Welcome

Welcome to the website for The Academy at King. For many years, King College has fostered a rigorous academic regimen, a sense of service to others, and a vibrant exploration of faith. Similar to expansion of satellite locations and degree programs, The Academy is another step in responding to the educational needs of our region. I am truly excited to be a part of this new educational venture associated with King College.

The opportunity to help guide the development of The Academy is very exciting. We are working to create an environment where multiple intelligences are valued. We want to incorporate study across the disciplines, focusing on writing and research in all subject areas and integrating the educational experience in a way that students have an appreciation for a broad range of subjects, as well as opportunities to develop their individual talents.

We are designing a program that will offer students a well-rounded mix of academic experiences, fine arts, and physical education. We will offer advanced placement options, opportunities to study abroad, and internships with area businesses.

Although The Academy at King is designed to be its own institution, the rich academic resources of King College will be available to Academy students and they will have opportunities to take part in college-level faculty lectures, showings of the Caldwell Art Collection, and other educational and cultural experiences. Well-qualified students may also participate in certain courses or projects at King College.

Until the completion of our dedicated facility on the campus of King College, we will be housed in a temporary location at 5825 Old Jonesboro Road in Bristol, Tenn.  The necessary modifications will be made to the building this summer so that we can begin classes in August of this year.

We are currently accepting applications for admission to The Academy for the 2008-2009 school year and those forms and submission information may be accessed by clicking on the Admissions application tab. Applications for The Academy may be submitted at any time, but those received by the priority admission deadline of May 30 will be given first consideration for admission. Financial aid packages are available for the 2008-2009 school year. Students who have been granted admission will be given the appropriate financial aid application procedures.

I am delighted to be a part of this project and I look forward to collaborating with members of the King College administration, with parents and students, and with members of our extended community.

Thank you for visiting The Academy’s website. Please visit again as more information will be added when it becomes available. If you need further information or have questions about The Academy, please feel free to e-mail me at melkowski@academyatking.org or call 423.956.3527.