Merrimack Academy

Merrimack Academy Overview

Merrimack Academy is a collaborative alternative school that provides a substantially separate educational environment for middle and high school students. Designed for those who have faced significant behavioral or psychological challenges in traditional public schools or other placements, the program focuses on engaging students who may have disengaged from their education.

The academy offers individualized and personalized instruction within a supportive educational framework, catering to students who struggle socially and emotionally in typical educational settings.

Merrimack Academy’s academic curriculum aligns with the standards set by the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and Common Core, utilizing Glencoe McGraw Hill as a foundational resource for content instruction. Vocational training is integrated into the daily schedule, with opportunities for outside work that prepare students for future careers.

The program’s staffing includes certified special education teachers, social workers, art therapists, instructional assistants, school psychologists, assistive technology specialists, vocational teachers, and job coaches.