High School at Sandhills: Preparing for College & Beyond

Inspiring high schoolers with individualized learning and real-world experiences that cultivate independence, leadership, and college readiness.

Sandhills high schoolers advance their academic skills, preparing for the rigor of college and beyond. With individualized instruction rooted in the Orton-Gillingham approach and a deep understanding of how students with dyslexia learn best, we empower them to overcome challenges and grow into confident, independent learners within a supportive community. Small class sizes foster meaningful relationships with teachers, provide personalized attention, and open doors to unique enrichment opportunities that help students reach their full potential, all while preparing them for the academic demands of college.

College Ready. Life Ready. Start Here.

Pathways to College and Success

Teaching Philosophy

Our Approach to High School Learning

  • Orton-Gillingham principles drive advanced literacy skills, supporting comprehension of complex texts, research-based writing, and critical analysis across subjects.

  • Faculty blend academic rigor with personalized support, preparing students for college-level work while nurturing their individual learning styles.

  • Students develop self-advocacy and leadership through project-based learning, goal setting, and opportunities for peer collaboration and mentoring.

  • Teachers track academic growth through ongoing assessments, using data from classwork, essays, and projects to adjust instruction and meet student needs.

  • Families are partners in the learning journey, staying informed through bi-monthly progress reports. Teachers regularly check in with students to track goals, monitor progress, and provide individualized support to ensure academic success.

male student writing in a notebook in an outdoor chair on patio
three students working on classwork in the hallway
male and female student working with flashcards on a table in the science lab
male and female student working on a computer editing a video project
student at the pottery wheel working with clay with a teacher behind her helping
female student with shaving cream smeared on desk writing in cursive with finger in the shaving cream
3 male students working together on a math worksheet with highlighters
two students holding clipboards working in the hallway

Beyond the Classroom: Preparing for Life After High School

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female student in black top leaning through a window and smiling
group of male students working at the pong
two female students boxing up materials at a food bank
older male student reading a picture book to a younger male student
Two male students fighting in the air for a disc during an ultimate frisbee game.

  • Leadership opportunities include athletics, student government, and clubs.

  • Service-learning and community engagement experiences connect classroom skills with real-world applications.

  • College counseling guides students through applications, essays, and campus visits.

High School News

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