A Learning Community
About Rose Academy, LLC
At Rose Academy, we are dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment where every child is encouraged to grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Located in Tallahassee, Florida, we are a small, private school that is committed to fostering a love of learning through developmentally appropriate instruction, hands-on experiences, and meaningful relationships.
We are more than just a school; we are a community where children are encouraged to blossom, to discover their potential, and to build strong foundations for future success. Our mission is to help students reach their academic potential while nurturing their strengths and remediating weaknesses. We want each student at Rose Academy to thrive and flourish.
We believe every child is unique and capable of achieving great things when supported by caring educators and a strong partnership with families. Our experienced staff creates a welcoming atmosphere that inspires curiosity, builds confidence, and promotes lifelong learning.
We have between 45 to 50 students working with 7 teachers. Classes are between 4 to 15 students. Students are tested and placed in learning groups according to their academic achievement levels. Most of our students have the ability to reach State of Florida Standards and the ability to receive a traditional High School Diploma.
We invite you to explore our site and discover the academics and community that Rose Academy, LLC provides to each and every student. Get in touch with us today to schedule a tour, learn more about enrollment, or ask any other questions.
Meet Our Staff
Guidance, Inspiration and Support
Head of Rose Academy
Keri DiBuono
Ms. Keri holds a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from the University of Tampa. She has taught at Rose Academy for over 25 years. Ms. Keri has extensive training as a remediation specialist and has given workshops to school personal and parents.
Ms. Keri teaches middle school math, Geometry, and all high school English courses.
She also facilities dual enrollment programs through Tallahassee State College (formerly Tallahassee Community College) and Lively Technical College.
Florida Teaching Certification: Elementary Education K-6, Language Arts 5-9, Math 5-9, Exceptional Students Education K-12, Primary Education PK3-3rd, Math 6- 12, Social Science 5-9
Certification #1112930
Why Parents Choose Rose Academy
Small Class Size
Literature, history, math, reading and writng, science and special areas, are limited to 3-10 students in the elementary grades and 6-12 students in middle and high school classes. Special areas include P.E, music, art, electives, and enrichments.
Personal connections between students and teachers
Students are met with individually to plan their curriculum and to meet their needs.
Instructional groups are arranged according to achievement levels not according to standard grade levels.
Each student can feel as though they are in a class among their peers.
Students are instructed at their own level of achievement.
Students can take advanced level classes in one academic area while receiving remediation in another academic area.
Academically advanced students are challenged with above grade level curriculum.
Gifted and talented students can develop academic skills beyond their grade level without being placed in classes with students who are significantly older.
Students in need of remediation in a particular area, receive this instruction throughout the day without being pulled out of classes.
Traditional labels such as learning disability are not used.
Students are evaluated on a nationally normed test as needed, twice a year.
This information is used to redesign instructional groups and curriculum. Parents receive a written report.
Each student in grades K-7 is tested each week to monitor progress.
Parents are informed of the scores on weekly tests.
Character development is infused in every class.
Students study famous people who have chosen ethical life styles. Students meet in target groups to develop responsibility and empathy.
Rose Academy students read more novels than students can in traditional classrooms.
Our belief is, that students learn to read by reading.
Parents receive weekly updates and report cards every 9 weeks.
Classwork is sent home every Friday for parental review.
Rose Academy offers a fee-based homework class every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
These study skill classes are supervised by Rose Academy teachers to ensure accuracy. Completing homework at school can take stress off of home life.
Rose Academy offers a structured and calm learning environment.
Students must be respectful of authority and able to benefit from group instruction. Students who attend Rose Academy have to demonstrate school appropriate behaviors. Students cannot limit the learning environment of other students.