Laurie Akehurst Pierce County Learning Alternatives Grades 4-8 253-536-4556 Phone 253-536-4556 Fax lakehurst@academynorthwest.net eMail

Business and/or personal Mission Statement

I strive to mentor and teach academic excellence to my students and to provide creative learning experiences while encouraging their spiritual growth.

Format of learning center

Grades 4-8

Classes will meet 2x per month for four-hour sessions (will include a lunch and play break). The year will begin with individual curriculum planning with parent-teacher conference. Periodic conferences throughout the year.

Additional areas of expertise, training and interests

Washington State History

Services to unenrolled families

Testing
Non-test assessments
Curriculum consultation

Bachelor's Degree from

University of Washington Major: English; Minor: Special Education

Education Endorsements

Elementary Education K-8
Language Arts 4-12
Special Education K-12
Reading K-12