Anderson Academy is a free, public charter school housed on Crossnore’s Winston-Salem. Anderson opened to grades K-4 in August of 2026 and will add 5th grade in the 2026-2027 school year.
The mission of Anderson Academy is to offer a stable, emotionally supportive, educational environment for children with the goal of empowering each child to achieve his or her true academic and social potential.
At Anderson Academy, our vision is to become a model school for academic achievement and approach learning with openness, individuality and supportive feedback.
Why Choose Anderson Academy?
At Anderson Academy, every student has the support and opportunity to rise to their full potential. With a strong foundation of academic excellence, social-emotional growth, and a nurturing community, we help students build confidence and resilience. Here, they don’t just learn—they thrive, take flight, and soar toward a bright future.
- Small Classes: Individualized attention in classrooms of just 10-12 students.
- Social-Emotional Learning: Teaching resilience, confidence, and community.
- Innovative Instruction: A mix of direct, interactive, and experiential learning.
- Inclusive & Supportive: Open to all, with priority for students connected to foster care or the child welfare system.
- Future-Ready: Preparing students for academic success and life beyond the classroom.
Tailored Learning for Every Student
At Anderson Academy, we recognize that every child’s learning journey is unique. By using a variety of teaching methods, we empower students to build skills, explore their interests, and gain the confidence to navigate their own path forward.
- Direct Instruction – Step-by-step skill-building with expert teachers
- Experiential Learning – Hands-on activities, field trips, and real-world applications
- Interactive Learning – Discussions, teamwork, and collaborative projects
- Independent Study – Encouraging self-growth through guided personal projects
To get more information on Anderson Academy and enrollment, visit our full website here.
Meet the Principal
Rashawn Meekins comes to Crossnore after a long career as an educator, leader, and consultant with Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools, where she most recently served as assistant principal at Cook Literacy Model School. Prior to her position at Cook Literacy Model School, Meekins served as a dean of students, a school improvement grant coach, a literacy coach, and a Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) Coordinator.
Meekins received a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology from Winston-Salem State University, a Master of Teaching degree and special education from Salem College, and a post-master’s degree in school administration from North Carolina A&T State University.
“My vision for Anderson Academy is that it will be a model school for how education is done differently,” Meekins said. “We will not only focus on academics but also the social-emotional wellbeing of students. Our school will address the needs of the whole child as well as the needs of all scholars based on their individuality.“
Anderson Academy Renderings
