Post by Mel * on Oct 31, 2016 12:41:53 GMT
-- THE STORY
The Bellefonte Organization was from the day of its birth meant to be a sanctuary for specially gifted children, teenagers and adults. Then as the organization thrived, it became a school - specialized in training young mutants and was renamed "Bellefonte Academy". Remained hidden from the general population, the school was then built in the mountain area close to Kalispell, Montana.
Because mutants cover such a low percentage of the population (0.05%), it's no secret that such a difference would be frowned and even feared upon. Although the mutant society is mostly a secret from the general human population there are still those who know (or think) they exist.
The school itself, though, work like most other boarding schools. The school offers free lodging and food, as well as a variety of classes, clubs, sports and training sessions. Mutants come to the school to learn how to control their abilities and won't be able to leave until they do.
When someone's ability manifest, usually around the age of eleven to sixteen, a recruiter is sent out to collect the mutant and bring them back to the school where they can properly learn to hone their abilities by professional staff members.
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What side are you on? Are you a teenager, fighting to control your abilities? Maybe you're having trouble adjusting - or maybe you're just trying to cope. Are you a teacher, a trainer or another part of Bellefonte's staff team? Maybe you're just a local, unaware of the mutants inhabiting Kalispell?
You can be whoever you want to be. Just remember, with power comes great responsibility.
-- THE ACADEMY
Founded in 1861 by Ichabod Bellefonte, Bellefonte Academy has a long standing as the premier mutant training school. Throughout its illustrious history, it has been producing the finest individuals, all prepared and trained to integrate and contribute to the world around them. This fine institution has become the school to emulate, with top of the line training programs and an extremely high scholastic reputation. The fine men and women who walk these halls are destined to become the leaders of not only the Mutant Community, but the community in general. As our motto inscribes: “uti donum pro omnibus”; use your gift for all.
-- YOUR EDUCATION
All students are enrolled upon their manifestation. Our network of trained individuals seeks out any and all gifted individuals upon their manifestation and escorts them to Kalispell, where they are given the finest education. Our faculty and staff are drawn not only from our own pool of gifted alumni, but even from outside, everyday individuals. We seek to hire those with skills, talents, and training that can benefit our fine institution and provide the highest education. This goes all the way from basic education to the college. Our college program ranks in the top ten universities in all national rankings.
Bellefonte Academy follows all non-discrimination laws. We do not discriminate in hiring based on race, class, sex, gifted status, or any other unique differences that could be present. Slight preference is given to various gifted, as we wish to create a safe haven for those, as that has always been a founding purpose.
Our trained staff are ready to handle any and all students. In addition to the finest teachers and professors, we have several counselors and psychiatrists on hand to address the unique issues raised by gifted individuals. We also keep a well-trained and well-equipped security staff on hand at all times. These individuals are prepared to protect gifted from outside threats as well as to deal with any internal issues.
-- YOUR STUDENT BODY
Kalispell takes in every gifted individual in America and the rest of the world. Our student body ranges in age from eleven all the way to twenty-five, and there are even some non-traditional students participating in our fine college program.
At manifestation, which occurs as early as eleven and as late as sixteen, the student is escorted to our fine institution. All gifted are mandated by the government to receive training at one of the accredited institutions. They are recorded on all official documentation with gifted status, and are thus required to undergo training at an institution before integrating with the rest of the society. This is, of course, for the good of all involved.
Upon completion of traditional secondary schooling or completion of GED requirements, a student is allowed to enroll in either Bellefonte’s College program or another. An additional training requirement must also be fulfilled: accredited trainers must determine that a student has sufficient enough control of their powers.
-- STUDENT ACCOMMODATION
All students are provided free food and lodging.
The food is prepared on site and meets all national standards regarding nutrition and balance.
The dormitories have been recently renovated to provide the finest living situation possible. Students are grouped by age and are expected to share a unique four-room suite with three other gifted individuals. All are fully furnished, and each student is provided with a laptop for academic and personal use.
-- FUNDING
The school is mostly self-sufficient, thanks to excellent investment strategies by skilled mutants. Donations are still accepted via successful alumni, and are, of course, encouraged. Additional funding is also provided via the government through specific grants and programs.
All education of students is covered via funding. Any and all students that require funding for whatever reason are provided a weekly allowance through the school; often they are employed by the school to complete various jobs around campus to compensate.
-- KALISPELL, MONTANA
Kalispell Montana, located in Northwest Montana, is the largest city and commercial center for all of Northwest Montana. We are proud to be the host of Bellefonte Academy, as well as several other fine institutions serving our local young people.
Our community awareness of our gifted population is growing rapidly, as is our acceptance of all the fine people that come from Bellefonte Academy. Many of our businesses and services are uniquely designed to make life easier for students and staff of Bellefonte Academy. We are striving to create one of the most integrated communities for gifted individuals in the world. Many graduates of Bellefonte therefore choose to live in Kalispell.
Our law enforcement works in tandem with the school to deal with any and all mutant related incidents. We strongly discourage students from openly flaunting their abilities except during sanctioned community events, but we promise that we will work with the school to handle any and all cases.
We want to create a special place for our special residents.