News & Announcements

Two LISA Academy Teams Compete in Southwest Regional Aerial Drone Championship

Congratulations to the teams from LISA Academy Rogers-Bentonville and LISA Academy Springdale who traveled to Lexington, South Carolina to compete in the Drone Championship. These advanced STEM students continue to challenge themselves through real-world applications of engineering, design, and problem-solving. We’re proud of their hard work and commitment to excellence!

LISA Academy Northwest Arkansas GT Showcase

The Northwest Arkansas GT Showcase was a vibrant celebration of student talent, featuring various performances—from singing, dancing, and playing musical instruments to a captivating skit—highlighting the exceptional abilities of LISA Academy's gifted students. These young performers entertained and exemplified the creativity and dedication fostered within LISA Academy's Gifted and Talented (GT) program.

ATLAS Testing Reminders

Our students will be taking the ATLAS test this week! This is their time to shine and show all they’ve learned. We encourage everyone to be at school and on time each day—these tests are important! Free breakfast will be available for all testing students on testing days. Let’s make this week one full of confidence, focus, and success!
For 3rd-8th grades:
4/22-4/23, 4/29-4/30
5/12-5/12

For Kindergarten-2nd grades:
5/5-5/9 and 5/12-5/16

LISA Springdale Orientation Night - New Families

LISA Springdale Orientation Night - New Families

LISA Academy Springdale Principal Dawn Hammonds Completes the Arkansas Leadership Academy Master Principal Program!

LISA Academy Springdale Principal Dawn Hammonds Completes the Arkansas Leadership Academy Master Principal Program!

Principal Dawn Hammonds of LISA Academy Springdale has completed the Arkansas Leadership Academy Master Principal Program, a three-year professional development program focused on effective school leadership and continuous improvement. The program supports principals in building collaborative school cultures, using data to drive decisions, and improving student outcomes. Her completion of this program is a positive step for LISA Academy Springdale as we continue to strengthen leadership and provide high-quality, STEM-C focused, college-prep education for students.

LISA Academy letter grade

LISA Academy Celebrated Improvement With Simulated State Letter Grades

LISA Academy is proud to share the results of the Arkansas Department of Education’s simulated school letter grades, which reflect significant academic growth and continued excellence across the public charter school district. These ratings are based on the updated ATLAS accountability measures for the 2023–24 academic year.

LISA Academy Students Explore the World: Spring Break Adventures

This spring break, LISA Academy students took learning beyond the classroom, embarking on two exciting educational journeys—one across Europe and another along the West Coast for an exclusive college tour. These immersive travel experiences aligned with LISA Academy’s commitment to STEM education, college preparation, and innovative learning for Arkansas K-12 students.

A Paws-itively Unforgettable Visitor

A Paws-itively Unforgettable Visitor

Thank you to Officer Booths for bringing Oliver the K-9 and speaking to Kindergarten!

LISA Academy Best GT Growth Scores in the State

LISA Academy Awarded Best GT Growth Scores Among Large Districts

LISA Academy is honored to announce that our Gifted and Talented (GT) program has been recognized by the Office of Education Policy (OEP) for achieving the best GT growth scores among large districts in the state. This prestigious recognition highlights our commitment to providing exceptional opportunities for our gifted students, fostering academic excellence, and ensuring their continuous growth. We are incredibly proud of our dedicated educators, supportive families, and hardworking students who have contributed to this achievement. This honor reaffirms LISA Academy’s mission to cultivate a dynamic and enriching learning environment where all students can reach their full potential.

LISA Academy Read Across America

LISA Academy Celebrates Read Across America: Inspiring a Love for Literacy

Students at Northwest Arkansas LISA Academy campuses celebrated Read Across America with a week filled with engaging activities that highlighted the power of literacy. Educators encouraged students to explore new stories while emphasizing reading as a gateway to knowledge and opportunity. Throughout the week, students took part in interactive read-aloud sessions, dressed as their favorite literary characters, and participated in book-themed STEM activities that connected reading with science. At LISA Academy, fostering meaningful discussions about the impact of reading across all areas of life remains a core part of our commitment to academic excellence and student growth.

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