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KAPS Academy of Escambia County

Achieve Academy of Escambia County helps students get back on track. Our transitional program serves middle and high school students who’ve faced behavior challenges in a traditional school environment. With a structured, supportive environment focused on academics, behavior, and personal growth, your student can build the skills and confidence needed to return to their home school and thrive.

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School Info

Address

3000 Owen Bell Lane
Pensacola, FL 32507

Hours
Mon – Fri 9:15 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.

Grades
K-12

Phone
1-850-497-6692

District
Escambia School District

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Achieve Academy helps students reset and refocus. We support middle and high school students referred by Escambia County Public Schools due to behavioral challenges. Our structured environment is designed to meet each student where they are, providing consistent support and clear expectations.

Focused on academic growth, pro-social behavior, and emotional wellness our transitional program helps students succeed in school—and in life. We work closely with students and families to set clear goals for attendance, conduct, and coursework.

With the right strategies and supports, students can return to their home schools ready to engage and achieve. Our support continues after their transition back to their home school with consistent check-ins to ensure long-term success.

Whether your student needs short-term support or a fresh start, Achieve Academy provides the tools, structure, and encouragement to help them take the next step forward with confidence.

Related services offered at this school include student government, transition and life skills program, and transportation services tailored to student needs.

Discover What Sets KAPS Academy of Escambia County Apart

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Our Learning Pathways

  • Early Behavioral: Elementary Therapeutic and Behavior Support

    Early Behavioral: Elementary Therapeutic and Behavior Support

    Students We Serve

    • Young learners with frequent emotional dysregulation or impulsive behaviors

    • Students struggling with peer and adult interactions in early learning settings

    • Children requiring intensive behavioral support in a therapeutic environment

    • Learners who benefit from consistent routines, social-emotional development, and a high staff-to-student ratio

    Alternative Education Student Profiles
  • Transitional: Re-engagement and Rebuilding

    Transitional: Re-engagement and Rebuilding

    Students We Serve

    • Students removed from traditional settings due to behavioral or disciplinary challenges

    • Learners behind in coursework or credits who need targeted academic support

    • Students who show leadership potential but struggle with self-management and school engagement

    • Those preparing to return to a less restrictive setting with improved academic and behavioral readiness

    Alternative Education Student Profiles
  • Academic and Behavioral Support

    Academic and Behavioral Support

    We cultivate learning environments where instruction aligns with industry standards and district-specific curriculum requirements and ongoing support encourages prosocial behavior inside and outside the classroom.

  • Graduation and Postsecondary Readiness

    Graduation and Postsecondary Readiness

    No matter where a student’s unique learning journey leads, SESI helps prepare them for the next step—whether that’s graduation, vocational school, or job training.

  • Credit Recovery and Grade Advancement

    Credit Recovery and Grade Advancement

    We offer dedicated programs to help students earn credits at an accelerated pace—almost twice as fast as in traditional classrooms. This proven approach helps close grade-level gaps and keep students on track for graduation.

Meet Our Team

With deep experience and dedication to helping all students discover their full potential, our leaders provide an unwavering commitment to supporting our teachers, therapists, and other staff while fostering relationships with families and district partners.

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  • Christopher began at Achieve Academy as a behavior specialist in 2012, and was promoted to the director of operations in 2016. He was again promoted four years later to the role of executive director where he continues to serve today. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from Florida A&M University and later earned a master’s degree in criminal justice from Florida A&M University.

    Christopher’s passion is to support students along their journey to get back on track by ensuring their alternative setting experience aligns as closely as possible to that of a traditional setting. Students deserve every opportunity to learn and grow regardless of their past choices. With the use of restorative practices, normative culture, and therapeutic interventions, Christopher seeks to prepare each student to contribute to their families, communities, and society.

What People Are Saying

Across our schools and programs, we’re proud to partner with families, educators, and district leaders to support student success. Hear firsthand how our collaborative approach, experienced staff, and commitment to individualized education are making a lasting impact in classrooms and communities.

  • Teachers there genuinely care about the students more than a paycheck

    Heather Hartman
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Events & Stories

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    December 27, 2022
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    February 21, 2025
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    A Veteran in the Classroom
    Between our 90 standalone day schools and 90-plus In-District Classroom partnerships across 17 states, SESI serves nearly 8,000 special education students every year—many of whom have been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
    November 17, 2023

Resources

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FAQ’s

  • SESI schools serve students with a wide range of special education needs, including emotional, behavioral, developmental, and learning challenges. We support students who need a more structured, individualized educational environment to succeed. Our schools are designed to help K–12 students with IEPs (Individualized Education Programs) reach their academic, social, and emotional goals through personalized instruction, positive behavior supports, and a safe, supportive setting.

  • Parents can expect a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment where their child’s individual needs are understood and addressed. SESI schools partner closely with families and school districts to provide customized academic instruction, behavior support, and related services. Regular communication, goal setting, and progress monitoring ensure that families stay informed and engaged in their child’s success.

  • The next step is to contact us to schedule a tour of our school. This will give you the opportunity to meet our team, explore our facilities, and learn more about how we can support your child.

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