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Perry Career Academy was recognized as Georgia’s exclusive recipient of the National Alternative Education Association's (NAEA) 2024 Inaugural Exemplary Practices Cohort School of Distinction Award. This prestigious accolade, awarded to only 18 schools nationwide, underscores Perry Career Academy’s steadfast commitment to excellence in alternative education.
Under the exemplary leadership of Dr. Cynthia Freeman-Smalls, Assistant Principal, Perry Career Academy has distinguished itself as a leader in educational innovation within the state of Georgia. The NAEA Exemplary Practices Cohort Model School Program, a rigorous three-year initiative, celebrates schools that demonstrate outstanding implementation of best practices in alternative education. Perry Career Academy’s selection highlights its pivotal role as a beacon of educational excellence and innovation.
Dr. Mary Cullen Frazier, Executive Director of the NAEA, commended Perry Career Academy, stating, “Congratulations to Perry Career Academy for completing the NAEA’s Inaugural Exemplary Practices Cohort. Your dedication throughout this comprehensive process exemplifies your commitment to advancing educational excellence for your students, staff, and community stakeholders.”
In recognition of this achievement, Perry Career Academy will be presented with a distinguished banner at the NAEA 2024 Annual Conference. This honor serves as a testament to our ongoing dedication to providing exceptional educational opportunities for our students and further solidifies our reputation as a leader in alternative education.
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Perry Career Academy
137 Spring Street, Building 200, Jonesboro, GA 30236
770-5115-7601
