We would like to officially introduce Chestnut Ridge Academy’s coordinators for the 2019-2020 School year:

​Becca Bain—Preschool and lower elementary coordinator. Becca will be running Stepping Stones for our younger students and their families. She has been running a similar group in Huntsville for many years and has shared her talents in Lincoln County this past school year. Stepping Stones has a separate fee and will also be open to local homeschool families with young children from other umbrellas with a slightly higher fee. Becca plans many great field trips and activities for this age group including a Kindergarten graduation in May. Becca can be reached at [email protected].
Brandi Dye—Elementary Coordinator and board member. Brandi will be planning field trips for our elementary students and their families. If you have questions concerning your elementary age students, Brandi can be reached at [email protected].
Laurena Miller—Middle School Coordinator. Laurena will be overseeing the planning of field trips and activities for our middle school students and their families. If you have questions or suggestions, Laurena can be reached at [email protected].
Samantha Adams—High School and Senior Coordinator. Samatha has already been working in this position over the past few months. She helped plan our 1st Senior Awards Night and Graduation. She is very eager and willing to help with your high school students regarding questions with classes, credits, scholarships and service opportunities. If you have questions or suggestions, Samantha can be reached at [email protected].

Debbi Swinford—Testing Coordinator. Debbi will be overseeing Standardized testing during the 2nd semester for 3rd-10th grades. Testing is not required, but will be offered for an additional fee. If you have questions concerning standardized testing, Debbi can be reached at [email protected].
We are excited to begin our first full school year at Chestnut Ridge Academy!
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact any of us.

Chestnut Ridge Academy hosted a graduation ceremony on May 18 at Washington Street church of Christ for the Class of 2019. Graduates were joined by friends and family who celebrated this milestone with them.
Alumni Speaker was Gavin Williams, 2018 Homeschool graduate, Student speaker was Aaron Lyon and Keynote speaker was Andrew Lyon, Vice President of Chestnut Ridge and Licensed Family & Marriage Therapist with Stonebridge Family Counseling.
Attendees enjoyed special music by Gracey McKin, graduating senior, and a slide show depicting each of the graduates through their growing up years.
Students who walked in the ceremony were Ava Brittain, Aaron Lyon, Gracey McKin, Alex Trejo, Tiffany Williams, and Victoria Williams. Gracey McKin was the first to receive a diploma from Chestnut Ridge Academy.
A reception with light refreshments was served afterward.