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"ACPA was formed with the idea of creating a safe learning environment for every student...My school is a tight knit community and I wouldn't want it any other way." - ACPA Senior

"The teachers and staff are kind, there's a strong focus on arts, and I'm happy with the curriculum. I think the teachers and staff work really hard to create a good environment for the kids." - ACPA Parent

"I recommend that anyone that wants to go to a school where you are cared about should come here." - ACPA Junior

"I think the best thing about our school is the amount of opportunities that students have to learn about different types of arts and try their hand at it, while also still having a good academic program." - 2024 Graduate

"I look back on my time at ACPA often, and think about how lucky I was to have so many opportunities and connections at my fingertips there - I could try out any art form I wanted and I received so much support from my teachers and peers while doing so!" ACPA Alum

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Address & Contact Info

4401 Hilton Corporate Drive
Columbus, OH 43232

P: (614) 986-9974
F: (614) 986-9976

School Hours

Building opens: 7:45 am
School day starts: 8:45am
School day ends: 4:05pm
Building closes: 5:15pm

 

Important Dates

Beats, Ballads, & Artist Palettes
April 22, 2026

Spring EOCs
April 28-30, 2026

Film Festival + Fashion Show
April 30, 2026

ABCDE Day (No School for Students)
May 1, 2026

Middle School Share Day (AM), Freshman Showcase (PM)
May 14, 2026

Last Day of School
May 21, 2026

Graduation
May 22, 2026

Important Contacts

Ronnie Brown - School Director
ronnie.brown@artcollegeprep.org

Carinne Blackwell - Middle School Principal
blackwell@artcollegeprep.org

Catherine McMillin - High School Principal
mcmillin@artcollegeprep.org

Sarah Silver - Transportation Director
transportation@artcollegeprep.org

Enrollment Department
enrollment@artcollegeprep.org

News & Events

Prom 2026: Venetian Masquerade

Prom is coming soon! Tickets can be purchased for $55 each, or two for $100, and will be on sale during Lunch A April 13-16. Tickets can also be purchased at the door. Reminder, any Junior or Senior planning to bring a guest must have a completed guest form.  Forms can be found at the […]
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Order Yearbooks by April 1st!

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Special Board Meeting Notice 3/20/26

Notice of Special Meeting: In accordance with Ohio Revised Code Section 3313.16, the ACPA Board of Education will be meeting for the purpose of discussing personnel matters on March 24, 2026 at 6:15pm at the Greater Columbus Arts Council Conference Room located at 182 E. Long St. Columbus, OH 43215. This special meeting will move […]
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March/April Superintendent’s Message

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Let us introduce you to ACPA.

A place where students discover their voice, grow as artists, meet their people, and thrive academically.

 

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Our Mission

We have a climate and culture that is based on a trailblazing arts and college prep curriculum in an environment that is safe, inclusive, and progressive.

Our Vision

The vision of ACPA is to sustain a progressive teaching and learning culture that thrives on safety, acceptance, and inclusion, rigorous academics, a commitment to the arts, and college preparedness.

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Address

4401 Hilton Corporate Drive
Columbus, OH 43232

Phone & Fax

P: (614) 986-9974
F: (614) 986-9976

Email

contact@artcollegeprep.org

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