Explore Academy LVS
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Grades Served
6-11 for 2022-23
(Grades 6-12 in 2023-2024)
ADDRESS
3551 N Ferrell St.
North Las Vegas, NV 89032
Phone: (702) 483-6332
Contact
The Explore Academy Educational Model
Innovative and creative as never before seen in education, the Explore Academy Educational Model reinvents the entire learning process. For more information about the Explore Academy experience, visit the home page.
History of Explore Academy - Las Vegas
The first Explore Academy opened its doors as a New Mexico state-authorized charter school in August 2014. Explore Academy - Las Vegas was authorized by the State Public Charter School Authority (SPCSA) in 2019 and opened its doors in August 2020.
Explore LVS partners with Explore Learning Network (ELN) to implement the innovative Explore Learning model, an educational framework based on choice that promotes student growth and responsibility while providing an individualized educational path for each student.
School Administration
Head Principal: Gretchen Larsen
Assistant Principal: Alexandria Taylor
CURRENT STUDENTS
Back-to-School Guide (2022-2023) *NEW*
School Supply Lists - Individual, Community
School: EXPLORE ACADEMY
General Info: @EALVSNEWS
SCHOOL NEWS
INTRO VIDEO SERIES
Several introductory videos are available here for families to learn more about the school's procedures, including enrollment process, mid/high schedules, college prep, dress code, technology, and discipline. All are brief (under 10 minutes). Keep checking back for more videos!
Parents, did you know that you can view grades and attendance in Infinite Campus? Please click and watch this one-minute video!
Weekly Family Compass
Please view the weekly Family Compass by clicking here.
Emergency Operations Plan
The development committee has reviewed the school's Emergency Operations Plan.
Nevada Accountability Report Card
Nevada School Performance Ratings (NSPF) and accountability indicators were carried over from the 2018-2019 reporting year (prior to the opening of Explore Academy - Las Vegas). However, school information for 2021-2022, the second year of operations, is available at Explore Academy - Nevada Accountability. State, district, and individual school data for all Nevada public schools are available in the Nevada Accountability Portal.
School Performance Plan (SPP)
Read the SSP, also referred to as a Continuous Improvement Plan (CIP).
Please note that the priorities are identical for both levels due to a small staff at a growing school. All professional learning and coaching will be aligned.
including the annual report per NRS 387.12468, which compares personnel and services provided during prior year with those of the current year.
Technology Plan
Explore Academy - Las Vegas has a one-to-one technology program as each student has a Chromebook. Teachers/staff have either a laptop or Chromebook. The school provides a device and/or hotspot for students who are eligible for such support. This reduces the complications of transitioning to distance education in the event of an emergency.
SURVEY FOR ALL STAKEHOLDERS!
Annually, we collect data about the needs, concerns, and opinions of our school community. We use this data to drive decisions for federal and state funding applications, school initiatives, academic programs, etc.
We value your honest feedback and look forward to your responses.
Fill out the stakeholder survey here
Deadline was April 17 and survey is now closed.
EXPLORE WITH US
*NEW* 2023-24 School Year (Gr 6-12)
INFORMATION SESSIONS
For families who are interested in learning more about Explore Academy and the model.
Dates:
May 8- 6-7 pm
VIRTUAL OFFICE HOURS
For families that have been accepted and are currently in the enrollment process, we are providing virtual principal office hours
each week for parents to meet with
our school leaders.
See the office hours times below:
Click on the time to join the meeting
LOTTERY INFORMATION
The lottery was held on March 31, 2023.
Enrollment is now on a first-come, first served basis until seats are filled.
See Admission and Enrollment Policy here.
INTERESTED TEACHERS!
For the 2022-23 school year, Explore Academy is accepting applications for many positions. Visit our Careers page to learn more or complete the online application.
GOVERNING BOARD
Public Notice and Current Agenda
Nevada Open Meeting Law Manual
Explore Academy contracts with
Explore Learning Network (ELN), a non-profit
Charter Management Organization (CMO).
Per NRS 388A.020, Charter Management Organization (CMO) means:
1. A nonprofit organization that holds a written charter, charter contract or other equivalent agreement to operate more than one charter school in this State or another state; or
2. A nonprofit organization incorporated in this State for
the purpose of operating a charter school in cooperation
with a charter management organization that holds a written charter, charter contract or other equivalent agreement to operate more than one charter school in another state.
Per NRS 388A.030, Education Management Organization (EMO) means a for-profit entity that contracts with and is accountable to the governing body of a charter school to provide centralized support or operations, including, without limitation, educational, administrative, management, compliance, or instructional services or staff, to the charter school.
SCHOOL PROGRAMS
Free/Reduced Lunch Application
TITLE IA PROGRAM:
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Parent's Right to Know
(also in Student Handbook)
ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS
Pupil and Parents Rights
OCCUPATIONAL/PHYSICAL THERAPY (OT/PT) REPORT
EXTRACURRICULARS
Coming Soon!