Appalachian Academy at Middle Fork

ASU Academy at Middle Fork, located in Walkertown, North Carolina, is a unique laboratory school operated by Appalachian State University in partnership with the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools district. Serving students in grades K–5, the school functions as an immersive educational environment designed to provide high-quality instruction while serving as a site for teacher training and innovative pedagogical research. By leveraging the expertise of Appalachian State’s Reich College of Education, the academy focuses on personalized learning strategies and data-driven instruction to help students reach their full academic potential.

Beyond its academic mission, the school emphasizes a holistic approach to student development, prioritizing social-emotional learning and community engagement. As a university-affiliated institution, the academy benefits from the latest educational technologies and professional development resources, allowing its faculty to pilot new teaching methods that can be shared with the broader educational community. The school serves as a cornerstone for the local Walkertown area, fostering a collaborative partnership between university faculty, K-12 educators, and local families to create a supportive and forward-thinking learning environment.