Winston-Salem Preparatory Academy
| Winston-Salem Preparatory Academy | |
|---|---|
| Address | |
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1215 N. Cameron Ave. , 27101 | |
| Information | |
| School type | Middle and High School |
| Motto | "Our New Beginning" |
| School district | Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools |
| Principal | Richard Watts |
| Grades | 6-12 |
| Language | English |
| Area | Suburban |
| Mascot | Phoenix |
| Website | WSPA School Website |
Winston-Salem Preparatory Academy (WSPA) is a public school located in Forsyth County, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Its building location is at the former site of Atkins High School.[1]
Overview
Small class sizes
There are approximately 85 students per middle school grade and 100 students per high school grade. The average class size is around 20 students per class.
Financial support
Winston-Salem Preparatory Academy is backed up by a $650,000 grant by a grant of the Winston-Salem State University institution.
With the aid of this institution students have access to the following:
- Library services
- Tutoring
- Career and health planning
- Admissions and financial aid offices
- Pre-college programs:
- Health Careers
- Engineering
- Mathematics
- The Aerospace Academy
- Summer Enrichment programs
Admission requirements
WSPA students are accepted through a process that includes a written essay, an interview, commitment of parent support, a written agreement, promise of volunteer in support of school activities, and a follow-up by letter indicating acceptance to the WSPA Magnet Program. This admissions are led by the school counselors Rhonda Scott or Cheryl Perry-Jones.[1]