School Profile In- 2011—2012 Mission LEADERSHIP Salem Academy Charter School is a small sixth through twelfth grade public school designed to educate the city of Salem’s diverse student population. Through a unique integration of college Sean O’Neil, preparatory classes with service to the community, the school graduates informed, articulate, and proactive individuals of strong character. Executive Director City and School Information
[email protected] Salem Academy Charter School is a public school, chartered by the Massachusetts Department of Rachel Hunt, Elementary and Secondary Education under the 1993 Education Reform Act. The school opened its Head of School doors to sixth and seventh graders in September 2004, graduated its first class in 2009, and has grown to over 300 students. All students are challenged with rigorous college-preparatory classes,
[email protected] engage in enrichment activities and classes, and apply their learning through service in the Stephanie Callahan, community. Salem Massachusetts has an estimated population of 41,343; Median Household Income of $44,000; 85.2% are high school graduates; 31% are college graduates. Head of Lower School Courses
[email protected] Salem Academy courses are college preparatory. Advanced Placement courses are offered in all Melissa Lassen core academic subject areas for Upper School students. Honors courses are not offered for all College Counselor courses. Salem Academy has expanded its Advanced Placement program significantly over the past five years, increasing from one course to eight. Currently 70% of the
[email protected] Advanced Placement Offerings: students in grades 11 and 12 are enrolled in at least one AP course.