Grace Preparatory Academy of Durango explained

Grace Preparatory Academy of Durango
Country:United States
Coordinates:37.2759°N -107.8774°W
Type:Private school
Religious Affiliation:Christian
Grades:7-12
Accreditation:Association of Christian Schools International
Affiliation:National Association of University-Model Schools

Grace Preparatory Academy of Durango was a private, college-preparatory Christian school located in Durango, Colorado, United States. Founded in 2001, it offered programs for seventh through twelfth grade students. It had been a member of the National Association of University-Model Schools since 2006 and was a member of the Association of Christian Schools International.[1]

Educational model

Grace Preparatory Academy of Durango adhered to the educational model known as the University-Model School® (UMS) which combines two elements of educational success, the professional classroom instruction of a teacher and the at-home mentoring of a parent, into a unified, college-like program.[2] Students attended classes on campus two days per week, and instruction continued at home on the other days.

Notes and References

  1. http://www.privateschoolreview.com/membershipaffi/type/4/stateid/CO Association of Christian Schools International in Colorado Private School Review web site
  2. http://naums.net/pages/what_is_ums.html What is UMS? National Association of University-Model Schools web site