
Servant Leader Academy
About Student Leader Academy
501c(3) currently led by a 3-member board
Planning to open in the Fall of 2028
Located near Pierre, SD

Our Goals
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Provide selected students a loving home during their time at the Academy
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Challenge these gifted students with an academically rigorous classical Christian education with a focus on leadership development
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Enhance the students’ education with a variety of life skills and extracurricular activities
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Fund the school entirely through private donations and grants
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Partner with vetted Pierre area families to provide each child with a local host family for additional individual support
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Partner with selected universities to provide graduating students scholarships to continue their education
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Develop well-rounded young adults who are encouraged to return to their home communities as servant leaders
Our Values
Children, especially those who have overcome adversity, hold immense potential. With a tailored curriculum, compassionate educators, and a nurturing environment, the Servant Leader Academy aspires to transform these resilient young individuals into future leaders.

OUR TEAM

Catherine Mitchel
FOUNDER, BOARD PRESIDENT

Jessica Waterman
SLA AMBASSADOR

Dr. Mary Murphy
SLA AMBASSADOR

Rev. Timothy Rynearson
BOARD MEMBER

Dr. Patricia Peters
SLA AMBASSADOR

Mark Schmidt
WEB ADMIN

Dr. Jessica Pearson
BOARD MEMBER

Scott Peters
SLA AMBASSADOR