Frequently Asked QuestionsThe Enrollment Process
A: Yes, you are welcome to come to the facility any time you schedule a visit. After enrolling your student you can stop by any time you see fit.
Q: How long is the enrollment process for my student and what if I need to do it as quickly as possible? A: In most cases it takes a minimum of 24 hours to complete the enrollment process, but your student must meet Darrington Academy enrollment specifications.
Q: If I need financial aid or assistance are there any programs for my teen's tuition? A: Your admissions representative will help you find financial assistance. There are different solutions for different families.
Q: Are there specific times during the year to enroll my student or is it open at any time? A: Students can enroll at Darrington Academy at any time of the year. Our academic program has been developed to assist your student’s specific needs. For more information visit our academics page.
Q: Once I make the decision to enroll my teen, how do I get them to Darrington Academy? A: Your admissions representative will assist you with the different options of getting your child to the school. Each situation is different. Some students will come voluntarily while others won't. They will help you determine what is best for your family.
Student Life
Q: How many students sleep per dormitory room? A: Four to six students are in one dormitory room.
Q: How long is the average stay for a student at Darrington Academy? A: The program is based on the student’s results, meaning it depends on the individual student’s willingness to comply and commit to working and creating positive results.
Q: How often are student visits allowed? A: Visits with your student are allowed when the teen reaches the appropriate status and has earned the privilege.
Q: Do you have special activities on Holidays? A: Yes, activities are scheduled for certain holidays.
Family Communication
Q: Is the family involved in the student’s progress? A: A Family Representative is assigned to each student. Your Family Representative is in contact with your teen throughout the week and weekly phone calls are made updating you on your student's progress. In time, students earn phone calls with their parents. Until that time, parents and students communicate by letter. In addition, the parents and students attend workshops to assist in creating better communication.
Darrington Academy is accredited by the Georgia Accrediting Commission, The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and AdvancED.
Q: Are the teachers certified? All of the teachers at Darrington are fully “qualified” in their fields. Certification is something that is used in the public school systems. While many of our teachers are certified, there are those who may not currently carry certificates because they are retired or have come to teaching from the industrial sector. Example: our science teacher does not have a teaching certificate from the state; however, he does have a Ph.D in Organic Chemistry thus making him more than “qualified” to teach science at this level. Please visit our page on accreditation for more information.
Q: How many hours of school do the students have scheduled for class each day? Students are scheduled for six hours a day in the classroom, divided into multiple classroom sessions.
Morning fitness is 30 minutes each day and P.E. is in the afternoon for 1 hour each day.
Medical
Q: In case of a medical emergency, how is the school prepared? We have a full time nurse on site and a local Doctor who make visits on campus throughout the week. Staff are trained in CPR and first aid. The hospital and emergency room are less than 10 minutes away.
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