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'''Independence Preparatory Academy''' is a planned K-8 charter school in [[ | '''Independence Preparatory Academy''' is a planned K-8 charter school in [[Fairfield]]. It was founded by [[Calandra Sales]], formerly of [[New Schools for Alabama]] and [[Building Excellent Schools]]. The [[Alabama Public Charter School Commission]] approved its charter by a unanimous vote in May [[2023]]. | ||
New Schools for Alabama has provided $300,000 to support the school's launch. Sales expects to have $2.45 million in start-up grants secured before opening. The tuition-free school plans to open for Kindergarten through 2nd grade students in [[2024]] and to add a grade each year. | New Schools for Alabama has provided $300,000 to support the school's launch. Sales expects to have $2.45 million in start-up grants secured before opening. The tuition-free school plans to open for Kindergarten through 2nd grade students in [[2024]] and to add a grade each year. | ||
Revision as of 09:06, 15 May 2023
Independence Preparatory Academy is a planned K-8 charter school in Fairfield. It was founded by Calandra Sales, formerly of New Schools for Alabama and Building Excellent Schools. The Alabama Public Charter School Commission approved its charter by a unanimous vote in May 2023.
New Schools for Alabama has provided $300,000 to support the school's launch. Sales expects to have $2.45 million in start-up grants secured before opening. The tuition-free school plans to open for Kindergarten through 2nd grade students in 2024 and to add a grade each year.
In addition to regular coursework, students will have extra reading and math "acceleration" instruction in 40-60 minute blocks 4-5 times per week. Students will also complete "Eagle Quests", career-oriented special projects, twice each year.
References
- Griesbach, Rebecca (May 9, 2023) "Independence Prep charter school approved for Fairfield, joins 6 others in Birmingham metro." AL.com
External links
- Independence Preparatory Academy website