Education One, Trine University's charter school authorizer, has announced its annual performance report and stakeholders for the 2022-2023 school year, reflecting both an increase in the number of schools in its portfolio and the satisfaction of the schools it serves. Presented the survey data.
With a statewide network of 11 schools and approximately 4,000 students enrolled in the 2022-23 school year, Education One schools reach every corner of the state and represent diverse communities and needs. Its portfolio includes Montessori, project-based learning, STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) and virtual model schools, providing unique and innovative learning opportunities for Indiana students and their families. .
For 2022-2023, the authorizer's portfolio of schools included Fort Wayne's Timothy L. Johnson Academy and Timothy L. Johnson Academy Middle School. Thea Bowman Leadership Academy in Gary. Dynamic Mind Academy and Central Indiana School of Nature in Indianapolis. Lawrence County Independent Schools in Bedford; Success Academy Elementary School, Career Academy Middle School, and Career Academy High School in South Bend. And he has two state-wide virtual schools: Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy and Paramount Online Academy.
Aligned with Education One's guiding principles, the core values that drive decision-making, authorizers have continued to advance in the charter school space.
Education One values our partnerships and collaborations with our Trine University partners and charter schools across the state. From 2022 to 2023, Education One offered more than 20 free dual enrollment courses for high school students and accepted more than 1,500 students into her STEM camps.
Additionally, the authorizer worked to develop an immediate enrollment program for students at Education One charter high schools. This allows for discounted rates for additional dual enrollment courses, waived test admission requirements, merit-based scholarships offered individually to each student upon admission, and access. Become a college student success coach. In addition, an $18,000 annual co-branded scholarship will be awarded to one student each year who chooses to attend Trine University.
At the state and national level, Education One has expanded its presence and become an accredited member of the National Charter School Institute's A-GAME Early Adopter Coalition. The group focuses on measuring school performance in an equitable manner while maintaining high expectations for the school.
In the stakeholder survey, 82.7% of respondents said they were “very satisfied” with Education One's partnership with their school. Additionally, 17.3% responded that they were “satisfied.” The survey had a 74% participation rate from stakeholders such as board members, school staff, and representatives of educational service providers.
Samantha Bandy, director of education at Dynamic Minds Academy, said in the report: Thank you for holding us all accountable! ”
Education One currently has 15 charter schools in the state, with three more scheduled to open in fall 2024.
For more information about Education One, visit education1.org.
