At Anniston Academy, we believe learning should be hands-on, meaningful, and connected to the real world. This month, our students had the incredible opportunity to learn from a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) during our Community Helper Day — and it was an experience they won’t soon forget. Meet Our Community Helpers: Mr. Jacob & Mrs. Sarah Mr. Jacob, a CRNA, visited our school to teach students about anesthesia, airway safety, and the important role anesthesia

Dyslexia is one of the most common learning differences, affecting approximately 15–20% of students nationwide. Families searching for dyslexia support in Tennessee  often discover that not all reading instruction is designed for how dyslexic brains process language. At Anniston Academy , we provide structured, research-informed reading intervention using Orton-Gillingham principles and targeted daily instruction within our therapeutic microschool model. Dyslexia is not a ref

The Meaning of Hyperlexia Hyperlexia  (pronounced hy-per-LEK-see-uh ) is a developmental profile characterized by an intense fascination with letters and numbers and an early ability to read — often far beyond age expectations . The word comes from: hyper  = above or beyond lexia  = language or reading Children with hyperlexia may: Teach themselves to read at 2, 3, or 4 years old Decode words far above grade level Memorize entire books Recognize logos instantly Be deeply draw

Understanding the Word “Neurodivergent” The term neurodivergent  describes people whose brains develop, process, or experience the world differently from what is considered “neurotypical.” Neurodivergence is not a deficit. It is a difference in brain wiring. A neurodivergent individual may have a diagnosis such as: Autism ADHD Dyslexia Dysgraphia Dyscalculia Tourette’s Sensory Processing Differences Giftedness Some individuals have formal diagnoses. Others simply experience t