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DIGITAL HANDBOOK
ACADEMIC YEAR 2026–2027
KINGS & QUEENS | "Earn Your Krown"
A Program of KVegas Elite Inc (501(c)(3)) | Managed by KD THRILL LLC
Kendall Nelson, Founder | 336-500-4765 | knelson@krownacademy.org
1. Welcome from Coach Nelson
Welcome to Krown Academy. Welcome to the Kingdom.
I'm Kendall Nelson. I hold degrees in Sociology and Psychology. I'm a championship wrestling coach. And I was once a student who struggled to thrive in the traditional system. I built Krown Academy because I know what it's like to need someone who believes in you. For my Kings and Queens, that someone is me.
My philosophy: the pessimist complains about the wind. The optimist expects it to change. At Krown Academy, we adjust the sails.
Earn Your Krown.
— Coach Nelson
2. Our Mission & Organizational Structure
Krown Academy develops the whole King and Queen — mind, body, and character — through our foundational pillars: rigorous academics, championship-level athletics, intentional mentoring, and financial literacy. We serve students struggling to reach their full potential and student-athletes in grades 6–12 natively in Winston-Salem / Kernersville, NC. If public school isn't working for you, Krown Academy is your home.
Organizational Structure: Krown Academy is a program of KVegas Elite Inc (EIN: 33-4622985), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Management services provided by KD THRILL LLC (EIN: 86-3367612). Governed by the KVegas Elite Board of Directors.
3. Academic & Athletic Pillars
Academics: Academics are delivered through our proprietary digital curriculum (A full curriculum with digital textbooks that are state standards and scope and sequence aligned completely, preparing students with college readiness) supplemented by teacher-led direct instruction and daily assessments. Every student receives a 1:1 school-issued Chromebook for use in school and at home.
High School Acceleration: Exceptional 8th-grade students maintaining a 3.0+ GPA may formally petition to enroll in high school-level courses (Math I, ELA I, and Level 1 Foreign Languages) pending administrative approval.
Athletics: Our athletic programs emphasize holistic development. While wrestling is our inaugural cornerstone sport (with deep ties to USA Wrestling), we are actively establishing competitive pipelines for Soccer, Baseball, Softball, Basketball, Track & Field, and Football. All non-competing athletes participate in customized strength, conditioning, and agility training. A minimum 2.0 GPA is explicitly required for any athletic competition eligibility.
Mentoring: Every King and Queen participates in intentional mentoring. This includes daily morning mindset sessions, weekly 1-on-1 mentor meetings, sports psychology, journaling, and group mentoring on life skills. Coach Nelson designed this proprietary program stemming from his Sociology and Psychology education and personal experience.
4. Progressive Discipline Policy
At Krown Academy, I believe in restorative discipline — building students up, not pushing them out. With my background in Sociology and Psychology and my own experience as an at-risk youth, I understand that behavior is communication. When a King or Queen acts out, there’s a reason. My job is to address the behavior AND the root cause.
Behavioral Expectations
- Respect: Treat all peers, teachers, coaches, staff, and visitors with respect. Follow directions the first time.
- Responsibility: Come to school every day on time, prepared to learn. Bring your Chromebook fully charged.
- Effort: Give your best effort in every class, every practice, every mentoring session. Do not give up when something is hard.
- Integrity: Be honest. Do your own work. Do not cheat on assignments or assessments.
Progressive Framework
5. The Digital Portal & KCU Ecosystem
Krown Academy operates heavily on proprietary digital infrastructure. Every student is issued a login to the Student Portal and a digital Krown Credit Union (KCU) bank account.
- Automated Institutional Attendance: Official state attendance is logged securely via the Student Portal. Students must seamlessly log in before 8:00 AM daily to be counted officially Present. Failure to log in constitutes an unexcused absence.
- Financial Literacy Economy: The KCU system simulates real-world wages. Students "earn capital" through the Socratic AI Crucible, Ticket Owl submissions, and consistent discipline.
- The Storefront & Pitch System: Maintaining a positive KCU balance unlocks the ability to purchase premium academy services. A strict $500 KCU balance is required before a student is legally permitted to submit an entrepreneurial business pitch to the Investment Board.
Financial Restitution (KCU Fines)
6. Parent FAQs & Guidelines
What are the daily school hours?
8:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Students must arrive by 7:50 AM and be picked up by 3:15 PM.
Is transportation provided?
Transportation to and from the academy is the responsibility of the families. We currently operate a Bring Your Own Transportation policy.
Is lunch provided?
Krown Academy enforces a Bring Your Own Lunch policy for Year 1. All students are required to bring a packed, nutritious lunch daily. We do not provide cafeteria meal service at this time.
What is the 1:1 Device Policy?
Every student receives a school-issued Chromebook for academic use in school and at home. The device remains the property of Krown Academy. The family accepts financial responsibility for loss, theft, or intentional damage ($0 for normal wear and tear, $50 for accidental damage, up to $300 for intentional damage/loss).
How much is tuition?
Annual tuition is $7,900. This is fully covered for families qualifying for Tier 1–2 Opportunity Scholarships. I will personally walk every family through the scholarship application.
Legal Acknowledgment & Signature
By signing below, the student and guardian acknowledge they have read, understood, and formally submit to the academic, financial (KCU), and disciplinary policies of Krown Academy without exception.
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