Upper School

The Upper School at Augusta Prep encourages individuality of thought, actions of integrity and responsibility, and attitudes of maturity as the students prepare for college. A distinguished and dedicated faculty offers a curriculum that is both traditional and challenging with college preparation as the primary focus. Courses are presented at college prep and honors levels, as well as offerings of the Advanced Placement of the College Board, to challenge all students to reach their full potential. In addition to a rigorous curriculum, the Upper School offers an array of elective, extracurricular, and co-curricular opportunities. Individual responsibility and personal integrity are integrated into all Upper School programs, both inside and outside of the classroom. Students and Alumni agree that the Upper School at Augusta Prep is a unique and rewarding experience.

View our Photo and Video Gallery.

Confessions

of a Self-Proclaimed

Dinosaur!

I have been involved in education for a long time, both as a student and as a teacher. I've seen many changes and trends come and go; goals have changed, and so has the role of teacher. Today's educational establishment is highly politicized with goals far beyond the teaching of ideas and skills to enable a person to succeed in society. Education today, teaching today, is often an instrument of social engineering. The focus has changed from teaching how to think to teaching what to think.

(NOTE: Veteran English teacher Wayne Buckley first presented this article to the Augusta Prep faculty several years ago, having been asked to share his wisdom on the art of teaching.)

Read the entire article.