Harding Fine Arts Academy Award-winning public charter school focused on fine arts integration. Grades 5 & 6 (NEW!) and 9 through 12.
H arding Fine Arts Academy is a diverse charter school known for its small class sizes (16 students to 1 teacher) and emphasis on arts-integrated curriculum. Enrollment is open to all with students selected through a lottery system. There is no tuition fee or audition required. Although traditionally a high school serving grades 9 to 12, the school is expanding enrollment to grades 5 and 6 for the 2024-25 academic year, with the goal of serving grades 5 through 12 by school year 2027-28. The Academy offers a robust list of fine arts courses and, in addition, teachers incorporate the arts into all academic classes. For example, a math class might determine equations for a graphic arts project. The arts-integrated curriculum results in teachers who get creative in presenting information and students who are more engaged, confident and competent at problem solving. In addition to receiving numerous awards, including 56 Oklahoma Education Awards for Arts Excellence over the years and being an OKA+ High School, the school also boasts impressive statistics regarding their students. The recent graduating senior class of 78 students collectively received more than $2.7 million in college scholarships. Interested parents can learn more and apply online at the school’s website or contact recruitment coordinator Bronda Williams at 405-702-4322 or bronda.williams@hfaaokc.org.
I plan to go to college for cybersecurity or computer programming, so my favorite class is honors Algebra II. But I also enjoy graphic design. It allows me to wind down and just get my thoughts and ideas out. Having the option to do both makes HFAA unique. Victor E., junior student
3333 N Shartel Ave, OKC 405-702-4322 hardingfinearts.org/apply-now
Westminster School Inspiring students to work hard, be curious, respect others and be resilient
W estminster graduates are confident, compassionate and connected people who think well, work hard and work well with others. Westminster is an informal, child-centered school where children and teachers know each other well and respect each other as individuals. The school serves students in PreK(3) through 8th grade and offers an educational experience in which questions are encouraged, creativity and curiosity are nurtured and academic skills are developed. Westminster students are inspired to try new things, celebrate their successes and value the lessons learned when they are not successful. Teachers create an encouraging environment in which students have the freedom to make decisions and learn to take responsibility for their decisions. The school believes strongly in the importance of a tolerant and diverse educational community and recognizes that the educational success of its students requires the trust and support of parents, students and teachers working together.
600 NW 44th St, OKC 405-524-0631 westminsterschool.org
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