SMIC Academy   Active members of Shades Mountain Independent Church  who have compulsory school-age children (7 yrs-17yrs) may apply to SMIC Academy anytime year round.  However, for non church members, SMIC Academy has an annual May/June enrollment period.  We are currently full.  We maintain a waiting list of twenty non-SMIC families that is updated every May.  If you would like further information regarding application, please contact us at 205-978-9153 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

Premiers - is the preschool and primary age  mom's support group for any family just begining home education.   It is "first come-first served" and limited to 50 families. Enrollment is in the summer.  Premiers primary purposes are to :

Provide information relative to home education issues and to  provide encouragement and practical help to those moms specifically who have  K4-3rd grade children and who want to take the first steps toward being directly involved in their children's education.  Each monthly meeting will have a topic in the field of early childhood education, managing a home or  teaching and training children. Speakers are  veteran home-school moms or professionals in their fields.  Limited field trips and play dates help moms connect and provide hands-on educational opportunities for the young child.  Registration Form