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The Heritage Academy is a haven for young adults with a passion for extracurricular achievement.

Since 1993, we have maintained a small, caring community of highly trained professionals who have helped aspiring men and women achieve their dreams. At the heart of the Heritage Academy is a dedication for providing progressive instruction to students pursuing athletic and artistic goals. The academy will do everything necessary to ensure that students develop a strong motivation for learning, a founded sense of moral dignity and a commitment to global citizenship.

Partnered with IJGA, the Heritage Academy allows young athletes to develop important scholastic skills while creating an environment in which they can flourish. Our campus is located on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina and provides a number of various academic programs for students who want to advance their athletic skills at one of the world’s top junior golf academies. The Heritage Academy is where formal and thorough education meet athletic achievement in a harmonious union.

Learn more about our new Virtual Campus – an exciting new approach to learning. Learn more about Virtual Campus or download the brochure.

Types of Students Served by Heritage Academy

Heritage Academy serves:

  • Local, national, and international students grades 7-12 from 28 states and 27 countries.
  • Scholar-athletes and performing artists training academically & athletically to earn spots on NCAA teams or arts program.
  • Aspiring college students–be it an Ivy League or state university.
  • Students aspiring to graduate high school in three years via our Fast Track High School Academics Program.
  • ESL post-grads who are preparing for academics at a U.S. college.
School Features from IJGA's Heritage Academy

Heritage Academy offers:

  • Grades 7-12
  • Small class size with an average of 8 and a maximum of 15
  • Block Scheduling
  • ESL, College Prep, Honors and Advanced Placement Classes
  • Community partners in athletics and arts
  • An international student population
  • Personalized college placement services
  • I-20 Authorization
Academic Courses offered by IJGA's Heritage Academy

Heritage Academy courses:

  • Literature Analysis
  • Biology
  • U.S. Government
  • Calculus
  • Psychology
  • Studio Art
  • Geometry
  • Physical Science
  • Spanish
  • Public Speaking
  • British Literature
  • And much more!

Key Faculty

Head of School
Assistant Head of School
Director of Admissions
Head of School

Gloria Shoemaker

HEAD OF SCHOOL
Ms. Shoemaker earned her M.S. from Indiana University in Secondary Education and also holds certification in English education, gifted/talented education, and ESL instruction. She spent thirty years in international education on four continents building an extensive teaching and professional leadership and administrative background. She possesses a broad understanding of North American and international education systems. Ms. Shoemaker serves as Head of School.

Assistant Head of School

Dean Costakis

ASSISTANT HEAD OF SCHOOL
Mr. Costakis holds a M.Ed. in Educational Administration from the University of South Carolina and a B.A. in Elementary Education from Purdue University.  Mr. Costakis is originally from the Chicago area and moved to Hilton Head in May of 2004 after vacationing to the island for over a decade.  This is his eighth year in administration at Heritage Academy.  In addition to serving as the Assistant Head of School, Mr. Costakis teaches science and social studies for grades 5-6.  His passions include reading, exercising, singing and playing the guitar.

Director of Admissions

Tina Sprouse

DIRECTOR OF ADMISSIONS
Ms. Sprouse graduated from Mars Hill College located near Asheville, North Carolina, with B.S. in Business Administration. After volunteering for a year in the admissions department, she worked as the Administrative Assistant until September, 2006 when she became the Director of Admissions.

Academic excellence meets building your passion.

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