Wayman Academy of the Arts was founded by Rev. Mark L. Griffin in 1999, who still currently serves as Chairman of the Board. WAA was approved as one of Duval County’s first charter schools, and in August 2000, opened its doors to 150 kindergarten through 5th grade students. Having seen two generations of students excel through its hallways, now, in its 20th year of operation, Wayman Academy is continuously striving for academic excellence.
Wayman Academy Board of Directors
- Rev. Mark L. Griffin
Chairman & Parent Representative / (904) 693-1503 mgriffin@wayman.org - Anthony R. Ammons, Sr.
- Terrence Harvey
- Carolyn B. Wilson
- Sam Newby
Our Vision
To provide a learning environment that is innovative, challenging and nurturing through the exposure of the Fine Arts. We will enhance our partnership with students, parents, and the community for the overall well-being and education of our children.
Our Mission
Wayman Academy Of The Arts will provide a relational, relevant and rigorous academic and arts program. Our goal is to develop a school-parent partnership whose vision and mission is developing and nurturing thinking, competent, self-confident, and, yes, happy students prepared to successfully complete secondary education. Additionally, we join the Duval County Public Schools in inspiring “all students to acquire and use the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global economy, and culturally diverse world.”
In addition to outstanding academics, Wayman Academy offers the following resources to students:
- Free Breakfast and Lunch
- An Apple iPad for each student
- Visual Art (2D and 3D)
- Music and Chorus
- Computer Labs
- Physical Education
- Student Mindfulness Exercises
- After-School Learning Program
- Counseling, Speech, Occupational Therapy, and E.S.E. Programs
For more information, call: (904) 695-9995
