As a public charter high school, Independence Academy prepares scholars to pursue opportunity-filled futures through rigorous academics, culturally responsive teaching, and a school community that inspires courage, leadership, and impact.
At Independence Academy, students in grades 9–12 engage in challenging coursework that builds the skills, confidence, and critical thinking needed for life after graduation. Our teachers use high-quality, standards-aligned curriculum and data-informed instruction to help students grow, while centering the voices, histories, and lived experiences of our student population.
We know that success can take many forms. IA students explore a range of postsecondary pathways including 2- and 4-year colleges, skilled trades, and other career options through college and career readiness courses, intentional advising, and partnerships that provide real-world exposure. Many of our students will be the first in their families to pursue higher education, and we walk alongside them and their caregivers through each step of that journey.
Beyond academics, Independence Academy is a place where students are known, cared for, and pushed to grow. Advisory, mental health support, and a variety of activities and leadership opportunities help students build community and develop a strong sense of purpose.
Grounded in Intrepid’s mission to “ignite passion, seek knowledge, and inspire bravery,” Independence Academy partners with families to support students through one of the most pivotal stages of their development. We invite you to learn more about our high school experience and explore what it looks like to join the Independence Academy community.
Christina McDonald
Independence Academy is an incredible community of people who work incredibly hard with their whole heart on behalf of kids. With them at the center of everything that we do, we are able to do some incredible work.
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