Janet Quam Gateway Academy Grades K-12 360-856-0491 Phone (M-F 8AM-6PM) jquam@academynorthwest.net eMail

Business and/or personal Mission Statement

To aid students in moving towards success in school and in life through spiritual maturity and academic excellence. To support the student's commitment for a life that honors Christ as Lord and Savior through service to God and others. To help each student clarify their Christian worldview so they can give an answer for what they believe and why they believe it.

Format of learning center

Small group classes meet weekly for a total of 3 times per month. Classes vary depending on the year, but usually include science, history, English, or Biblical worldview. Parent conferences by appointment are held monthly or as needed. Occasional field trips are available. If needed, individual one-on-one tutoring may be substituted for class time. Year-round high school credits including summer studies, one-credit options, and credit retrieval are available.

Additional areas of expertise, training and interests

Over 30 years of teaching experience in elementary through high school for public, private, and homeschool environments. Hobbies include overseas travel, reading, and quilting. Academy Northwest was a positive experience for our daughter who graduated with honors from Hillsdale College in Michigan and Glasgow University's Veterinary College in Scotland.

Services to unenrolled families

K-12 hourly tutoring usually in phonics, reading, math, and formal essay writing
Non-test assessments
Educational consultation for homeschooling guidance
Irlen Syndrome screening for using colors to clarify visual distortions
Beginning piano and guitar lessons

Addional Information

Are you concerned about curriculum planning or the values your children are learning? Come to Gateway Academy to enjoy fellowship with other Christian families, reap the benefits of small classes, and delight in courses designed just for your child. Then, finalize your child's educational experience with a high school Christian graduation ceremony. I believe that success in life is about spiritual and academic excellence, service to God and others, and sharing our faith in a knowledgeable way. As a certified teacher, I look forward to helping you provide your children with values that will last a life time.

Bachelor's Degree from

Western Oregon University Major: Education and Social Science

Graduate work:

University of Washington Education and Library Science

Education Endorsements

Elementary and Secondary