Red River Academy uses a progressive, competency based curriculum which allows student to excel while ensuring the knowledge base necessary for student to develop and continue their education. Teachers work with students to help education become meaningful and integral to your students life. Meanwhile, school support staff assist with the character development program and coaches your child about school standards, responsibilities, and positive citizenship.
Students will have opportunities outside of the classroom and school to get involved with service projects which help make the community an even better place to live. The school's campus provides a safe, warm, and distraction-free environment for students with ample outdoor spaces for students to exercise and play games, while interior spaces such as the library give student a variety of positive activities.
Educational Opportunity
John B. Jarred is currently the principal at Red River Academy. John is certified as a school principal by the Louisiana State Department of Education. He is a graduate of Louisiana State University and received both a Bachelor of Science Degree and Master of Arts Degree from LSU. He also has earned a Master plus 30 semester hours certification. Prior to joining the faculty at Red River Academy John served as a school principal at two schools in the Rapides Parish School District here in central Louisiana.
Curriculum
Courses available at Red River
English
English I
English II
English III
English IV
Mathematics
Algebra I
Algebra II
Geometry
Pre-Calculus
Science
Physical Science
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Social Studies
Western Civilization
American History
Civics/Free Enterprise
Health/Physical Ed.
Health
Physical Education
Foreign Language
French I
French II
Spanish I
Spanish II
Electives
American Literature
British Literature
Bible I, II, III
College Planner
Fine Arts Survey
Journalism
State Government
Theater I