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September 21, 2005

Discovery Students Score Higher Than Peers

Provo, UT – Students at Discovery Academy scored higher on the American College Test than their peers on both the state and national level.

Discovery Academy students earned a composite score of 22.6 compared to a national average of 20.9 as noted on the 2004 –2005 ACT results report sent to Discovery Academy.

The ACT is taken by students seeking college admission. Joel Gardner, Headmaster, says the results show Discovery Academy students are being well prepared for college. They scored an average of two points higher in Math, English, Science and Reading than other high school students across the nation.

Discovery Academy is an accredited clinical boarding school and recognized leader in the development of academic and treatment programs for youth. Located in Provo, Utah, the school combines academics, traditional and experiential therapies, and life skill training.

Discovery’s academic program is built on a competency based teaching system that instructs students according to their ability. Students are involved in a holistic approach that includes individual study where they master specific concepts at there own pace, classroom instruction that includes note taking, and experiential learning activities that include group involvement and discussion, all under the guidance of certified instructors.

Counselors work closely with students to help them determine academic strengths and interests and to prepare for post-high school opportunities.

“We’re very proud of our students and the academic success they’re experiencing at Discovery,” Gardner adds.