If you feel your child is not reaching his potential, or is getting lost in the crowd in a classroom of over 25 students, look no further than Rubicon Academy. Because of limited classroom size, the teachers have the ability to focus in on the skills, talents and gifts of all students, not just the “needy.” This specialized treatment allows for acceleration if needed, or patience and further studies if indicated. Our son has grown far beyond our expectations this school year. We, as well as our son, look forward to the years to come at Rubicon, along with his newly acquired self confidence and happiness that comes with the acceptance of knowing that he can do it!

The Rubicon Academy is an accelerated school, in which children are not held back by large classes. Every child works at his or her own pace, and can get as far ahead as they desire. Speaking for myself, I am in 7th grade doing various high school courses. I started at The Rubicon Academy when I was entering 5th grade, in 2008. Immediately my family and I saw a difference in my vocabulary, math skills, and time management. We also noticed how I seemed more involved in political events, such as the 2008 elections. Our teacher, Dr. Franci Roberts, had us watch the debates and write notes on them. She then listened to each of our opinions, and we compared and contrasted views on which president had better ideas on the hundreds of issues our country was facing, including the economic recession, the rising gas prices, and health care for American residents. I tested into Pre-Algebra in 5th grade, and now, in 7th grade, I am finishing Algebra 2. I hope to get into the Academy of Science and Technology, a magnet school to College Park High School, going into Calculus and Spanish 4.

The Rubicon Academy has been an absolute blessing for our child. The structure, curriculum, and especially the faculty have been an ideal setting. Our son was complacent at his previous school and falling short of maximizing his academic needs. He is now challenged on a daily basis and does so within an environment that recognizes GT students. The faculty and instruction is thorough and focused directly on the students. We couldn’t be happier!

Rubicon finished first in state last year and second this year after participating in the Private School Scholastic Competition (PSIA) for schools its size. That’s because
Rubicon provides its students individualized attention and personalized instruction so that they fulfill the full measure of their potential.

What I love about The Rubicon Academy is that you don’t have to be with your grade level. By that I mean you have fourth graders like me doing 7th grade math. This school makes you eligible to learn more, see more, and feel happy. When we went to the printing museum not only did we get to see what the first printing press was like we also got a chance to figure out how it worked. I have a lot of reasons why I love The Rubicon Academy, but the main reason is all of our teachers are nicer then the golden rays of the sun. None of our teachers are mean, heartbreaking, or cold. I hope you join our school because I guarantee you will love it. Those are the reasons why I love the Rubicon Academy.