The Blanco River Academy Difference
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Low teacher-student ratio
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Differentiated small group and individual instruction and learning
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Hands-on TEKs-informed core curriculum with STE(A)M emphasis
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Environmental Stewardship focus
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Outdoor learning with access to Blue Hole Park
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Specials classes in Spanish, Computer Technology, Environmental Studies, Fitness Education, Music, Drama, Visual Art, Life Skilz
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Phone free environment
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Limited screen time
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No "teaching to the test!"
Core Curriculum
SCIENCE
Upper Elementary: Science
MS: Physics/Chemistry (yr1),
Life and Earth (yr2)
SOCIAL STUDIES
Upper Elementary: Civics, Government + World Geography
MS: World Cultures + Civilizations, U.S. History
MATH
Upper Elementary: Math
MS: Pre-Algebra, Algebra
ENGLISH/LANGUAGE ARTS
Upper Elementary,
MS (yr1), (yr2)
Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) are used as a minimum standard
Weekly Schedule
Our goal is to provide our students with a well-rounded, challenging curriculum. In addition to core subjects, we offer Spanish, Computer Technology, Environmental Studies, Fitness Education (including Strength & Conditioning), Music, Drama, Visual Art, and Life Skilz as well as additional extracurricular classes.
After-school options typically include Cross Country/Walking Club, Tinker Club, Garden Club, D&D (Role-playing), and Tennis.
Click here for a sample Upper Elementary schedule.
Click here fora sample Middle School schedule.
Click here for a sample High School schedule
Educational Field Trips + Travel
We believe that students benefit immensely from educational field trips and travel. Whether it's learning about Marine Science at UT Marine Science Institute, aeronautics at NASA Mission Control, or experiencing the natural world in beautiful Big Bend National Park, these trips provide our students with unique educational opportunities and enrich their lives forever.
We also enjoy exploring local opportunities in the Central Texas area such as the Bob Bullock Museum, Blanton Museum, Johnson City Science Mill, Canyon Lake Gorge, Kincherff Guitar Making Studio, Wimberley Valley Watershed, Jacob's Well, Pedernales Falls, San Antonio Missions, and more. We love to explore!