Challenging Times, from close to afar

Much is happening in my little world right now. Let me start at Sheridan. The economy has affected our program (like so many others) and we have made some changes to continue to provide quality, college-prep education to our students. We are very grateful for the volunteer Board of Directors who have seen us through difficult times and provided countless volunteer hours to keep growing.
Meridian schools will be challenged this year. Before I founded Sheridan Academy, I taught at Meridian Middle school for two years. At that time, it was the largest middle school west of the Rockies. Now there will be fewer teachers and larger classes for all grades. I don't see how we are to provide college-ready students to our universities if we continue to underfund our public education programs (hence, one of the reasons I left public schools).
One of the best classes I ever had was at BSU. The professor was Dr. Pat Beiter (the father of our mayor) and there were FIVE grad students! What a wonderful experience being fully involved in the lectures/dicussions/lessons and receiving immediate feedback on my progress. A small class makes a difference and I want all students to get as much as possible out of every class that they attend.

15th Graduation

On June 2, 2011 we held our 15th Annual Graduation and Awards Banquet. Thre seniors received high school diplomas (congrats Scott, Sunnie, Hadrien!) and five others got CASH for their efforts.
The students looked great dressed up and a skit by Isabella and Alia was a success!

We are very proud of all of our students!

Mayor's Choice Awards

Last April, Anthony was a recipient of the Mayor's Choice Award.
Anthony was one of 85 11th grade students in the entire Treasure Valley to receive this awards for his outstanding academic and social improvements!

We are very proud of Anthony!