Flexible Enrollment
Some students have lives that don't fit neatly into a traditional school schedule. Elite athletes, performers, competitive travelers – students whose talent and drive take them places that most school calendars simply can't accommodate. At The Crenshaw Academy, we have been serving these students for decades through our Professional Program: a flexible enrollment path that keeps academic standards fully intact while making room for the demands of an extraordinary life.
This is not a new idea for us. It is where we started.
The Story Behind the Program
The Professional Program traces its origins to the earliest days of The Crenshaw Academy's founding philosophy. Brenda Crenshaw developed her approach to flexible, individualized education while working as a private instructor to Justin Timberlake and Lance Bass: two students whose demanding professional lives required a school that could meet them on their terms without sacrificing rigor. From that experience, Brenda recognized a broader need: students with non-traditional schedules deserved access to a full, accredited, college preparatory education. The Professional Program was her answer.
Decades later, that same commitment shapes how we serve students today.
How It Works
Students in the Professional Program attend The Crenshaw Academy just like full-time students. The difference is in the flexibility built around their schedule, not in the quality or rigor of their education.
Here is how the program operates in practice:
Students come to school as normal and communicate directly with their teachers when they need to miss class.
When absences are required, missed coursework is completed through Florida Virtual School (FLVS), ensuring no gaps in learning.
Students receive academic credit for their pursuits. Competitive golfers, for example, earn two credits per year: one for their sport and one for weight training.
Families can flex between full-time and flexible enrollment at any point during the year as schedules change. A student who competes in a seasonal sport can attend full-time during the off-season and shift to a flexible schedule when competition demands it.
Attendance is tracked exactly the same as for full-time students, meeting all state and accreditation requirements.
Professional Program students are fully eligible for sports, clubs, social events, and graduation alongside their peers.
There is no separate tuition structure for the Professional Program. Families pay the same rate as traditional enrollment.
Questions about scheduling or how the program might work for your student? Tanya Williams, our Principal, manages the Professional Program directly and is your first point of contact.
Who Is This Program For?
The Professional Program is open to any Crenshaw student, though it is most commonly used by high school students. Current and past participants have included:
Managing tournament and training schedules.
In seasonal sports with demanding travel commitments.
With professional engagements or training programs.
Students with recurring travel for family or competitive reasons.
Balancing competition schedules with academic requirements.
Who need more travel time to accompany their families.
The Professional Program is also available to students who participate in sports through their zoned public high school, accommodating the scheduling demands that come with playing for a school outside of Crenshaw.
Families considering the Professional Program alongside scholarship funding should note that this program is typically not available to students receiving the FES-EO scholarship. Families with questions about scholarship compatibility are encouraged to contact us directly to discuss their specific situation.
The PEP Scholarship Connection
The Professional Program also works in conjunction with the Step Up for Students PEP scholarship, which provides funding for students who need flexible scheduling due to their circumstances. If your family is exploring scholarship options alongside flexible enrollment, visit our Scholarship Resources page to learn more.
Is the Professional Program Right for Your Student?
If your student has a demanding schedule outside of school and you have been wondering whether a traditional school can keep up, the answer at The Crenshaw Academy is yes. Contact us or schedule a tour to speak with Tanya directly about how the Professional Program could work for your family. We have been doing this for a long time, and we are very good at it.
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