Ridge Creek School
Dahlonega, GA

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Status of Ridge Creek School
(Formerly Hidden Lake Academy)

Due to our name change and the addition of new curriculum, there are components that have caused some confusion with prospective parents and consultants, so we would like to take some time to clarify the situation.

Name Change: Hidden Lake Academy is now Ridge Creek Academy. The same quality of excellence in clinical, academics, sports and recreation that you knew at Hidden Lake Academy is present at Ridge Creek School. The only difference is that our average length of stay is now 12 months.

Ridge Creek School and Ridge Creek Wilderness are two separate and distinct entities. Ridge Creek Wilderness is our 28 day wilderness program and exists on a seasonal basis. Ridge Creek Wilderness also allows us to create a special academic program for the student who is lacking a few credits to graduate high school or for those students whose consultants or parents need a shorter program.

Our wilderness curriculum component at Ridge Creek School has apparently caused confusion; therefore from now on we will call it an "Adventure Enrichment Curriculum". This is offered each month for a weekend trip. There is no additional cost and it is optional for the students, it is not mandatory. However we may strongly recommend it for students who are stuck therapeutically or who need a time out space to work through some issues. Apparently this has caused some confusion among parents, especially those of girls. Students do not need to participate in the wilderness program.

Tuition is $4,800.00 per month. In these trying economic times for families, we have continued to help with financial aid, as well as other payment options.

Thank you very much for your ongoing support and if you have any additional questions please call Ridge Creek School at 706-864-4730 or visit their website at: www.ridgecreekschool.com.