Anderson Creek Academy

I, alongside many others, have serious concerns about the lack of safety and support for military families at Anderson Creek Academy, despite its Purple Heart "accreditation". The school has failed to implement essential support systems such as dedicated counseling, peer support programs, and resources for military parents. Furthermore, the school has experienced numerous lockdowns due to safety concerns, yet parents were never notified, leaving us in the dark about our children's safety.

The situation is compounded by the high turnover rate among staff, which the drastically under-qualified "Head of School" inaccurately attributes to “military moves.” Conversations with former staff reveal that their departures were due to mistreatment rather than relocations, and many newly hired staff have also left under similar circumstances. This school should urgently strengthen support programs, stabilize staffing, and improve communication regarding safety protocols. Military families deserve better, and immediate action is needed to align with the commitments of the Purple Heart accreditation.

Staff turnover very very high. New HOS and admin staff shes hired has ruined the school. Not a safe or good place to work OR put your children.

Where do I begin? As a teacher, I've encountered an endless list of grievances that have pushed me to the brink of burnout at ACA. Here are just a few:

Unrealistic Expectations: Expected to perform miracles on a shoestring budget and limited resources.

Overwhelming Workload: Grading papers until the wee hours? That's just the tip of the iceberg. Lesson planning, meetings, and administrative tasks devour any semblance of free time.

Lack of Support: When it comes to student behavior issues or classroom management, it's often sink or swim. Support from administration? Rarely seen.

Constant Pressure: From standardized testing to parental expectations, the pressure cooker is always on high.

Low Pay: Working overtime with no compensation and still barely making ends meet? Thanks, but no thanks.

In conclusion, unless you enjoy stress, sleep deprivation, and being undervalued, steer clear of this school.

I am writing to express my profound disappointment regarding the enrollment process and subsequent experiences my family has had with Anderson Creek Academy.

When my wife and I decided to move into the Anderson Creek community, one of the primary factors influencing our decision was the assurance from our realtor that enrolling our child in your school would be seamless. However, this assurance proved to be far from the reality we encountered.

It took us over two years of persistent effort and advocacy to secure a place for our child in this school. Despite being assured of a fair process, we were met with bureaucratic hurdles and a seemingly arbitrary lottery system that left us feeling powerless and frustrated. Worse still, we discovered that the purported fairness of this system was merely a facade, with the principal seemingly hand-picking students at her own discretion.

Once our child finally gained admission, our concerns only grew. The reports we heard about the new principal's dismissive attitude towards parent concerns were unfortunately proven true in our interactions. Instances of bullying were brushed aside, and even simple requests regarding dress code were met with unnecessary rigidity. The insistence on specific uniform colors, including one to celebrate the principal on "principles Day," felt excessive and arbitrary.

As parents, we value education and community, but our experience with this school has left us disillusioned and disheartened. We implore the school to reassess enrollment process and administrative practices to ensure fairness, transparency, and a genuine commitment to the well-being of all students and families.

Horrible school. Definitely questionable use of public funding as well. The principal has less than 5 years of overall teaching experience, and all teachers are brand new and hired based on their personal relationships with the principal. Teacher turnover is extremely high and children suffer academically due to this.

This school disappoints and fails to meet even the most basic standards. The campus itself is desolate and lacks essential facilities such as a cafeteria, sports, and music program, depriving students of a well-rounded education. However, it is the principal who truly taints the school's reputation. She exudes an off-putting demeanor, treating others with condescension and a sense of superiority. Her youth and inexperience clearly hinder her ability to lead effectively. Her self-centered nature is apparent in her relentless pursuit of the spotlight at every event, overshadowing the students' achievements. Additionally, the principal exhibits favoritism towards her friends on staff, granting them preferential treatment while expecting the same for her own child. This unfairness undermines the educational environment and harms the other children. ACA falls far short of providing a nurturing and equitable learning environment, leaving much to be desired.

Went against my better judgement after reading the numerous online reviews and tried out this school… I should have listened to ya'll online! Don't make my mistake…do NOT send your child here! My son is now at public and doing MUCH better. ACA is unorganized… poorly managed… and constantly playing favorites with treatment of students, families, and faculty.

I honestly can't say anything good about this school except for the fact that we have had ONE good teacher since our child started attending. Compared to our experience with Harnett County public schools, this school as been awful. Communication is a serious problem and it really seems like the school administration either doesn't know what they are doing or simply does not care. I do not believe this school has our children's best interests at heart and would highly advise parents to enroll their children in one of the county schools. The county schools provide a much higher quality of education, communication and engagement.