Philips Academy

Philips Academy Philips Academy is all about "Real Learning For Real Life". The curriculum is focused on academics, job training, and social/ life skills.

Our program is designed for middle and high school students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This purposeful education prepares our students for all of the benefits and responsibilities of adulthood. Bridges, our post-secondary program, supports young adults to achieve independence, like finding a job, riding the bus, and cooking a meal. Students explore volunteering, paid employm

ent, independent living and more to find their path to success. Philips Academy is a nonprofit independent school.

Last week, we had an amazing time at our all-school Track & Field Day led by Coach Doug from KennedyStrong Foundation! S...
04/24/2026

Last week, we had an amazing time at our all-school Track & Field Day led by Coach Doug from KennedyStrong Foundation!

Students competed in events like the 25m and 50m walks, the 50m and 100m runs, the long jump, the frisbee toss, and more! They had a blast cheering each other on as each participant crossed the finish line. All of our athletes gave their all and received a medal for their efforts!

Thank you to everyone who came out to support our students, and a huge thank you to our community partners, KennedyStrong and Cresa, for volunteering their time to make this day so memorable!

Ms. Monzo’s class had a first-hand experience of what it’s like to be a theater usher by volunteering at the Children’s ...
04/17/2026

Ms. Monzo’s class had a first-hand experience of what it’s like to be a theater usher by volunteering at the Children’s Theatre of Charlotte. The students assisted during the opening day of the musical Frozen.

They began with a tour of the theater's back room, where employees prepare for performances. Then the students got to work welcoming school groups as they arrived for the show, providing a great opportunity for them to engage with enthusiastic audience members. Afterward, they had a chance to sit down to enjoy the performance!

After the show, the students returned to work to ensure the theater was tidy for the next audience. They put all the seats back upright and collected any leftover trash. What a fantastic experience for our students, who played a vital role in creating a magical theater experience for others!

After studying the nervous system in anatomy, students brought their learning to life by creating life-sized outlines of...
03/26/2026

After studying the nervous system in anatomy, students brought their learning to life by creating life-sized outlines of the body, showcasing how the nervous system works. The students diligently worked together to make sure that their detailed outlines demonstrate how everything connects!

Ms. Foster and Ms. Stitt’s classes recently toured a local Amazon facility for a behind-the-scenes look at how orders ar...
03/17/2026

Ms. Foster and Ms. Stitt’s classes recently toured a local Amazon facility for a behind-the-scenes look at how orders are processed and fulfilled. During the guided tour, students wore headsets and had opportunities to ask questions along the way. They were excited to see the robots in action as they moved shelves to help fulfill orders. It was a great opportunity to explore potential job opportunities and observe how technology is integrated into the process!

Enrollment is now open for our Davidson satellite campus! If you know any families who may be interested, please encoura...
03/03/2026

Enrollment is now open for our Davidson satellite campus! If you know any families who may be interested, please encourage them to come learn more about our Real Learning For Real Life education. The Davidson campus will serve students ages 13-16, and classes begin in Fall 2026. Visit philipsacademync.org/admissions to learn more.

In HomeEc, students are discovering dishes from other cultures. Recently, they learned about tabbouleh, a traditional Le...
02/27/2026

In HomeEc, students are discovering dishes from other cultures. Recently, they learned about tabbouleh, a traditional Levantine salad with parsley, herbs, bulgur wheat, and tomatoes, from Ms. Caroline. They discussed the dish's origins in Lebanon and Syria, before everyone dove in to chop, assemble, and taste the salad!

Recently, Bridges visited Walmart for a Lunch & Learn event hosted by The Changing Lives Together Foundation. During the...
02/20/2026

Recently, Bridges visited Walmart for a Lunch & Learn event hosted by The Changing Lives Together Foundation. During the visit, students toured Walmart and learned about the store's departments and the roles and responsibilities of the store team.

They received a behind-the-scenes look at where inventory is restocked, where shipments arrive, and how staff prepare online orders. A highlight of the tour was the bakery, where students even had the opportunity to practice icing cupcakes.

