Building a 5th-12th grade community of lifelong learners and leaders!
Providing Environmental Science & Natural Resource Classes for Home School Families
About Us
Class Information & Curriculum Focus
Affiliation with National Student Organization
Class Information & Curriculum Focus
Environmental science and natural resources are the main focus of our classes. We meet on Wednesdays from 9am-1pm.
Leadership/Career Development
Affiliation with National Student Organization
Class Information & Curriculum Focus
Students have the opportunity to apply classroom learning through participation in various career and leadership development events on local, county, regional, state, and national levels.
Affiliation with National Student Organization
Affiliation with National Student Organization
Affiliation with National Student Organization
We offer homeschoolers the opportunity to be a part of the National FFA Organization. We have chapter meetings the 1st Wednesday of the month from 1:30-3:00pm.
Why Choose High Rock Academy?
Academically Challenging Classes
In addition to developing strong study and organizational skills, students develop critical thinking , cooperative problem solving, and decision making skills related to the protection management and wise use of our natural resources.
Stewardship Focused
Topics of study are geared towards students who have a genuine desire and passion to learn more about the natural environment and how they can be stewards of the the resources we have been given.
Study and Problem Solving Skills are a Priority
In addition to strong organizational and study skills, students develop critical thinking, cooperative problem solving, and decision making skills related to the protection, management, and wise use of our natural resources.
FFA Membership and Leadership Development
Students in 6th -12th grade are given the opportunity to develop valuable leadership and career development skills though participation in competitions, conferences, and other activities offered by the FFA. Students gain self confidence and learn the value of team work. Some of the ways student have done this is through competitions such as public speaking, parliamentary procedure, job interview, land judging, forestry judging, and the environmental and natural resources competition, Students also are encouraged to participate in community service events such as manning interpretive displays at fairs, helping with events at a local nursing home, and using their talents and abilities to raise funds for a scholarship in memory of a former student.
Student Bonding and Accountability
Through regular classroom interaction as well as participation in FFA and other class sponsored extracurricular activities, students form close friendships that are invaluable. High Rock becomes a second family for many students. It is safe place for them to grow and share life experiences in a supportive environment. Because of the closeness shared, students hold each other accountable. They encourage each other to make wise choices and give their best.
Build a College Resume & Earn Scholarships
Through participation in FFA Events, the Envirothon, community service, and other extracurricular opportunities we provide, students can develop a strong resume and show their ability to be successful in academic and extracurricular events that include students from public, private, charter, and home schools. This is often an area where many traditional home school students fall short because of limited opportunities. In addition to helping students build their resume, we seek and offer direct opportunities for our students to earn scholarships. Students have successfully earned scholarships ranging from $500 to $2000, with some students earning multiple scholarships. Active participation in events has also indirectly impacted scholarships earned by many students by strengthening their resumes. We have alumni that have received prestigious scholarships such as the NCSU Park Scholarship, the General Hugh Shelton National Leadership Scholarship, the Elk MVS Scholarship, and the Careers in Conservation Scholarship.
Glimpse of class activities
Growth and Service
Davidson County Fair Educational Barn
Students develop interactive booths that share information with fair goers about natural resources and agriculture!
FFA Leadership and Career Development Events
Forestry
Environmental and Natural Resources
Environmental and Natural Resources
Environmental and Natural Resources
Environmental and Natural Resources
Environmental and Natural Resources
Land Judging
Environmental and Natural Resources
Parliamentary Procedure
Parliamentary Procedure
Parliamentary Procedure
Parliamentary Procedure
Dairy Evaluation
Parliamentary Procedure
Public Speaking Events
Public Speaking Events
Parliamentary Procedure
Public Speaking Events
Includes: Creed, Prepared, Extemporaneous, and Job Interview
Wildlife Camp
Remembering One of our own
ALICIA GREER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Alicia was a part of our program for eight years. She lived life to the fullest and was always willing to lend a helping hand. Students use their time and talents to fund a college scholarship for a female student in Nicaragua.
Levi purchased and resold angel ornaments.
Harper made and sold chocolate pretzel sticks.
Cadence earned money for the scholarship by babysitting.
David donated a month of his earnings from teaching piano & gymnastics.
Sydney made and sold custom drawings & face masks.
Amber donated money she made from making Quizlet sets.
Josiah donated money he earned from mowing lawns for a month.
Marianne made and sold inspiring coaster sets.
if you would like to support our scholarship Fund. Check out our scholarship facebook page or Send us a message below.
Some of the Faces of High Rock
Lisa Loflin
Resource Professional Partners
Jones Loflin
Lisa Loflin is the primary classroom teacher. She graduated from North Carolina State University with a Masters in Education Degree. Lisa taught in the public school system for 7 years before becoming a full time home school mom. She begin teaching homeschoolers in 2008 and has grown High Rock Academy into a solid academic program for h
Lisa Loflin is the primary classroom teacher. She graduated from North Carolina State University with a Masters in Education Degree. Lisa taught in the public school system for 7 years before becoming a full time home school mom. She begin teaching homeschoolers in 2008 and has grown High Rock Academy into a solid academic program for home school families that want to see their children excel. She has received recognition for her work with students by being inducted into the NC Envirothon Hall of Fame and being awarded the NC FFA Honorary State Degree.
Jones Loflin
Resource Professional Partners
Jones Loflin
Jones Loflin provides professional leadership development training as a part of our FFA meetings. He is self-employed as a professional speaker, coach, and author. Over the past 28 years he has worked with youth organizations, non-profits, churches, and corporate groups to help them gain confidence and develop leadership skills to ach
Jones Loflin provides professional leadership development training as a part of our FFA meetings. He is self-employed as a professional speaker, coach, and author. Over the past 28 years he has worked with youth organizations, non-profits, churches, and corporate groups to help them gain confidence and develop leadership skills to achieve greater success in work and life. You can learn more about Jones by visiting his website, www.JonesLoflin.com.
Resource Professional Partners
Resource Professional Partners
Resource Professional Partners
One of the success of High Rock is the close partnership shared with numerous natural resource professionals. Some of our guest speakers and educators include representatives from The Soil and Water Conservation District, NC Forestry Service, NC Wildlife Commission, and the Natural Resources Conservation Service.