๐ณ๐ Welcome to Treaty Oaks Preparatory Academy โ A New Era of Learning in St. Augustine! ๐๐
- Jax Biz Connections
- Apr 11
- 2 min read
Big things are happening things are happening in St. Augustine, Florida! ๐ This fall, a brand-new tuition-free public charter school is opening its doors โ say hello to Treaty Oaks Preparatory Academy! ๐ซโจ
๐ A Fresh Take on Education
Treaty Oaks Preparatory Academy isnโt your average school. Starting in Fall 2025, itโll welcome students from Kindergarten through 6th grade, with plans to expand all the way to 8th grade in the future. ๐๐ง๐ฆ
๐ Location: 1565 Brinkhoff Road, St. Augustine
๐ฏ Capacity: Up to 975 students in the first year
๐๏ธ The Village-Model Learning Approach
What sets Treaty Oaks Preparatory Academy apart? Itโs their village-model education style ๐๐ โ where students and teachers work together in large collaborative groups that break out into small sessions for focused learning. ๐ฌ๐ฉโ๐ซ๐จโ๐ซ
๐ช Think flexible seating: couches, wobble boards, standing desks โ even modular walls for dynamic learning environments. ๐ก๐๏ธ๐จ Itโs all about comfort, creativity, and community.
๐จโ๐ซ Meet the Principal: Brian Gifford
Leading the charge is Principal Brian Gifford โ a seasoned educator with over 24 years of experience. ๐๐ Heโs passionate about creating a place where students thrive academically and personally.
๐ Backed by Excellence: Charter Schools USA
Treaty Oaks Preparatory Academy is powered by Charter Schools USA (CSUSA), which runs 162 schools across 5 states! ๐บ๏ธ๐ซ
๐ Enroll Now! Spots Are Filling Fast
Enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year is open! ๐๏ธ๐ Families can apply online at treatyoaksprep.org ๐
๐ฏ Mission: Inspire every student to excel in school and life through strong academics and character development ๐ชโค๏ธ
๐ฆ Community in Mind
While excitement is building, some locals have raised concerns about traffic ๐๐ฆ. Treaty Oaks Preparatory Academy is already addressing it by contributing $370,000 for a new traffic signal near the school and assigning a Public Service Assistant to help with traffic during busy hours. ๐๐ฎ
๐ฑ A Bright Future Ahead
With its innovative model, dedicated leadership, and community-first mindset, Treaty Oaks Preparatory Academy is ready to grow strong roots and inspire the next generation of learners. ๐ณ๐ง ๐ซ
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