Along a quiet back-country road, this historical marker stands near the Tamassee DAR School and the…read moreadjacent mission, both tucked into the wooded hills with a sense of purpose and quiet resilience. The front of the marker reads, "Tamassee DAR School, founded by the S.C. Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) in 1919, was established in an area described as "remote but accessible where the need was greatest." It has long met the needs of children and families in crisis from the southern Appalachian Mountains. The S.C. Cottage, the first building on campus, was built by volunteers." And the reverse, "At first a boarding school for girls and a day school for boys, Tamassee offers academic, vocational, and citizenship training. As a partner with the Oconee County School District, it served as an elementary and high school until 1965 and has since been an elementary school. The National Society of the DAR began funding the school in 1921 and continues to support its programs." It is marker number 37-19 and it was erected in 2009 by the Tamassee DAR School. The setting feels both grounded and intentional. An enduring testament to service, education, and community care. [Round number review 1300 in South Carolina - 1243 of 2025 - 24795 overall]

This was stop #2 on our daughter's campus tour trip. We were greeted warmly at the Admissions…read moreoffice, which is an adorable old home, off the main road. The tour was very informative and we were taken through dorms and multiple buildings. Their student center is great and I personally was sold on the school after seeing the dining hall (so awesome). The campus is small and easy to get around. I love all the trees and just the general vibe on campus. Highly recommend a tour, if you're looking at colleges with your high school senior!

I currently have two students at AU, my daughter, who is a senior, and my son, who is a junior…read more Both my kids started at state schools and then transferred to AU. My daughter did two semesters at Coastal Carolina, and my son did three semesters at Western Carolina, before transferring. They are both very happy at AU and proud of the school they attend. They both run Cross Country, and Coach Eagle is a good man who has treated my kids wonderfully. My kids like their classes, their professors, the food in the cafeteria, and their housing, and have made wonderful friends there. I couldn't ask for more. As a parent, not much is better than when your kids are happy.

Amazing experience! I love the teachers and staff. They care about my son and our family. The class…read moresizes are small. My son has learned Spanish since Kindergarten. My son has been at OCA for four years, and we cannot imagine him at another school. I love the uniforms. My child is learning how to dress modestly and professionally. The school is more diverse than I anticipated, which I like, and I appreciate the emphasis on making the world a kinder place through personal interaction with others.

10/10 good stuff my guy Really good stuff…read more Good school Good building Good teachers Good lunch Good parking Good discipline Good stuff all around

Very strong Christian school with a very wonderful staff that model Jesus and all they doread more

Both of my children have attended (and as of this time, are still attending) Shannon Forest…read moreChristian School. It is the single best decision we have made for them in their lives. From KT with Debbie Patterson, who is a modern-day Saint, to the many, many other great teachers they have had and still have, and the leadership, made up of caring, concerned, Christian people who love and care about our children, it has been outstanding. And the education they are receiving is second-to-none. Both our son and daughter score in the upper 5% of the national testing each year. They have STEM and computer classes, and of course all of the standards, as well as Christian training. But most of all, the teachers there LOVE the children. They care about your children. And the other parents are a huge factor too. These are parents that are involved in their children's lives and are working with you to see that they all succeed. Shannon Forest is the best decision we have made for our children and I'd be happy to talk with anyone about it in person. Please feel free to reach out to me if you would like to talk about it. Finally, I saw another review here that was inaccurate and misleading. Please google search the accusations. The incident is described in a way that is factually incorrect and paints the school in a bad light. I don't know what the reviewer's motivations are, but I have to wonder why they included something that they clearly did not understand or have direct knowledge of, as the news and police reports paint a very different picture. I would be happy to discuss anything with anyone about Shannon Forest Christian school. It is not perfect, no place is, but it is an OUTSTANDING choice for parents who are looking for an affordable, caring, small class sized, Christian school for their children.