The Academy @ Shawnee facts for kids
Quick facts for kids The Academy @ Shawnee |
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Entrance outside the main office
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4001 Herman St.
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| Coordinates | 38°15′39″N 85°48′54″W / 38.26090°N 85.81500°W |
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| Type | Public |
| Established | 1927 |
| School district | Jefferson County Public Schools |
| Principal | Kimberly Rice |
| Faculty | 51 (FTE) |
| Grades | PK, 6–12 |
| Enrollment | 578 (2018–19) |
| Student to teacher ratio | 11.33 |
| Color(s) | Navy and Gold |
| Nickname | Golden Eagles |
| Information | Magnet Program School |
The Academy @ Shawnee is a special school in Louisville, Kentucky. It includes both a middle school and a high school. Students from grades 6 through 12 attend this school. It is part of the Jefferson County Public School District.
The Academy @ Shawnee is a "magnet" school. This means it offers unique programs that attract students from all over the district. It is also one of five schools in West Louisville that works closely with the University of Louisville. This partnership helps students get ready for college. The school also has a special place called the Challenger Learning Center. This center gives students hands-on science experiences.
The school started as a high school in 1927. A middle school was added in the fall of 2013. The school building is very old and has a cool Gothic-inspired design. It is so important that it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This list includes buildings that are historically significant. In the 2014-2015 school year, about 593 students went to The Academy @ Shawnee.
Famous People from Shawnee
Many talented people have graduated from The Academy @ Shawnee. Here are a few:
- Ed Hamilton - He is a world-famous sculptor. He creates amazing statues and artworks. He graduated in 1965.
- Rudy Macklin - He was a professional basketball player. He played for many teams. He graduated in 1976.
- Gerald Neal - He is a Kentucky State Senator. He helps make laws for the state. He graduated in 1963.
- Martha Rofheart - She was an American stage actress. She also wrote historical novels. She graduated in 1933.
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