On this episode of Kids First Radio, Robbie Compton, head of school at Riverwalk Academy in Rock Hill, joins Keven Cohen to share insights about the K-12 charter school's unique approach to education. With a current enrollment of about 800 students, Riverwalk Academy emphasizes project-based learning, where students engage in hands-on problem-solving connected to real-world experiences rather than traditional rote learning. Robbie highlights the school's strong community, high staff retention, and seamless growth from kindergarten through 12th grade, all of which contribute to a vibrant learning environment.
The conversation also touches on Riverwalk's success in preparing students for college and careers by developing crucial soft skills such as collaboration, creativity, and communication, alongside academic achievement. Robbie explains how the school navigated challenges during the COVID years by adapting project-based learning to remote education, which helped maintain student engagement and growth. Listeners will get a glimpse of the school's culture and its impact on students who graduate well-rounded and workforce-ready.
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