After the tour, students enjoyed lunch in the break room and participated in a question-and-answer session with the staff. They asked great questions about the hiring process and the work environment.

Thank you to Walmart and the CLT Foundation for welcoming our students and providing them with an opportunity to explore potential employment options.

A few homerooms are currently participating in a four-week financial management series led by representatives from US Ba...
02/18/2026

A few homerooms are currently participating in a four-week financial management series led by representatives from US Bank. Throughout the series, students will learn money-management skills, including using bank accounts, budgeting, and more.

In the first session, students learned about different types of bank accounts and services, including checking and savings accounts, credit cards, deposits, and withdrawals. They also discussed online banking safety and received an overview of the various security measures used to protect personal information.

The upcoming sessions will focus on budgeting, including how to use the financial tools banks offer to support smart spending and saving. Students will have the opportunity to practice the skills learned in these sessions through an interactive bank account simulation. They will continue to develop these skills throughout the year as they work toward creating and managing their own weekly budgets.

Thank you to US Bank for helping to empower our students with essential financial literacy skills!

During this month’s But First, Coffee event, we hosted an Alumni Parent Panel on navigating the transition to adulthood....
01/21/2026

During this month’s But First, Coffee event, we hosted an Alumni Parent Panel on navigating the transition to adulthood. The panelists reflected on their families’ journeys after high school, evolving definitions of success, and described what a “good life” looks like for their young adults today.

A key takeaway was the shared sense of how overwhelming the transition process can feel for most parents. However, once they learned to break the process into smaller, manageable steps, it became less daunting.

The parents also spoke about the importance of allowing their young adults to take risks, learn, and grow. It was inspiring to hear how their adult children are thriving 5–20 years after graduation. We are so appreciative of our alum parents for sharing their time and insight!

This panel is one of many ways we are providing support to families navigating the transition process. We also are also excited to launch Transition Talks, a monthly virtual learning series. This month, Amanda Jones, Program Director at Cakeable, will lead a session on employment and vocational training at noon tomorrow. We hope you can join us! Check your email for details.

Come visit and learn! Join us at our upcoming parent workshop and open house event on Thursday, Jan. 15. We invite our e...
01/13/2026

Come visit and learn! Join us at our upcoming parent workshop and open house event on Thursday, Jan. 15. We invite our entire community to the free workshop North Carolina Grant Opportunities with Parents for Educational Freedom (PEFNC) at 9 a.m.

Following the workshop, drop in for our Admissions Open House for the Middle/High School and Bridges from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Explore the campus, meet our teachers, and chat with current parents about their experiences.

Stop by to learn more about our school and community. We hope to see you there!
Come visit and learn! Join us at our upcoming parent workshop and open house event on Thursday, Jan. 15. We invite our entire community to the free workshop North Carolina Grant Opportunities with Parents for Educational Freedom (PEFNC), at 9 A.M.

Let the games begin! Alumni, former students, and Bridges students are invited back to campus for an evening of fun & ga...
01/07/2026

Let the games begin! Alumni, former students, and Bridges students are invited back to campus for an evening of fun & games. We’re having Game Night on Thursday, January 22, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in The Annex. We'll have board games, card games, and get-to-know-you games. Food and drinks will be available.

Parents, you are welcome to come hang out, too! We’re hosting a special gathering for you in the Parlor to connect and catch up with each other during Game Night.

Can't wait to see you there! RSVP at bit.ly/PAAlumGameNight.

We loved welcoming everyone to campus last week for our annual Holiday Open House. It was such a wonderful showcase of o...
12/23/2025

We loved welcoming everyone to campus last week for our annual Holiday Open House. It was such a wonderful showcase of our school and celebration of our community. A special thank you to our parent planning committee and volunteers for putting together such an incredible event!

Now, we could all use a break! Please note that campus is closed for winter break. Wishing our students, families, staff, and supporters a wonderful holiday season and a very happy New Year!

We’ll see you in January, Silver Wolves!

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3115 Providence Road
Charlotte, NC
28211

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+17043654533

Website

http://philipsacademync.org/

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