8+
Years of
Experience
Learn.
Grow.
Thrive.
Our curriculum is rooted in evidence-based learning — where every lesson, strategy, and intervention is a stepping stone toward lifelong curiosity and confidence.
How We Teach
Our
Approach
Four core pillars guide everything we do — from how we design the classroom to how we respond to each student's unique needs.
Pillar 01
Trauma-Informed
We use trauma-informed care strategies to create a safe, predictable environment where students feel secure enough to learn and grow.
Pillar 02
Student-Led
We follow the student's strengths and interests. Educators observe, listen, and extend learning based on what each student is naturally drawn to.
Pillar 03
Data-Driven
Cognitive, social, emotional, and behavioral development are all tracked through data. We use evidence-based interventions to ensure every student makes measurable progress.
Pillar 04
Family-Centred
Parents and guardians are essential partners. We collaborate with families, sharing insights and strategies to support students at home and in the community.
McGraw-Hill Partnership
Our Curriculum
Keystone Freedom Academy has partnered with McMillan McGraw-Hill to implement a full academic curriculum aligned with Pennsylvania Core Standards, providing both virtual and print resources.
The Focus of Instructional Programming
- Developing core academic knowledge
- Improving social skills and adjustment
- Increasing appropriate behaviors
- Developing critical career and work skills in preparation for a productive adult life
- Community-based instruction (CBI)
- Provides students the opportunity to develop both life skills and work skills in a variety of real-life settings
Students Participate in Courses That:
- Are designed to provide them with the opportunity to participate in general education content courses where curriculum is modified and presented at an individualized pace of instruction.
- Involve the use of specialized strategies.
- Use visual strategies to support communication and acquisition of content knowledge.
- Teach new skills through the use of reinforcement, shaping, prompting, and other specialized techniques.
English Language Arts
Fusion Reading®
The students at Keystone Freedom Academy receive core instruction aligned with the PA Core Standards. Teachers also utilize Fusion Reading®, a comprehensive, research-based reading intervention program for students in grades 6-12 published by McGraw Hill. The flexible, multi-year program provides struggling adolescent students the skills they need to quickly become fluent, competent, and confident readers.
Mathematics
Reveal Math®
Reveal Math®, published by McGraw Hill, draws from a range of academic research into effective mathematics instruction. Reveal Math® is based on the research foundations of: productive struggle, rich tasks, mathematical discourse, growth mindset, learning target-based formative assessment, and collaborative learning.
Reading & Math Intervention
Imagine MyPath
Imagine MyPath is a student-centered reading and mathematics program designed to close achievement gaps and maximize academic growth. It utilizes Smart Sequencer™ technology to prioritize essential skills and create individual learning paths (ILPs) in reading and mathematics, continuously adapting to ensure success among academically diverse learners.
History
McGraw-Hill Networks™
McGraw-Hill Networks™ is a dynamic student-centered program that helps teachers prepare students to be successful in college, careers, and civic life. Rigorous, age-appropriate content highlights diverse perspectives, integrates primary sources, and makes relevant connections to bring the subject area to life.
Science
Glencoe Science
Keystone Freedom Academy implements Glencoe Science, a curriculum that promotes inquiry and real-world problem solving with phenomena and hands-on activities. The program includes hands-on labs, project-based learning, and on-demand professional development for staff.
Social Emotional Curriculum
School-Connect
School-Connect creates and distributes School-Connect: Optimizing the High School Experience, a program for boosting students' social, emotional and academic skills. School-Connect authors also offer professional development in how to implement the program and create supportive learning communities in high schools.
Career Electives
McGraw-Hill CTE
Our students select from among several career and technical education (CTE) electives to help them develop the academic skills, knowledge, and real-world skills they need to make the successful transition from high school to college and/or into the workforce. Courses include business, health care, early childhood education, criminal justice, and more.
Dual Enrollment
TEL Education & Cedar Crest College
Offered through a dual enrollment partnership between TEL Education, Keystone Freedom Academy, and Cedar Crest College, our students have the opportunity to select from 75+ college-level courses that allow them to earn college credit while still in high school. The content is rigorous yet understandable and relevant across a broad spectrum of learners.
Health
Teen Health & Glencoe Health
The McGraw Hill health program provides students in grades 6-12 with age-appropriate content that aligns with the National Health Education Standards. The middle-level program, Teen Health, teaches the 10 critical health skills. The high school program, Glencoe Health, is a research-based program that emphasizes social and emotional skills while exploring up-to-date information on timely, relevant topics.
Who Teaches
Meet the
Educators
Our team of certified early childhood educators brings warmth, expertise, and genuine passion to every session.
“Every child is a natural scientist. My job is to hand them the tools.”
Sarah Chen
Lead Educator
ECE Diploma · Montessori Certified
“Rhythm is the first language. We all arrive knowing how to move.”
Maya Patel
Music & Movement
B.Ed Early Childhood · RMT
“Curiosity is the engine. I just make sure we never run out of fuel.”
Lena Kowalski
STEM Specialist
BSc Child Development · STEM Ed
“A story told through paint is just as powerful as one told through words.”
Amara Diallo
Arts & Literacy
MA Early Literacy · Arts Integration
ECE Diploma or Degree
Every educator holds a recognized early childhood education qualification.
CPR & First Aid
All staff are current CPR and First Aid certified, renewed every year.
40+ hrs Annual Training
Ongoing professional development keeps our team at the leading edge of ECE.
Ready to Start
the Journey?
Book a free trial class and see firsthand how our educators bring learning to life — one curious little mind at a time.