Welcome to EYC Academy

Empowering Students Through One-to-One Teaching

Who We Are

Empowering Youth and Communities Inc., a non-profit 501c3 private agency, opened its doors in 2018 as EYC Academy of St Louis to bring outstanding one-to-one private education to 6th through 12th grade students, as an approved private agency with the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. We also work with college students and adult learners. We provide a unique one-teacher, one-student approach for those seeking a more attentive, therapeutic, alternative educational environment.

Our Approach

We use a competency-based approach in our educational programs which allows students to not only demonstrate mastery of the various academic concepts, but to also be able to apply these skills as they advance through their curriculum at their own pace to prepare for college, career, entrepreneurial or military options.

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Phone

(636) 220-3344

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Email

info@eycacademystl.org

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Address

EYC Academy
13718 Olive Blvd
Chesterfield, MO 63017

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Who We Can Help

Students with Learning Challenges

A new beginning for students with learning challenges, attention deficits, health concerns, and emotional or other special needs.

Students Struggling in Traditional School Settings

Focused, step-by-step support to help students gain confidence and move ahead when they are ready.
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Students Aspiring to Advance

College-level courses and customized programs for gifted students and those seeking a greater academic challenge.

Students Needing a More Flexible Schedule

Flexible instruction for students with unique academic and personal circumstances.

Performers and Athletes

Flexibility to work around the commitments of musicians, actors, models and dancers, as well as competition schedules with NCAA-approved courses.

Homeschooled Students

Support for families who are homeschooling or transitioning out of a homeschool setting.

What we offer

Academic Programs

Full-time College Track Educational Program:
Six-course program (12 semesters)

Full-time Essentials Program:
Five-course program (10 semesters)

Concurrent Enrollment Program:
Three-course program (6 semesters)

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Educational Therapies & Counseling

EYC EYC Academy’s well-rounded approach blends academics with therapeutics. Examples include our PAWS for Reading program, which allows students to read aloud to a therapy dog to improve their reading and communication skills in a fun and positive environment, as well as therapeutic art classes using a choice-based curriculum.

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School Advocacy

Our personalized educational consulting and advocacy services are helpful for parents who aren’t sure of exactly what their children’s needs are or how to address them in school. We will meet with parents to help them prepare for school meetings by coaching them with the right questions to ask educational teams.

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Academic and Cognitive Testing Services

When students struggle in school, it’s important to find out why. Aided by a professional school psychologist and an educational examiner, we provide prompt, formal assessments which can be used to substantiate gifted learners, as well as to uncover a learning disability such as ADD, ADHD, Central Auditory Processing Disorder (CAPD) and others.

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Private Tutoring

Our one-to-one approach extends to private tutoring services outside of your child’s regular educational schedule. Our tutors work to build rapport and instill confidence in students, focusing on their individual needs in all content areas. Tutoring can be held at the site or with a live teacher online in our virtual classroom.

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Test Prep & College Readiness

We offer professional test preparation services for standardized tests and admissions exams. Our individualized approach helps to build the skills, confidence and motivation students need to achieve success, no matter what their post-graduation plans.

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Social Skills Program

Using both formal and informal assessments, we work to design individualized programs for students who have difficulty with language, communication, and social interaction, to maximize their potential.

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Home School Partnership

EYC Academy partners with homeschooling families, as well as those who are transitioning out of a homeschool setting to ensure maximum success. Most of EYC Academy instruction is done in a one-to-one setting or small groups for collaborative learning.

New testimonials from students and parents

EYC Academy’s accommodating environment has been a perfect fit for our son. The personalized curriculum, flexible schedule and one-to-one instruction have provided the exact setting our son needed to maximize his learning potential. We feel fortunate that we were referred to EYC when our child needed an alternative to traditional education. EYC has the flexibility to provide short-term or long-term options which makes it one of a kind in West St. Louis County.

Sally G. (Parent)

My daughter has attended EYC Academy for the last 6 months. She was flunking every class and there was no effective assistance coming from her school. I saw an ad for EYC, called, and met with the administrators of the school. I immediately got a feeling of hope and caring. I signed her up and her grades immediately improved. Within a couple of months, she was straight A’s. She still is! She enjoys going to school now. She loves her teachers and has a much more positive attitude towards school in general. I get weekly updates so I always know exactly what she is studying in each class and how she’s doing. The head administrator (Lou Reuss) goes above and beyond in general, keeping me informed, working with me on a schedule that works for us, and personally meeting and coordinating with the school district to ensure she is getting the appropriate credits needed to graduate. EYC sees my daughter as the individual she is with her special needs and talents, and adjusts her education appropriately. It has been a transformation for her.

In addition to her regular curriculum, she is also taking ACT prep classes twice a week. EYC gave her a practice ACT and will administer the ACT as well. This is just a great bonus.

The school is new, bright, cheerful and convenient. I am thankful every day that I found out about EYC and made that first call. EYC was exactly what my daughter needed and it’s making a world of difference for her. She is a happier and more self-confident teen. I cannot recommend EYC enough to anyone who is looking for an alternative for their child.

Lorna C. Huber

Attorney at Law

“EYC MAKES LEARNING FUN!”, a direct quote from my 12 yr old grandson! I homeschool my gifted 12 year old grandson and we bring him to EYC for extra studies in Math, Science, and History. This is the first place he has actually said that he “loves!” His Mom and I are thrilled beyond words that he feels this way because we have tried other schooling avenues and none of them worked for him! He said his teacher Sean is an AWESOME teacher and that he really likes the “one on one” approach. EYC has a friendly, warm environment that is conducive to learning. My grandson doesn’t feel any pressure or stress about going there. In fact, there was one day that we thought he might have to miss class because of a doctor’s appointment, and he said, “Oh, no! I don’t want to miss class! I’m making really good progress and I don’t want to mess that up!” Holy Moly, I NEVER thought I would hear those words come out of his mouth! So, if you are wondering if this is the right place for your child, I would like to say, “Don’t hesitate! This place is wonderful and we are so glad we found it! Thank you EYC!!”

Barbara Daniels

Empowering Youth and Communities Academy (EYC) opened its doors in 2018 by a team of seasoned educators in St. Louis, Missouri to bring outstanding one-to-one private education to 6th through 12th grade students. We provide a unique one-teacher, one-student approach for those seeking a more attentive, therapeutic, innovative educational environment.

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Phone

(636) 220-3344

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Email

info@eycacademystl.org

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Address

EYC Academy
13718 Olive Blvd
Chesterfield, MO 63017

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Empowering Youth and Communities, Inc. dba EYC Academy, does not and shall not discriminate in its educational programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and releasing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Empowering Youth and Communities dba EYC Academy is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We will comply with state and federal laws such as M.G.L. c. 151B, Title IX, Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment and Rights Act, Executive Order 11246 and other similar laws that prohibit discrimination, all as amended.