Emerald School of Excellence

06/19/2026

Your generosity makes our mission possible. 💚

At Emerald School of Excellence, helping just one student means creating a ripple effect that touches families, futures, and our entire community.

Join the GEM Club and make a lasting impact. Your monthly gift helps ensure every student has access to the recovery-focused education they deserve — and the chance to build a new life filled with hope and opportunity.

Be a GEM—change a life today: https://emeraldschool.networkforgood.com/projects/153615-the-emerald-promise?fbclid=IwY2xjawQmiBhleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFDWmhEakhLRWQwVUVrQ3Q5c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHn6Sx85zUIZulhxsDBQZqiM6TF5DEmc2UiP_NKJVMIssbucc8VhZQMAFcDt1_aem_QV-3LDZkzB2oTQxhQy4rqQ

06/18/2026

Recovery is stronger together!

At Emerald, peer support plays a powerful role in helping teens build confidence, accountability, and lasting connections in recovery.

When students are surrounded by peers who understand their journey, healing becomes less isolating and growth becomes possible.

🔗Read our blog post: “How Peer Support Strengthens Teen Recovery” to learn why community matters in the recovery process: https://emeraldschool.org/how-peer-support-strengthens-teen-recovery/

06/17/2026

Every life matters. Every story matters.

Join Emerald School on August 29 as we come together to honor those we have lost, support those still struggling, and raise awareness about the ongoing overdose crisis. Overdose Awareness Day is a time to remember, reflect, and remind our community that recovery is possible and hope is real.

Whether you have been personally touched by substance use disorder or want to stand alongside families and individuals impacted, we invite you to join us for this meaningful event.

Together, we can honor lives, break stigma, and support recovery.

📅 August 29, 2026
🔗Learn more and register: https://emeraldschool.org/event/join-us-for-overdose-awareness-day-2026/

06/15/2026

We’re so thankful for the support of Speedway Children's Charities - North Carolina and the impact they continue to make at Emerald School of Excellence!
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Their generosity helps make our Purpose-Driven Programming possible, giving students access to personalized electives like art, music, ACT prep, and individualized college and career planning — all on campus.⁠
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Because of this support, our students are able to rediscover their interests, build confidence, and prepare for meaningful next steps after graduation, whether that’s college, internships, or entering the workforce. We’re grateful to partner with organizations that believe in our students and their futures.⁠
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06/14/2026

Communities across the country are proving that recovery support and education can go hand in hand.

We’re inspired to see progress in Maine as leaders work to create new resources for students navigating substance use challenges — ensuring young people don’t have to choose between healing and their education. Every student deserves support, connection, and a chance to thrive.

🔗Learn more: https://www.governing.com/management-and-administration/rural-maine-tests-recovery-school-model-as-youth-overdoses-climb

Limited treatment options have pushed educators to integrate addiction recovery directly into the school system.

06/13/2026

Congratulations to the Emerald School of Excellence Class of June 2026 and December 2025! We are so proud of everything these graduates have accomplished and the resilience, determination, and growth they’ve demonstrated along the way.

From college and career plans to exciting new opportunities, each student has a unique story and bright future ahead. Take a moment to get to know our graduates and learn about their plans after Emerald by reading our latest blog post.

🔗https://emeraldschool.org/celebrating-the-emerald-school-of-excellence-class-of-2026/

Join us in celebrating the Class of 2026 and December 2025—we can’t wait to see all they accomplish!

06/12/2026

From dropout to graduate—and now making an impact in the recovery community.

At Emerald, students are given the space to put their recovery first, and that’s where real transformation begins. This alum’s journey is proof that with the right support, anything is possible.

Alumni

06/11/2026

Calling all golfers!

Tee off for a purpose at the Emerald Classic — a day of great golf supporting an even greater cause: students in recovery at Emerald School of Excellence.

Join us for the chance to play the beautiful TPC Piper Glen while making a meaningful impact in the lives of teens working toward brighter futures.

We’re now accepting sponsors, auction item donations, and golfers — there are so many ways to get involved and give back! Don’t miss your chance to play, connect, and support recovery.
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🔗Learn more, buy tickets, or become a sponsor: https://onecau.se/emeraldclassic
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06/10/2026

Academic struggles can sometimes be one of the first signs that a teen needs additional support. From attendance issues to difficulty focusing and staying motivated, substance use can impact far more than grades alone.

Our latest blog explores the hidden connection between mental health and academic performance — and how recovery-centered support can help students rebuild confidence, structure, and hope for the future.

🔗 Read more about how Emerald School of Excellence supports teen academic recovery: https://emeraldschool.org/the-impact-of-substance-use-on-academic-performance/