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d Flaming Sword Academy and Daycare is open to students in kindergarten through 12th grade. " We are dedicated to educating students with mild-to-moderate neurological learning challenges, including autism," the school states on its website. 3230 Legion Road, Hope Mills. Call 910 -764-3500. www.fiaprepschools.com d Greater Fayetteville Adventist Academy provides education for those enrolled in pre- kindergarten through grade 12. 2601 Lone Pine Drive. Call 910 -484-6091. d Liberty Christian Academy serves youth in kindergarten through 12th grade. 6548 Rockfish Road. Call 910 -424-1205. www.gfaaeagles.org d New Life Child Development Center is for children attending preschool-kindergarten through 12th grade. 1420 Hoke Loop Road. Call 910 -868-9640. newlifebiblechurch.org. d Northview Baptist Academy is a kindergarten-through-12th-grade school and ministry of Northview Baptist Church. " We are 'old-fashioned' and start our day with prayer, pledges (to the American and Christian flag) and the Bible," the school states online. 7455 Ramsey St. Call 910 -488-9788. www.northviewbaptistchurch.org d Northwood Temple Academy operates as a K4 through 12th-grade school "committed to offering a challenging, Christ-centered education to its students, while keeping in mind each student's individual needs." 4200 Ramsey St. Call 910 -822-7711. www.ntaeagles.com d Renaissance Classical Christian Academy offers grades kindergarten through eighth. 6427 Cliffdale Road. Call 910 -221- 0400. www.rccaonline.com d St. Ann Catholic School offers classes for grades kindergarten through eighth. 365 N. Cool Spring St. Call 483-3902. www.stanncatholicschool.net d St. Patrick Catholic School has classes for students in kindergarten through eighth grade. 1620 Marlborough Road. Call 910 -323-1865. www.stpatschoolnc.org d Trinity Christian School has students in kindergarten through grade 12 at this independent, nonprofit school that also has developed a strong reputation for its student- athletes and athletic programs. "This (K through 12) school component is a vital part of our vision to uplift parents and children in our community," the school states. 3727 Rosehill Road. Call 910 -488-6779. www.trinityschoolnc.com d Village Christian Academy, a non- denominational Christian school, serves students in kindergarten through ninth grade. 908 S. McPherson Church Road. Call 910 -483-5500. www.vcanc.com CHARTER SCHOOLS d Alpha Academy, established in 2000, is a tuition-free public school serving students in preschool through 11th grade. The school, which started in a gym, now has a 40,000 -square-foot campus in West Fayetteville. 8030 Raeford Road. Call 910 -223-7711. www.alphaacademy.education d Capitol Encore Academy is a nonprofit, independent school, is a free, public charter school offering integrated arts and core academic learning. The school is governed by a local board of directors and operates within the N.C. Department of Public Instruction, working with The Romine Management Group. The school, located in downtown Fayetteville, offers kindergarten through eighth grade. 126 Hay Street. Call 910 -849- 0888. www.capitolencoreacademy.org COLLEGES d Carolina College of Biblical Studies operates as a nondenominational Bible college based in Fayetteville. This is a post-secondary institution offering associate and bachelor's degree programs in Biblical Studies. Several non-degree certificates also are available. 817 S. McPherson Road. Call 910 -323-5614. d Fayetteville State University, located off Murchison Road, is a historically black public regional institution and part of the University of North Carolina System and the Thurgood Marshall College Fund. "Fayetteville State University is a vital asset in this city, county and region in terms of our economic impact and community partnerships," new FSU Chancellor Darrell Allison said. Fayetteville State was founded in 1867 as the Howard School for the purpose of educating black youth. "As the second-oldest public institution in this state," Allison said, "we have been and will continue to be this city's higher education partner and provide our citizens the best academic offerings that help prepare them into successful careers." Current enrollment is reported to be more than 6,700 students. According to the FSU website, the university awards degrees at the baccalaureate and master's levels and the doctorate in educational leadership. The college offers programs in teacher education, the arts and sciences, health professions, business and economics, and unique and emerging fields. 1200 Murchison Road. Call 910 -672-1111 or visit online at www.uncfsu.edu. MAYBE YOU DIDN'T KNOW... Amy Sparks, left, was a teacher for 30 years in Cumberland County schools before she was inspired to start The School of Hope in memory of her son, Jarred Bryan Sparks, who died at age 19 on June 10, 2011. The school, located at 111 Burns St., serves children, who like Jarred, have a diagnosis of autism. The school's stated mission "is to create a warm, open environment where students feel safe enough to ask questions, explore and seek answers." – Kim Hasty 52 DestinationFAY 2021-2022

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