unforeseen / uncontrollable circumstances (i.e., inclement weather etc.).

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University courses also available upon request!  Contact us for more information.

 

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SOLE Academy ^SM Graduation Requirements

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Students must successfully complete the minimum credits and course requirements prescribed by SOLE / AIOA.  Students must demonstrate mastery of all subjects as defined by the SOLE / AIOA grading policy, as well as the following graduation requirements.  The following are the minimum course requirements for graduation from SOLE Academy ^SM:

• 2   units of Foreign Language
• 4   units of Language Arts
• 3   units of Science
• 4   units of Mathematics
• 3   units of Social Studies (American History & American Govt. required)
• 1   unit of Physical Education/Health
• 1   units of computer instruction
• 7   units of electives [Including 3 Outdoor Leadership / 3 Physical Education (Outdoor Education)]

25 Total Credits to graduate

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SOLE Academy ^SM Tuition & Fee Schedule

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Show below is the SOLE Academy ^SM Tuition & Fee Schedule.  We offer two options based on actual attendance at our Experiential Learning Centers (i.e., Partial or Full Time).

For either option, an initial non-refundable enrollment fee of $250 is required upon completion of your registration.  This fee includes an initial assessment of your child’s documentation and development of his / her education plan.  If you child requires special services above and beyond the norm additional fees may be required to develop a more thorough and specific education plan to ensure that their needs are met.  This process could include academic testing, and tutors that have specific skills sets to address your child’s individualized needs.

Please note, this initial process does not guarantee enrollment into SOLE Academy ^SM . While we make every effort to work with everyone, some individuals require services that we simply can not provide.  If this does occur our team of professionals will assist you in developing a plan which includes recommendations for appropriate next steps.

Upon enrollment, a deposit equal to $725 – $1200 is due on or before February 26 (or immediately upon enrollment if afterwards); the first payment of $2900 – $4800 is due on or before July 1 (or immediately upon enrollment if afterwards); and the second payment of $2900 – $4800 is due on or before November 1 (or immediately upon enrollment if afterwards). The deposit and first payment are to be made the before the actual year of enrollment.

It should be noted, all payments will be pro-rated if a student is enrolled after the beginning of the school year, and if their education plan does not require some of the services below.  All SOLE terms & conditions apply on the website and contract.

Monthly payments / accounting is available and subject to a Processing Fee equal to 5% per month in addition to other fees. Enrollment Fee and Deposit are required with a monthly payment plan as well.

SOLE Academy Fee Schedule

Expense	Amount
Non-Refundable Enrollment Fee +/*	$250
Tuition +/*	$10,800 ($1200 x 9 months) or $6525 ($725 x 9)
Fieldwork Fee +/*	$1260 ($140 x 9 months)
Expedition Fee +/*	$1600 ($800 7 day expedition x 2)
Outdoor Gear & Equipment Fee +/^/*	$1200 (one time fee, unless gear is damaged or lost)
Technology Fee +/^/*	$800 (one time fee, unless technology is damaged or lost)
Special Services Assessment / Consultation Fee *	$50 – $100 / hour

+ Required            ^ One time fee           * As needed

Partial scholarship for those who qualify.  Contact us for details.  Al scholarships are based on available funds and eligibility.

 

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1. Click button below and complete the registration form.
2. Submit your $250 non-refundable enrollment fee when redirected to our eCommerce page.
3. Collect your child’s documentation.
4. Submit documentation and SOLE Academy ^SM contract to our Admissions Team.
5. Set up a call time for your follow-up consultation.

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SOLE Academy ^SM Frequently Asked Questions

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[/vc_column_text][vc_toggle title=”Is this Learning Center appropriate for my homeschool child?”]Absolutely!  Simply put, parents interested in homeschooling their children are looking for alternative methods of educating their child.  This can be a barrier for those parents who still need to work.  Additionally, SOLE Academy provides personal and social development curriculum, often not as prevalent in a homeschool setting.  This holistic approach coupled with evidence-based methods, and their very own individualized education plan ensures that your child receives the education that they need and deserve.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Who is AdvancEd?”]AdvancED was created through a 2006 merger of the PreK-12 divisions of the North Central Association (NCA) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS)—and expanded through the addition of the Northwest Accreditation Commission (NWAC) in 2011.

AdvancED is the largest community of education professionals in the world. They are a non-profit, non-partisan organization that conducts rigorous, on-site external reviews of PreK-12 schools and school systems to ensure that all learners realize their full potential. While our expertise is grounded in more than a hundred years of work in school accreditation, AdvancED is far from a typical accrediting agency, their goal is their continued commitment to help schools improve.

[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”My child needs credit recovery. Can you help?”]Absolutely!  The coursework provided at SOLE Academy ^SM is an opportunity for a student to retake a course in which he/she previously was not academically successful in earning credit towards graduation.  This is a great option because our Learning Center model is designed on a structured, yet flexible schedule, allowing students to learn at their own pace.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Can my child complete their high school diploma here?”]Absolutely!  SOLE Academy ^SM offers a well rounded curriculum for students to complete their high school diploma.  Because our Learning Center curriculum is AdvancED accredited parents can rest assured that credits will transfer to future secondary or post-secondary institutions.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Does my child receive an individual education plan?”]Absolutely!  The team of professionals at SOLE Academy ^SM u)understand that each individuals has specific education goals.  As such, SOLE’s team of education professionals work in tandem with AIOA to ensure that your child’s academic and personal development needs are addressed.  Our team of professionals possess advance degrees in education and experiential education.  With over 100 years of combined experience you can ensure that these professionals are well-equipped to support your child’s educational track.   Contact us for additional details.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”My child has individualized needs. How to you support these students?”]SOLE Academy ^SM posses a team of education professionals with advance degrees and extensive experience in the education field.  This includes working with students with individualized needs, including but not limited to, Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD), Emotional and Behavior Disorder (EBD), and other diagnoses.  Upon enrollment our team will go through your child’s paperwork with you to ensure how to best serve your child’s needs.  In the event that we are unable to serve your child’s needs we will offer a free consultation to ensure that you have the necessary resources to make an appropriate next step.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Do you offer Advance Placement (AP) or dual credit at your Learning Center?”]Yep!  SOLE Academy ^SM offers AP and dual university credit.  This means that students can take a course from a college / university that AIOA affiliates with and we will accept those credits towards a high school diploma.  This also fosters the perfect environment for students to jump start earning their college degree as the credits are GT (Guaranteed Transfer).  AP courses may require some additional needs as well.  Contact us for details.[/vc_toggle][vc_toggle title=”Do you provide the computer and additional technology for my child to complete their coursework?”]Yes!  Your tuition and fees paid go towards the purchasing the necessary technology and outdoor gear to participate in SOLE Academy ^SM.  We recommend that parents purchase insurance or ensure that their current insurance covers these resources.[/vc_toggle][/vc_column][/vc_row]