 Welcome to: Hill & Lowe Educational Services Inc. - Exploratorium Academy
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Online/E-Learning Programs.
We Are Your Distance Learning
High School & Resource Services Provider (K-12).
We are currently accepting new applicants.
Exploratorium Academy is proud to announce – Distance Learning.
Effective Fall 2010 all courses are full-distance learning courses. Odyssey Compass Learning is the program of choice effective August 2010.
Extended Services: Elementary K-6 (Complete On-line Tutorial Learning), Middle School 7-8 (Complete On-line Tutorial Learning), High School 9-12 (Complete On-line Learning, Remediation, Credit Recovery, & ACT Tutorials, etc.).
E-Learning Benefits:
· More direct attention towards the student’s learning needs.
· Easier accessibility to learning materials.
· Limited time restraints which will allow students more time-on-task.
· Detailed monitoring reports on student work.
· Approved E-Learning Concepts.
· Nation Wide Connectivity to learning materials at your fingertips.
· Students are able to work from any location to achieve their education needs.
There are many more reasons why E-Learning is a major benefit to students and parents in a “Technological Age”; however the choice and transition is yours for discovery. We ask that you look into our modified E-Learning/Distance Learning Module; students will be afforded invaluable experiences towards learning and career planning.
Students will receive the benefits of both on-line instruction and site-instruction including course remediation. All students will work on-line using a researched-based program. Certified instructors, advanced course material, and face-to-face instruction is available on an as needed basis (see Curriculum then Tuition). Mastery learning has been maximized with this concept. Students will be allowed to take Regular and Advanced/AP Courses including Credit Recovery and other related services. Dual Enrollment Services are available upon request.
Please view Curriculum – Course Offerings, Content, and Student Activity Web Links. These are just some of the current e-learning resource components that are implemented within our programs. Fall 2010 will begin our interfance with the Compass Learning Series which will accompany our existing programs. Please download registration information if you are interested. We encourage your early registration.
Tuition Prices Increase Fall 2010.
Exploratorium Academy is a Professional Learning Community - Private High School serving students in grades 9-12. The curriculum program provides educational opportunities for high school and adult learners to complete and earn their High School Diploma. Exploratorium Academy does not offer GED’s; all graduates earn and receive a fully accreditated state-recognized high school diploma.
Exploratorium Academy holds academic accreditation with The National Private Schools Accreditation Alliance as a Class XI -Distance Learning K-12 School. Presently Exploratorium Academy is pursuant of SACS - Southern Association of Colleges and Schools - Advanced Distance Education Accreditation.
The benefits of this school and its program(s) are the short weekly schedules: Monday – Friday and Saturday/Sunday classes including modified web-based and tutorial instruction. Alterative schedules are arranged to meet student needs. We offer a 12:1 student teacher ratio, certified instruction, and strategically based instructional frames that guide the student’s teaching and learning outcomes. In short, Exploratorium Academy offers year-round classes allowing students to earn credit(s) towards any deficient academic year(s). Special population classes are provided on Saturdays on a as-needed-basis for students who qualify.
More specifically there are:
- No pre and post evaluations. All students are assessed at the time of their performance(s). Students are challenged daily in efforts of meeting both State and National Academic Standards and Curriculum Strands.
- NO GRADUATION EXAM is required for exiting Exploratorium’s program with a fully accredited high school diploma. The assessment module used is a portfolio-styled performance based evaluation system. All core and elective course materials are maintained in this manner.
- Students are evaluated on their individual work efforts and practices. Students are only allowed to earn A’s and B’s (C’s, D’s, and F’s are not allowed). Students must master their core assignments as a provision of remaining in the program. Student’s work is returned to them for a re-submission in efforts of securing passing grades and mastery learning. Remediation is mandatory.
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The entire curriculum consists of core-academic disciplines and electives. Exploratorium does not offer any extra curricular activities. However, we will partner with other agencies should there be a high volume need for this service.
- Exploratorium Academy advocates the highest caliber of student discipline and culture.
The organizational structure of Hill & Lowe Educational Services, Inc. has been authentically postured by its President/Founder - Dr. Mary Hill Lowe, Ed.S., Ed.D. Additionally, Dr. Mary Hill Lowe serves as Director of Programs for Exploratorium Academy. Dr. Lowe, a mother, wife, and Christian Educator of 41 years experience founded Hill & Lowe Educational Services, Inc. in Montgomery on April 2008. The professional practices of this organization among its educational entities are: Education-Accountability-Leadership. Dr. Lowe, through faith and her applied practice(s) feels than within a controlled educational environment structured by; discipline, moral, Christian values, quality educational programs, self-esteem, and culture, governed with and by direct supervision there can be a favorable outcome which is a self-assured and educationally proficient student and adult individual.
The founding members associated with Hill & Lowe Educational Services, Inc. in cooperation with The Hill & Lowe Foundation and Exploratorium Academy hold the highest educational talents and academic credentials. Dr. Mary Hill Lowe holds a B.S. Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from Bethune-Cookman College, a M.Ed. Master’s Degree in Adult Education from Florida A&M University, and both Florida’s and Alabama’s Certification in Teacher Education. Dr. Lowe also holds an Ed.S. Education Specialist Degree w/Thesis in General Education from Troy University Montgomery with AA-Certification in Elementary Education. Dr. Lowe also holds AA-Certification in Education Administration from Troy University Montgomery. Dr. Lowe received her Ed.D. Educational Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale/Miami Florida. Most recently Dr. Lowe completed 18 state approved hours in Educational Library Media from Alabama State University.
Among the collaborative talents of her sons Dr. Melvin-Alonza Lowe III, and Mr. Marvin-Alexander Lowe, Ed.S. (pending Ed.D. graduation) both affiliations with Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale/Miami Florida – Atlanta Georgia Campus. Dr. Mary Hill Lowe and the certified staff provides quality educational programs to students and adult learners.
Melvin-Alonza Lowe, III holds a B.S. Degree in Elementary Education, a M.Ed. Degree in Instructional Leadership (Administration), an Ed.S. Degree w/Thesis in Education Administration (AA- Certification), an a Ed.D. Doctorate in Educational Leadership (Specializations - Special Education Administration and Educational Technology).
Marvin-Alexander Lowe holds a B.S. Degree in Elementary Education, a M.Ed. Degree in School Counseling (Certification in Administration), an Ed.S. Degree w/Thesis in Education Administration (AA-Certification). Mr. Lowe is a Ed.D.Doctoral Candidate (Nova Southeastern University) - Educational Leadership w/ approprate specializations.
The best practice frames that are facilitated through this organization include the following: daily progress reports, Structured curriculum based teaching and learning activities, projects and performance based assignments, a 100% total engagement practice per the student’s performance efforts, and 100% parental involvement component.
The Board of Directors have outlined a professional practice that offers equitable growth opportunities to every learner. This behavior manifests itself in the following fashion; Exploring Global Learning Possibilities By Reaching Every Child-One Day At A Time. Diplomacy, Character, and Diligence Provides The Foundation For A Quality Education.
Exploratorium Academy is owned and operated by: Hill & Lowe Educational Services, Inc. - founded in 2008.
The Hill & Lowe Foundation - was founded in 2006. Both incorporations were developed by: Dr. Mary Hill Lowe, Ed.S., Ed.D.
Hill & Lowe Educational Services, Inc. officially serves as an Education Consulting and Resource Provider Offering Services To Parents, Students, and Educational Institutions.
Notary Public Services Available.
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