McAdams Academy

05/29/2026

Looking back at the incredible energy from last year's 9th annual Golf Classic has us counting down the days until we hit the green again! From the incredible community turnout to the friendly competition on the course, it was an unforgettable day of golf and change.

But this year? We are turning it up a notch.

We are heading back to Sand Creek Station Golf Course in Newton, KS on September 11, for our landmark 10th Anniversary McAdams Academy Golf Classic!

Registration and sponsorships are officially open. Whether you want to bring a company team, lock in a hole sponsorship, or just spend a beautiful Friday on a world-class course for an incredible cause, we want you there.

The link to register your team or secure your sponsorship is below in the first comment!

05/28/2026

McAdams Connect: Celebrating a Great Year

Our final week before summer break was packed with fun activities, heartfelt goodbyes, and wonderful memories!

We wrapped up our favorite weekly traditions with final visits from our creative jewelry maker, Ginger (and her sidekick Cooper), as well as Pastor Pete and Tim from Glenn Park Church for our last Chapel. We are so incredibly grateful for the time, mentorship, and energy these amazing volunteers have invested in our students all year long!

The excitement continued with a special guest, Arlan, who hosted the very first McAdams-wide foosball tournament! The winning team earned a delicious celebratory lunch of their choosing; which for our winning team was Wingstop!

We also closed out the year with a trip to the park for a picnic, shooting off bottle rockets, and spirited games of football, kickball, and soccer. After the park our students shifted back to McAdams to make a massive school-wide mess, including a smash-the-egg game (where our students tested their luck in picking a hard-boiled egg and not a runny one), a massive water balloon fight, and everyone's favorite tradition: Pie a Teacher! This year, the students clearly coordinated their targets, with almost everyone lining up to go after our newest teacher, Shane!

Thank you to our incredible students for your hard work, dedication, and all the memories you brought to McAdams Academy this year. Have a safe and wonderful summer!

05/28/2026

We are thrilled to share that McAdams Academy was featured on KSN's Good Day Kansas yesterday morning!

It was a wonderful opportunity to highlight the life-changing academic and behavioral programs our community helps to support every day, and to officially kick off the countdown to our 10th Annual Golf Classic, which is just a few months away!

You can watch the full segment online here:
https://www.ksn.com/video/mcadams-academy-golf-classic/11829532

Thank you to Good Day Kansas for amplifying our voice.

Host Bri Smith interviews Ginny Shields and Dev Jackson.

05/27/2026

Keep an eye out for McAdams Academy on KSN Good Day KS today at 11:00 AM!

We will be sharing a special promo for our upcoming 10th Annual Golf Classic. Set yourself a reminder and tune in live to get all the exciting details!

You won't want to miss it!

05/22/2026

McAdams Connect: Capturing Success One Week at a Time

Last week, we celebrated the upcoming end of the school year with one of our students' absolute favorite field trips: our McAdams cookout at the home of our Founder and Executive Director, Dr. Chuck Knowles!

It was a beautiful day spent cooking hot dogs, roasting marshmallows for s'mores, playing backyard games, and relaxing around the campfire. Our student's have worked incredibly hard this year, and being able to celebrate their accomplishments in this way is exactly what creates the unique "family feel" we cherish so deeply at McAdams Academy.

The fun continued with our students making their own custom tie-dye shirts for Spirit Week! The creativity was flowing, and everyone had a blast designing their own unique shirt. Be sure to stay tuned for our McAdams Connect next week to see how the shirts turned out!

05/20/2026

Want to market your business while changing a life?

As we gear up for the 10th Annual McAdams Academy Golf Classic this September, we’re looking for community partners to help us drive our mission forward.

Whether you’re a small business or a major corporation, there is a place for you on the green. Every single sponsor this year receives:
-GPS ads in every golf cart
-Website & event acknowledgement
-Consideration for physical hole presence

Highlighting our top tiers:
Eagle Sponsor ($5,000): Includes an 8x3 banner and 2 team fees
Birdie Sponsor ($3,000): Includes a 6x3 banner and 1 team fee

Hole sponsorships are also available for just $250

Our sponsors are the backbone of the success stories we see every day at McAdams. Ready to claim your spot for our 10th-anniversary milestone?

Scan the QR code on the flyer or check the first comment for the link to sponsor, golf, or donate!

05/18/2026

McAdams Student Success:

When one of our students started his junior year with us, he had only 4 credits. The mountain seemed too steep to climb.

But he was driven.

Just 1.5 years later, he accumulated 27 credits and graduated a full semester early.

This is what happens when a community refuses to give up on a student. For 10 years, the McAdams Academy Golf Classic has been an engine helping to fund these exact breakthroughs. Every team registered and every sponsor who steps up directly fuels these life-changing transformations.

Help us celebrate our landmark 10th Anniversary tournament and invest in the next decade of success stories.

Check out the link in the first comment below for registration details!

05/18/2026

Looking for a way to make a difference in the lives of local youth? McAdams Academy is growing, and we are looking for passionate individuals to join our team!

We are currently hiring for two vital roles:

Teacher
Help us maintain a positive learning environment and provide essential academic support. This role is perfect for someone who excels at tutoring, curriculum facilitation, and proactive behavior management. You’ll be a key part of our instructional team, guiding students and volunteers alike toward success.

School Resource Officer (SRO)
We are seeking a compassionate, trauma-informed professional to foster a safe and supportive campus. The SRO plays a critical role in de-escalation, student engagement, and safety education. If you have law enforcement experience and a heart for working with youth in a behavioral health setting, we want to hear from you.

Find the full job descriptions and our online application on our website. Click the first comment below to apply now!

05/14/2026

McAdams Connect: Capturing Success One Week at a Time

Our hearts are full as we celebrate the incredible achievements of our students. From personal growth to academic completion, it has been a season of honoring hard work and looking toward bright futures.

First, we highlighted our students personal success' at our McAdams Student Award Ceremony. We believe every student brings something vital to our program. This ceremony wasn't just about grades; it was about acknowledging the specific and unique contributions each student makes to our culture. Whether it was leadership, resilience, or kindness, every student walked away knowing they are a valued part of this academy.

The highlight of our semester culminated in our Senior Graduation Ceremony. This term, we are incredibly proud to announce four new graduates!

Watching these four individuals cross the stage was a powerful moment for all of us. We have seen firsthand the time they sacrificed to stay on track, the energy they poured into their studies, and the grit they showed when things got tough.

To our graduates: Your hard work has officially paid off. We couldn't be more proud to call you McAdams Alumni!

05/11/2026

We can’t believe it’s been a decade of golf for a great cause! Join us for the 10th Annual McAdams Academy Golf Classic on September 11, 2026.

We’re heading back to Sand Creek Station Golf Course in Newton, KS, and we want YOU to celebrate this special milestone with us. Whether you're a scratch golfer or just in it for the fun, come out and support our kids.

A very special thanks to Bowers Plumbing for making this event possible.

If you have questions, please reach out. Let's make this 10th year our best one yet!