Ascend Preparatory Academy is an open-enrollment, college preparatory public charter school that will serve 6-12 grade students who reside within Paulding County. The school will open in 2028 with grades 8th, 9th, and 10th and will add a grade each year.
Our vision is for Ascend Preparatory Academy to empower young minds to become thought leaders, act compassionately, and lead boldly – preparing them not only for college and their career, but also for life.
Vision Statement
The mission of Ascend Preparatory Academy is to provide a safe, high-quality, learner-centered educational environment where every scholar is known, supported, and challenged to reach their full potential. We hold high expectations for every scholar, believing in their ability to achieve and excel. Our instructional model blends real-world learning, mentorship, and character development, empowering scholars to grow into thought leaders. Together, these experiences equip every scholar with the skills and confidence to succeed academically.
Mission Statement
Integrity
We lead with honesty, fairness, and responsibility. Our actions reflect respect for ourselves, our peers, and our community. At Ascend, integrity means doing the right thing, even when it is difficult, and holding ourselves accountable to the values we uphold.
Curiosity
We nurture a love of learning and the courage to ask “why.” Through inquiry and discovery, scholars develop the creativity and critical thinking needed to lead change. Our culture encourages questioning, exploration, and celebrating diverse perspectives as essential parts of learning.
Resilience
We embrace challenges as stepping stones. With persistence and determination, our scholars learn to adapt, overcome obstacles, and rise stronger together. Resilience is the foundation of our name – each challenge is an opportunity to ascend higher.
Purpose
We prepare scholars to connect their passions with real-world purpose. Through exploration, mentorship, and experiential learning, students discover their strengths and pathways beyond the classroom. Purpose means equipping every scholar with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to pursue meaningful careers and contribute to their communities with impact.
Aim for Excellence. Act with Integrity. Stay Curious. Rise with Resilience. Live with Purpose.
Excellence
We pursue academic excellence and personal growth in all that we do. Every scholar is challenged to reach their highest potential and prepare for a future of limitless opportunities. Excellence means setting high expectations for ourselves and supporting one another to rise and meet them.