In this episode, we sit down with Breonna Walker, Head of School at Southside Academy in South Rocky Mount. Breonna shares her inspiring journey into education and her vision for Southside Academy—a Christian-based, classical school committed to providing a remarkable, God-centered education to children in under-resourced areas.Founded in 2022, Southside Academy currently serves students in grades K–3 and plans to add one grade each year until reaching 8th grade. The school operates with a 12:1 student-to-teacher ratio, ensuring personalized attention and a nurturing learning environment. With a tuition of just $35 per month, the school remains accessible to low-income families, thanks to support from North Carolina Opportunity Scholarships and community partnerships.

Breonna discusses the school's seven guiding philosophies, which include Christ-centered instruction, fostering a love of learning, and promoting character development. She also highlights the importance of community involvement and the school's efforts to expand its impact through donor support. As Southside Academy looks to the future, Breonna emphasizes the need for additional resources to support the school's growth and continue offering quality education to the children of South Rocky Mount.

For more information or to support Southside Academy, visit their website at southside.academy.