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Academics. Careers. Leadership.

IDEA prepares students with the academic, social, leadership, and occupational skills for post-secondary opportunities and to be responsible citizens who contribute to the community.

Five Guiding Principles

Each student is an important and valued member of the IDEA community. and must embody in word and action the Five Guiding Principles that guide who we are and how we behave:

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Latest News

Claim Your Spot in the Class of 2023 Before It's Too Late!

IDEA is still accepting registration for incoming 9th graders until August 23.

Anthony Contee Performs at Night Out for Safety and Liberation

The 11th grade guitarist, composer, and singer performed original music.

Four IDEA Grads Present at Urban Alliance Public Speaking Challenge

Makiya Johnson, Malaysia Johnson, Kajah Watkins, and Kinnidy Williams presented what they learned over the past school year.

Welcome Back to School: a Message from Principal McCrae

Each month Principal Nicole McCrae shares news and insights about what's happening at IDEA.

10 IDEA Scholars Vying for Prestigious Posse Scholarships

Posse Scholars receive full college scholarships and intensive support before, during, and after college.

Peer Group Connection Pairs Trained Peer Leaders with Incoming Freshmen

The peer leaders will mentor younger students throughout their first year at IDEA.

Andrea Zimmermann Joins IDEA as Director of Career and Technical Education

Ms. Zimmermann will work with IDEA's construction and design, child development, and coding programs and more.

Urban Teachers Fellows Return to Class with More Experience and Insight

IDEA is excited to have three Urban Teachers Fellows taking on more teaching responsibilities this year.

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Testimonials

The faculty at IDEA is AMAZING. I have never experienced at any other school the attention, love, and compassion that the IDEA staff have for my children.

~ N. Brown, IDEA Parent

IDEA Public Charter School