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NOLA Education
Purpose
NOLA Education LLC. Star Academy program is a “school-within-a-school” intervention and acceleration program for academically at-risk students. It uses a hands-on, project-based, STEM-inspired curriculum to reengage learners who have fallen behind, accelerating them up to two grade levels in a single year while improving their attendance, behavior and test scores. The core curriculum aligns with local, district and state standards. Star Academy also exposes students to employment possibilities, relating their learning to potential careers so they understand its relevance to their success in life. Star Academy has achieved a 95% retention rate among at-risk cohorts from which 90% were expected to drop out. The program has been proven at nearly 100 sites across 14 states, with 84% of students advancing two grade levels in a single year, 95% increasing standardized test scores, and dramatically improved attendance, social skills and behavior.
Mission
NOLA Education's mission is to transform the trajectory of students who have fallen behind, getting them back on track to a great future. More broadly, the company is on a "Mission from God" to improve the lives of and give hope to the students and people we touch.
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Brand Promise
NOLA Education commits to:
- 80 to 80: Targeting students of which 80% are expected to dropout, Star Academy will flip to 80% achievement after 1 year
- Provide on-site, monthly support to ensure program fidelity
- Academy is ready for students within 6 weeks
NOLA Education commits to:
- 80 to 80: Targeting students of which 80% are expected to dropout, Star Academy will flip to 80% achievement after 1 year
- Provide on-site, monthly support to ensure program fidelity
- Academy is ready for students within 6 weeks
Values
- Have Fun
- 90,000 hours of life is work; let’s make it meaningful and fun! Laughter,
friendly competition, and not taking ourselves too seriously create an
environment that brings moments of joy to those around us.
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