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

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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!

12/19/2025

In one of our favorite new traditions, Philips Academy presented our very own Thanksgiving parade! This year, students created floats inspired by classic holiday tunes like Frosty the Snowman and Jingle Bell Rock.

Ms. Poludniak’s and Ms. Mason’s VoTech classes managed the activity by assigning themes, purchasing and distributing supplies, planning parade logistics, and putting together a video with commentary. Each homeroom showcased its creativity with its floats and then put on a fantastic parade on the basketball court!

Click here to view the entire parade with student commentary: bit.ly/4qgIJlA.

12/18/2025

Last month, several of our students had the opportunity to tour Leluia Hall. During their behind-the-scenes visit, they met the managers, the executive chef, the head baker, and the owner, learning about the various jobs that make a restaurant run smoothly.

The students explored the coffee bar and kitchen area, asked thoughtful questions, and proudly shared some of our Flavor House coffee with the Leluia Hall team, along with details about our student-based enterprise program. They were also treated to delicious allergy-friendly baked goods from the head baker.

The students had a fantastic time touring this amazing space and learning about the restaurant industry. One student was so inspired by the trip that they even began searching for job opportunities with the restaurant group on the way home!

12/12/2025

Bridges has been preparing for the holiday season through a variety of festive activities that allow them to apply practical skills discussed in class to real-world scenarios.

Ms. Turner’s class began a social skills unit focused on empathy and perspective. To practice these concepts, students participated in an Angel Tree program, giving them the opportunity to give back while thoughtfully considering the needs and wishes of others as they shopped for the perfect gift. Students also took part in a canned food drive and wrote letters to individuals spending the holidays in the hospital.

To reinforce the entrepreneurial concepts discussed in class, Ms. Brooker’s crew visited Trader Joe’s to observe holiday marketing in action. After discussing seasonal marketing strategies, they explored the store to identify examples of displays featuring holiday-centered design and branding.

All the young adults continue to practice budgeting and financial management skills by planning a Secret Santa celebration. They will comparison shop for snacks, drinks, and gifts while staying within their budget.

12/07/2025

Positively PA! Just before Thanksgiving, Senior Ian and Marketing & Communications Director Ainsley Jennings stopped by Positively Charlotte on Queen City News to share what makes Philips Academy such a special place! You can watch the segment here: www.qcnews.com/video/give-back-monday-philips-academy/11292761.

12/05/2025

This semester, students have been studying Australia, exploring its history, culture, and geography. As part of the lesson, Ms. Viola’s class completed two hands-on projects.

After learning about Aboriginal culture and art, students created their own Aboriginal dot paintings, practicing artistic expression and storytelling through art.

In a second project, students selected an Australian landform or landmark they learned about and transformed it into a 3D model. Some notable landmarks included the Great Barrier Reef, the Outback, and the Sydney Opera House. Students molded their structures using salt dough, painted them, and added intricate details to bring their models to life.

These two projects provided a fun and creative way for students to showcase what they have learned about this unique continent.

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3115 Providence Road
Charlotte, NC
28211

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

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+17043654533

Website

https://linktr.ee/philipsacademync, http://philipsacademync.org/

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Philips Academy is a community of learning unlike any other in Charlotte! Designed specifically for students requiring a life-centered approach to education, our program offers a unique combination of remediation, practical instruction and community-based application. Following North Carolina Course of Study guidelines, Philips Academy has crafted a distinctive curriculum matching the individual needs of our students. Serving Middle, High School grades and into adulthood, we offer a long-term educational solution for students—not just a temporary accommodation.

Philips Academy is a private non-profit school for students in middle and high school with complex language, learning and/or cognitive disabilities. Philips Academy believes that these students thrive when given a purposeful education that prepares them for all of the benefits and responsibilities of adulthood. Our mission is to provide our students with the academic, occupational and social skills needed to be self-reliant, confident and contributing members of their communities. To fulfill our mission, Philips Academy is dedicated to hiring experienced and qualified teachers, developing strong community networks, and instilling confidence and competence through daily experiences.