Monroe Academy has been a positive experience for our family. Our SAT 10 test scores are well above the national average and the other schools in this area. We have a great music program- including an elementary band and choir. Our students excelled in the state art show. Beginning in preschool, the
... Read more students learn to use computers. The school has always relied on parents to volunteer their time and efforts - this remains true. Probably the most important reason for sending your child to Monroe Academy is that it is a safe and secure environment- students are not bringing drugs and weapons to school- our students are respectful and well mannered. Lastly, the curriculum is excellent- and we are a Blue Ribbon School meaning that we meet or exceed the Alabama Independent School Association's criteria and we are approved by SACS. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/16/07
We have two children at Monroe Academy and we are very pleased with the teachers and the curriculum that they are taught. I believe that the reading program in K-5 is very challenging- yet at the same time, my child was engaged in stimulating and fun activities. My children start the day with a devotion
... Read more and a prayer- how refreshing! Also, our SAT results for the 06-07 year are in and our students' scores were well above the national average. There is also the opportunity to participate in music (choir and band) athletics and art programs - the talent in the school is phenomenal. My children have learned about other cultures and countries. The teachers are great; they are there b/c they love to teach and want to be there. My children receive instruction, as well as, hugs daily from their teachers. Also, the parental involvement (volunteer spirit)is super! Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/22/07
We enrolled our two children in Monroe Academy in August 2005. MA is a private school that raises the bar on academia. The students test grade levels higher. The teachers and parents have made us feel like family. We have easily become involed in this short time. It is helpful that MA encourages manners
... Read more and other good values, which is fastly disappering in our society and public shcools. We feel blessed to have our children attend MA. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/05/06
I have three children in Monroe Academy. We feel our children are getting the best education they can have. It is great to be able to be envolved in the school. Most of all I appreciate the Christian views taught in the system.
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Posted by a parent on 08/08/05
It saddens me the think in this day and age that segregation is so prevalent. It's most than evident in this school. I wanted my children to continue their private education but not in a school where everyone is the same race. That's just not real world, diversity is important.
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Advanced Placement
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Before/After School
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Gifted and Talented
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general intellectual ability or talent - high intelligence test score (usually two standard deviations above the mean), and high levels of vocabulary, memory, abstract work knowledge and abstract reasoning;
specific academic aptitude or talent in one area such as mathematics or language arts;
creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
leadership ability, the ability to direct individuals or groups to a common decision or action;
visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
psychomotor ability, such as practical, spatial, mechanical, and physical skills.
Vocation/Technical Curriculum
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Special Education Classes
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Adult Education Classes
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English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
Monroeville schools — Monroe Academy is located at 4096 S Alabama Ave, Monroeville AL 36460. 4096 S Alabama Ave is in the 36460 ZIP code in Monroeville, AL Monroe Academy is a Private school that serves grade levels PK - 12.
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