MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL
A different kind of school day.
At most schools, every student in the room learns the same lesson at the same pace. At The St. James Performance Academy, each Student Athlete builds their own courseload — much like a college schedule — and works through it independently, at their own pace, rather than moving in lockstep with a class.
This is made possible through a partnership with K12, a leading provider of standards-based virtual curriculum, paired with our own highly credentialed, in-classroom educators. Coursework happens on campus, in a real classroom environment. Student Athletes may work independently or sit in small groups, but each is progressing through their own courses at their own speed, with K12 certified teachers and on-site Academic Advisors guiding course selection, pace, and progress along the way.
Our Education Partner
Powered by The Keystone School
The St. James Performance Academy offers a rich and rigorous, college preparatory academic curriculum provided in partnership with The Keystone School. The academic learning mode is proven and backed by results.
- Utilized by 3M+ students since 2000
- 95% of families say instructors motivate students to do their best
- 95% of families say the curriculum helped prepare their students for the future
- 93% of families say the teachers taught their student to be ambitious in his/her career goals
- 75% of student-athletes are on Honor Roll
- Average GPA of 3.75
Accreditation
Through our partnership with The Keystone School, STJ Academy offers an Academic program accredited by the Virginia Council for Private Education (VCPE), the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA), and Cognia. Student-athletes who complete the required coursework for graduation receive a VCPE-accredited diploma.
Meet Our Academic Team
Through our partnership with The Keystone School’s nationally recognized online platform and teachers, student-athletes gain access to a world-class virtual curriculum that offers both quality and flexibility. In the classroom, our highly credentialed educators provide personalized support and community, maintaining a 15:1 student-to-educator ratio. Together, this blended model ensures each student receives individualized attention to excel academically while pursuing their athletic goals.
Academic FAQs
How is the Academic Infrastructure designed?
The St. James Performance Academy uses a hybrid-learning model blending online synchronized course work with in-person education support.
Each Student Athlete learns from certified teachers through our customizable virtual platforms, with 24/7 access to virtual tutors. Our on-site Director of Academics and Success Coach(es) are additional resources who cultivate an environment conducive to learning. These multiple layers of support ensure that your Student Athlete receives a personalized academic plan, preparing them for the game of life.
We have a 15:1 ratio of Students to Academic Success Coaches on-site.
Do you support IEP's and 504's?
We can provide support for IEP's and 504's, and our learning environment is designed to support all types of learners and set each student-athlete up for success. Students must complete a determination meeting with our education partner to ensure we can meet their needs.
What is the attendance policy?
This is one of the primary benefits of The St. James Performance Academy. Traditional systems are not conducive to the lifestyle of the aspiring, elite Student Athlete. We understand the travel that sports require and the toll that a season can take on a Student Athlete. The beauty of our platform is the flexibility we can provide by operating virtually. Need a recovery day? Stay home! You can do your course work from home, and our staff can send you a home workout. We believe our Student Athletes get the most out of their experience by attending on-site, but we understand that may not always be possible. That shouldn't mean school is interrupted, it is simply adapted to meet a Student Athlete's needs.
How do you balance the student-athlete's workload?
The St. James Performance Academy is constantly assessing our students' needs and customizing their workloads to best support their paths to success. We require our Student Athletes to fill out daily surveys tracking sleep, nutrition, injuries, and more, to provide a holistic view of their physical and mental health, and to assist our staff in accurately and effectively balancing their workload.
