Sussex County, Delaware

Sussex Academy Foundation

Supported academic opportunity, campus improvements, athletics, and long-term school growth for Sussex Academy students.

About

The Sussex Academy Foundation was dedicated to the advancement of Sussex Academy, a charter school in Georgetown, Delaware. Formed in 2011, the foundation focused on major capital improvements as the school expanded to serve middle and high school students.

Objective

The foundation’s early materials described a major facility campaign that raised $13.7 million for acquisition and expansion work. Later public materials noted more than $36 million raised over time for school facilities, capital support, and scholarships.

Purpose

The mission centered on preparing Sussex Academy students for college admission, scholarship opportunities, and future success through a rigorous academic experience.

Sussex Academy students and campus activity

Widespread support for a growing school

Individuals, organizations, and community leaders supported the foundation’s work because they viewed educational achievement as a path to stronger opportunities for Sussex County students.

The campaign history included classrooms, a library and learning center, auditorium and cafeteria space, performing arts, athletics, and long-term campus planning.

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