A tuition-free public charter school in Cincinnati, built on the belief that students who express themselves artistically and physically can achieve more academically.
Empowered by the Arts Academy is a tuition-free public charter school serving grades K-8 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Since 2020, we've believed in the power of the arts to ignite creativity and inspire learning — with students exploring dance, art, music, and physical education daily.
We provide a uniquely structured learning environment where children reach their academic potential while developing their artistic voices and physical abilities — designed specifically for high-energy, super-creative K-8 scholars who thrive with guidance, structure, and support.
After completing our first year with a positive school environment and real academic progress, we've continued building a community-connected school that elevates academics through a strong arts connection with STEAM.
Every decision and classroom interaction at Empowered by the Arts Academy is guided by these principles.
Students allowed to express themselves artistically and physically achieve more academically.
We meet your child where they are and build an individualized program from there.
Regular safety drills and a caring staff keep every scholar safe and supported.
As a community-connected school, our families, staff, and partners work together to elevate every scholar.
Alongside rigorous academics, we provide a variety of programs in Dance, Arts, Music, and Physical Education, along with individualized learning plans and one-on-one support and guidance.
STEAM learning and PBLs are incorporated into daily instruction, blending rigorous academics with creative expression.
We build an individualized program around every scholar, with 1-on-1 support and guidance to keep them on track.
Community partners provide arts programming, and visual arts are incorporated into daily STEAM instruction.
Afterschool boxing club and Social-Emotional Learning groups build confidence, discipline, and connection.
Our educators are passionate, experienced, and deeply committed to the Cincinnati community they serve.
Led by Principal Sherwin Ealy, our leadership team builds a safe, welcoming culture and climate for every scholar.
Professional instructors delivering rigorous academics alongside dance, art, music, and creative writing instruction.
Led by Dean of Students Derek Reid, our team guides every family from first contact through enrollment, with questions escalated to Principal Ealy as needed.
Connect with a friendly enrollment counselor today. No commitment required.