TOP Education Academy

Tabernacle of Praise Church

Overview
T.O.P. Education Academy is a Christ-centered, non-denominational, college preparatory school providing parents with a competitive Christian alternative where students are academically equipped and socially adjusted for impacting society.
CURRICULUM

Students at the T.O.P Education Academy will receive a rigorous education based on requirements outlined in the Alabama State Courses of Study and National Standards. Academics include the integration of technology and arts and culture to further enhance students’ learning experiences, and to ensure that pupils are globally prepared to compete on the economic world stage upon exiting the academy.
Where no child fails
for lack of knowledge!
About T.O.P. Education Academy. . .

BELIEFS

We believe…
Christian education is shared by the school, church, and home.
Every child has learning potential.
In the development of the whole child.
Every individual is worthy of respect and equitable treatment.
Learning is a life-long process.
Education grounded in Biblical truth is the foundation by which wisdom and spiritual maturity derives.


Uniforms

All students are required to adhere to the dress code. Uniforms are comprised of burgundy or white tops and navy or khaki bottoms.


Mission Statement
The mission of T.O.P. Education Academy is to develop well-rounded, intrinsincally motivated individuals through a stimulating, academically rigorous environment whereby students become globally conscious, productive, innovative citizens and leaders who impact their world for Christ.
Vision
“TRANSFORMING CURRENT AND FUTURE GENERATIONS TODAY”

Admission Is Open To:
1. Students living in the current attendance area and children of staff members employed at the school.

2. Students who may have attended previously but moved away.

3. Any student residing in Alabama.

4. Any student meeting the above criteria without regard to ancestry, color, creed, gender, national origin, or religion.

Enrollment Procedures:

1. Parents/Guardians are required to attend an enrollment seminar prior to completing an “Intent to Enroll” form.

2. An admissions lottery will be held for the upcoming academic year in February, and once a month thereafter in which an enrollment seminar is conducted. Names from successive enrollment seminars are added to the initial, February, list.

3. With the exception of exempted candidates (i.e., children of TOPEA’s founders and employees, siblings of currently enrolled pupils), potential candidates are processed in this random lottery to ensure each candidate has an equitable possibility of being selected.

4. Parents/Guardians must submit an “Intent to Enroll” form each year. However, once a pupil is enrolled at TOPEA his/her position in the school is secure and he/she does not have to reapply for a position the following year
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5. Parents/Guardians with returning students from the previous year must submit an “Intent to Return” form each consecutive year.
HOW ARE WE UNIQUE?

Classes do not exceed 15 students per teacher.
State certified, highly qualified educators

Content is approached in accordance with best practices research.
Arts and Culture Integration

Christian-based education institution
Academic and advanced technology offerings

Safe learning environment
850 Woodrow Avenue
P.O. Box 969
Selma, AL 36702

Phone: 334.875.8630
Fax: 334.875.6359