The Promise Academy is a private, nurturing, faith-based group living opportunity for students who have the potential and motivation to succeed, but whose chances are hampered by low economic status, adverse family situations, violence, abuse, neglect, or the absence of structure and role-modeling.

The Promise Academy is not a correctional institution or residential treatment facility, but operates more like a community boarding school. Participation is voluntary. The Promise Academy focuses on academic development, leadership, and positive individual characteristics with Christian core values.


What makes the Promise Academy special?

• Students are referred by parents, clergy, school personnel or others – not the courts.
• Students voluntarily seek admission no later than 10th grade and stay in the program through high school graduation or when the family is ready for their return.
  
• Acceptance into the program is a privilege.
  
• Full or partial scholarships are awarded based on need.
  
• Parents and guardians do not surrender parental rights; they are active partners with Quakerdale staff in their child’s progress.