Lighthouse Special Education Academy Celebrates Chamber Ribbon Cutting With Interactiv

Lighthouse Special Education Academy shared a Newnan-Coweta Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting with Interactiv Children’s Therapy on Tuesday, October 21, drawing a crowd of well over 100 supporters to celebrate the partnership.

Lauren Norris, director of operations and one of the founders of Lighthouse, said the turnout was “unimaginable” and reflected strong local connections. “It was incredible,” Norris said. “Just the turnout and the support that we got and the overwhelming sense of community—from business members, family, and friends—was amazing.”

Board president Daniel Campen explained that his own family’s experience with Interactiv led to his involvement with Lighthouse. “My daughter has been a patient here at Interactiv Children’s Therapy for the last five years,” Campen said. “I love seeing the impact that we’re having on the students, truly modeling Christ to them while giving them the individualized attention and education they need to move forward and have the best lives they possibly can.”

Lighthouse co-founder Keri Bethea said the community response affirmed the school’s mission. “It absolutely blows my mind,” Bethea said. “It’s so encouraging, and I just know that God is in this school because the support is out of this world.”

The event marked both organizations’ commitment to expanding educational and therapeutic opportunities for students with special needs in Coweta County. Lighthouse Special Education Academy serves elementary-aged youth who require individualized instruction and support—particularly those whose academic, social, or developmental needs are not being fully met in traditional classroom settings. With its focus on one-on-one and small-group teaching, therapy-informed interventions, and a Christian-based culture of care, the school offers a safe, nurturing environment where students can build confidence, make academic gains, develop meaningful communication and life skills, and prepare for the next stage of their lives.