Home of the Patriots
Welcome to ALA Johnston 6-12—proudly serving junior high and high school students in the Clayton area! Our mission is to deliver an exceptional educational experience that nurtures the whole child in a safe, academically challenging, and supportive environment. Rooted in our R.A.I.S.E. values—Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Service, and Excellence—we foster a moral and wholesome setting where students can excel and develop as leaders both in and out of the classroom.
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What is a Charter School?
Operating under a performance contract called a charter—which specifies mission, curriculum, goals, and assessment methods—charter schools are publicly funded institutions with greater autonomy than conventional public schools. They are designed to promote innovation and provide diverse educational options suited to the specific needs of the communities they serve.
Parents' Corner
Students, get the information you need at the touch of a button. Our website has course catalogs you can sort through, University admissions information, online transcript request forms, and other important services for 6-12 students.
We're dedicated to preparing our students for whatever path they choose - whether it's college, a career, vocation, or within armed forces. Get information about our college and career prep services online or contact student services.
See what's new and what's happening at Johnston 6-12 by visiting our school calendar. In addition to posting upcoming breaks and early release days, we share event information.
Gain access to American Leadership Academy, Johnston 6-12's lunch menu, parent/student portal links, school supply list, uniform store, and more. Our campus resource tab holds information for parents and students who are enrolled for the new/current school year.
Meet the Director
Ray Turley, Director
Mr. Raymond Turley joins ALA Johnston after having 34 years of experience in education, with 20 of those years being a science teacher in the Mesa School District in Arizona. His passion for education stems from a wide range of responsibilities in the education field, from the classroom to district positions.
Before joining American Leadership Academy, Mr. Turley was an associate director for an online program for over a decade. Mr. Turley is native to Arizona, having been born and raised in Prescott.
He has an associate degree in graphic design from Yavapai College, a bachelor's degree in secondary education in science, and a master's degree in secondary curriculum from Arizona State University. Mr. Raymond Turley is thrilled to be a part of the ALA Johnston family.
Spotlight
Melissa Hansen
"I was so grateful to see him come to a school where there was some accountability " Learn more.
Deborah Byers
"These teachers want the kids to be successful.." Learn more.
Laura Paulsen
"I've never seen my child care more about his grades and his character. " Learn more.
De'lean Strong
"The students feel like they are wanted here." Learn more.
Christine Stine
"The second that we saw the R.A.I.S.E. Values, we knew [...] we wanted our children to go somewhere they were going to be taught to be good citizens." Learn more.
Aisha Bakkar
"...ALA is definitely the school you wanna send your kids to! " Learn more.
Heather Rodriquez
"ALA is the right fit, and will continue to be the right fit, because of the R.A.I.S.E. system.." Learn more.
The ALA Life
Raising Leaders
The teachers and staff at American Leadership Academy, Johnston 6-12 is focused on each child as a whole. Through our academics, extracurriculars, sports, and fine arts, we R.A.I.S.E leaders who have a well-rounded education.
