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Our Mission

Graduation Academy exists to close the achievement and opportunity gaps for all students by providing academic Rigor with Integrity in a Safe learning enrvironment through a Racial Equity lens.

Our Vision

By identifying the strengths and talents of Graduation Academy scholars, we strive to provide support, in collaboration with referring high schools, as they embrace life’s challenges, meet graduation requirements, become responsible citizens and obtain the skills needed to meet their post-secondary goals.

School Pledge

“Life is not easy for any of us. But what of that? We must have perseverance and above all confidence in ourselves. We must believe that we are gifted for something and that this thing must be attained.” – Marie Curie

2020 Virtual Graduation

Flexible Scheduling Options (Parenting, Employed and On-Track Students)
Accelerated Credit Completion through On-line Plato and Independent Studies
Prenatal & Parenting Support Program (9-12)
ISTEP 10+/ ASVAB Remediation and Graduation Pathway Preparation (11-12)
Breakfast & Lunch Provided
Free IndyGo Bus Passes

Location:
1500 E. Michigan St.
Indianapolis, IN 46201
Phone: 317.693.5441
Fax: 317.693.5450

School Hours:
7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m./Universal Remote Learning Hours 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Trenna Sultzer, Principal, sultzert@myips.org
Yoshida Williams-Bolds, Counselor, williamsy@myips.org
Sherelle Smith, English Teacher, smithsm@myips.org
Margaret Ubelhor, English Teacher, ubelhorm@myips.org
Claudette Dyson, Parenting Student Support/IA, dysonc@myips.org
Robert Lyon, Math Teacher, lyonr@myips.org
Eric Broadus, Science/P.E./Health Teacher, broaduse@myips.org
Benjamin Purcell, Social Studies Teacher, purcellb@myips.org
Hannah Anderson, Art Teacher, andersonh@myips.org
Jennifer Pizarro, ESL Support, pizarroj@myips.org
Tammie Allen, Administrative Associate, allent@myips.org
Leah Stotts, Office Associate, prewittl@myips.org

Latest News from Our School

Graduation Academy Home Learning ContactsAugust 18, 2020
Contact information and hours for Graduation Academy during Home Learning.
IN Coronavirus UpdatesApril 10, 2020
https://coronavirus.in.gov/
Home Learning Tips for Students, Parents and StaffApril 10, 2020
https://www.indystar.com/story/news/education/2020/03/20/coronavirus-indiana-parents-teachers-on-elearning-amid-closures/2869683001/

Daily Calendar

Ready to Learn More?

If you’re interested in exploring what Graduation Academy has to offer, please fill out the form below. Someone from our team will be in touch with you shortly! Those interested in enrolling should have their school counselor reach out directly.

TITLE IX REPORTING

Complaints or reports alleging sexual assault, sexual harassment, dating violence, stalking, or gender discrimination, including sexual orientation or gender identity, involving an IPS student, employee, or person affiliated with IPS should be immediately reported to the Title IX Coordinator at TitleIXCoordinator@myips.org.

Complaints or reports may be made anonymously but no disciplinary action will be taken against an alleged aggressor solely on the basis of an anonymous report.