This academy is doing amazing work with teens who for a variety of reasons don't find their best…read moresuccess at in a standard school structure. The teachers are enthusiastic and caring and provide not just training but life experiences. The curriculum encourages hands on experience as well as real life training, and provides a multitude of ways for the teens to excel. We had the honor of presenting to the teens both in the morning and afternoon session, and were impressed with their interaction as well as knowledge. The students have also participated in service projects which are a regular part of the schedule. Great space and exciting to see how well the teens are doing in this environment where they feel supported and encouraged.

"Child safety? Too busy belittling and demeaning my students!" - Teacher at this "school."…read more "You have a safety concern regarding unauthorized visitors to your child's classroom? Let's keep this quiet so I can just ignore this..." - Principal at this "school."

They do not do well with serving students with disabilities and do not correctly honor legal…read moreagreements that get your child to correct place and to the correct parent after school. If you have a student with special needs or have a family supported by court agreement, IPS would not be a good choice. The most vulnerable are, many times, left behind and staff accountability is low.

My Vote, My Voice. This is my polling place for election day. The staff is great and helpful. It's…read morealways nice to pitch in where I can and I am always happy to give my opinion if someone asks.

We are so thankful for St. Richard's Episcopal School and the experience it has provided our…read morefamily. The sense of community is exceptional, the education is thoughtful and rigorous, and the extracurricular opportunities are enriching and well-rounded. Above all, our children are happy, engaged, and excited to learn. It is a true joy to send them to a place that nurtures both their hearts and minds.

As a new family at St. Richard's, we've been so impressed by the supportive staff, strong…read moreacademics, and genuine focus on equity, inclusion, and parent engagement. From day one, our children have been encouraged to grow both academically and socio-emotionally. I love the values-based curriculum and inclusive chapel time--where all faiths are truly celebrated; I've even attended Yom Kippur and Diwali services there. My active son enjoys P.E. three times a week, and my daughter thrives on the frequent, hands-on field trips. We're also excited about the unique French Exchange program offered in 5th grade Even Chef Andy's fresh, delicious lunches have inspired my picky eaters to try new foods! We couldn't be happier with our transition to St. Richard's. (One caveat: my children don't have special needs, I can't speak personally to the school's special education resources.)