NBRS Badge for Merle Sidener Gifted Academy
Merle Sidener Gifted Academy - Indianapolis, IN
Art Engagement
Refusing to settle for 100% proficiency in reading and math, Sidener Academy continues to strive to provide increasing excellence to high ability students from an extremely diverse population in the Indianapolis area. By differentiating instruction and incorporating technology, students receive a rigorous curriculum provided by a qualified staff. While continuously striving to improve themselves through professional growth opportunities and collaboration, staff provide students with an enriching curriculum through creative, hands-on learning experiences.
Sidener Academy's commitment to academic success is evident in all that they do. In its focus to educate the whole child, students are given opportunities to excel in areas of their choice such as foreign languages, orchestra, chess, robotics, karate, We The People, and a successful sports program. With a global awareness, students have a strong commitment to giving back to the community by celebrating International Volunteer Day, by raising funds for charitable organizations, and by collecting donations for local food pantries. Sidener makes an effort to establish partnerships with local businesses to support the educational needs of its students. Parents are invested in building and sustaining cooperative relationships within the school by sponsoring after school activities, supporting other parents, writing grants for school resources, and helping directly in the classroom. This commitment from students, staff, families, and local businesses makes everyone Redhawk proud!
Sidener Academy, home of the Redhawks, seeks to ensure that all of its students are given the tools to become empowered, successful, and contributing global citizens for life.
2014 Awardee
Merle Sidener Gifted Academy
2424 Kessler Blvd East Drive
Indianapolis, IN, 46220-2867
Principal at time of Nomination:
Mrs. Tennille Wallace
Title I School, Magnet School
Indianapolis Public Schools
Urban or large central city
Mission
Merle Sidener Gifted Academy serves to meet the unique academic, social, and emotional needs of high ability students from diverse social, cultural and economic backgrounds.
Student Demographics