SCC

OFFICE OF EDUCATION

Erma Lee
Erma Lee
Superintendent of Schools (Ext. 142)
Angenette Hill
Angenette Hill
Associate Superintendent of Schools (Ext. 145)
J. Elayne Bedney J. Elayne Bedney - Secretary (Ext. 143)

The South Central Conference Office of Education exists to establish, administer, and coordinate the activities of it's K-12 schools. We endeavor to provide them with certified teachers, staff development, instructional material, and resources for the spiritual, social, physical and academic development of Seventh-day Adventist.

GOALS
• To encourage a broad level of achievement in its students and challenge schools to provide an advanced rigorous academic curriculum.

• To foster in students a knowledge of the true image of God through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a love for Him through communion with the Holy Spirit.

• To challenge students to realize that it is their responsibility to obtain their highest potential on earth in mental, physical and spiritual health.

• To adopt a systematic, logical and rational approach to decision-making and problem solving based on a body of scientific, mathematical, historical, and social knowledge, within the context of a biblical perspective.

• To emphasize both verbal and non-verbal communication skills to prepare students for global leadership.

• To develop an appreciation for the beautiful, both in God's creation and in human expression, while nurturing individual ability in the fine arts.

• To foster in students a love for learning as modeled by teachers who consistently and critically seek new knowledge and engage in professional development.

• To ensure the long-term financial stability of the school.

• To provide pastors, school boards and administrators with training on how to meet the financial needs necessary to accomplish the vision and mission of the conference.

OUR MISSION
The South Central Conference of Seventh-day Adventist operates a denominational, co-educational, K-12 community. It exists to prepare students for college and future leadership roles in service to God and man through an integrated approach that emphasizes a liberal arts academic program, physical development, and appreciation for the arts and extracurricular activities.

OUR VISION
• Develop students committed to learning as a means of restoring in them the image of God.

• Direct students to triumph over limitations and define themselves more as individuals created by God and not by cultural practices.

• Encourage students to reach their potential when transformed by the power of God.

ALABAMA SCHOOLS:

Birmingham Adventist Academy [Grades 9 - 12]
729th 8th Terrace West - Birmingham, AL 3 5211
205-923-0500 - Fax: 205-923-0507
Principal - Dr. Grace Brown

Ephesus Junior Academy [Grades K - 8]
829 McMillon Avenue, SW - Birmingham, AL 35211
205-786-2194 - Fax: 205-786-0857
Principal - Mr. Willie Walker

Oakwood Academy [Grades 9 - 12]
Oakwood Road, NW / P.O. Box 108 - Huntsville, AL 35896
256-726-7010 - Fax: 256-726-7016
Principal - Ms. Olivia Beverly

Oakwood Elementary [Grades K- 8]
Oakwood Road, NW / P.O. Box 108 - Huntsville, AL 35896
256-726-8358 - Fax: 256-726-8359
Principal - Mrs. Delma Harvey

Emmanuel SDA School [Grades 1 - 8]
2000 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive - Mobile, AL 36617
251-478-1140 - Fax: 251-478-1227
Principal - Mr. Samuel Amfo
Head Teacher - Ms. Judy Ross

Bethany SDA Academy [Grades K - 8]
1765 Highland Avenue - Montgomery, AL 36107
334-264-2101 - Fax: 334-264-0513
Principal - Mr. Victor Waller



KENTUCKY SCHOOLS:
Emma L. Minnis School [Grades K - 8]
3248 Taylor Boulevard - Louisville, KY 40215
502-368-7655 - Fax: 502-368-7656
Principal - Kadia Welch



MISSISSIPPI SCHOOLS:

E. E. Rogers SDA School [Grades K - 8]
1284 Forest Avenue - Jackson, MS 39206
601-981-2648 - Fax: 601-981-2638
Head Teacher - Mr. Gregory Thompson

 

TENNESSEE SCHOOLS:

Avondale SDA School [Grades K - 8]
1201 North Orchard Avenue - Chattanooga, TN 37406
423-698-5028 - Fax: 423-697-7803
Principal - Mrs. Mari Edi Gardner

University Elementary School [Grades 1 - 8]
1837 Brandau Street - Knoxville, TN 37921
865-524-1424 - Fax: 865-524-5066
Principal - Mrs. Gloria Laryea-Adi

Alcy Junior Academy [Grades K - 8]
1325 Alcy Road - Memphis, TN 38106
901-775-3960 - Fax: 901-775-0142
Principal - Mrs. Jo-Ann Wade

F. H. Jenkins Elementary School [Grades K - 8]
814 Young's Lane - Nashville, TN 37207
615-227-8992 - Fax: 615-227-8644
Interim Principal - Ms. Yvonne Anderson