Testimonials

“A school unlike any other, where every student can find their place in the world and call ACPA home.

The teachers really care and the peers you are surrounded by push you to think more deeply every day. This school left me ready for 4 years at a highly esteemed college and with hundreds of memories for years to come.”

“If you're looking for a place to truly express yourself, ACPA is definitely the place for you.

ACPA has such an open and accepting atmosphere where students are able to use the arts to show who they truly are. It isn't really the place for playing sports but if you workout or enjoy sports there are people you can relate to. The people are so authentically themselves and have no problems with sharing that with the world.”

“What I really love about ACPA is the environment and creativity. 

ACPA is pretty diverse so the environment is pretty welcoming and open to different kinds of people. I like that there are murals on the wall and art work everywhere, I like the vocal, dance, and band lab performances throughout the year.”

“Arts & College Preparatory Academy is a great environment for finding who you are and your art-related interest.

The teachers are insanely amazing! Meeting friends is super easy because everyone is so welcoming. There are many diverse art classes, as well as strong academic classes as well. If you ever need school help or personal life help there is always someone there. Whether that is a student, teacher, administrator, or even people who work at the front desk! It is a great learning environment, and you have the opportunity to learn so much about yourself at this school!”

“This school has some of the most caring staff and offers unique opportunities for its students.

Classes rarely ever have a dull moment. This school is extremely diverse and offers a safe-space for students.”

“It's one of the most rewarding schools you can find.

 We are a liberal arts school and we encourage good education by letting our students try all the arts they want while preparing for college, unlike any other high school. I'd definitely recommend for anyone who needs a safe space or a challenge academically.”

“The Arts and College Preparatory Academy is a great school for academics and arts.

The environment is open and progressive. The teachers are supportive and hard working. They help in every way they can and create many opportunities for growth. The teachers also create opportunities for identity and art exploration.”

“I have never been judged ever for anything I've said or done.

Nearly every opinion and idea is accepted and/or tolerated. Plus, whenever I'm feeling down or just not up to it, I have people emotionally supporting me and making sure my day is much better than before.”

“I feel like when I am having a crappy day, my peers who don't even know me care enough to stop and see what's wrong.

ACPA has allowed to grow in a way that I feel confident in myself.

I don't care about what others have to say anymore.”

“Although some of the teachers and students may not always understand what others are experiencing,

they are always willing to learn."

“At ACPA, I feel that I have many resources to talk to if I ever feel the need to. Every student is open to conversation and just listens to what you have to say. Same goes with the staff.

ACPA is a safe environment for me to express my feelings.

I feel that if I do, no one will bring me down or tell me rude things. Even though there are some arguments and times where I might not like someone, I always come around to realizing how amazing they are. I feel like I can talk to any teacher about anything, even if I don’t know or necessarily have themin a class. I love it."

"I just wanted to express my feelings during an ACPA visit I had with my children, Taylor and Tyne. GG Howard was kind enough to set up a shadowing experience for them on that day. It was an absolutely astounding day!

Never in my life have I seen such a welcoming, accommodating school and student body as I did that day at ACPA. The students and staff greeted us with such enthusiasm and sincerity that I was just bowled over. Before the visit GG told us how great the students and staff were, but that information paled in comparison to the actual experience. No one had coached the students beforehand, their reactions were totally impromptu.

It became obvious that ACPA is no ordinary school.

There is something very special occurring there. The air of acceptance and open-mindedness is demonstrated not only in the students' dress, but more importantly in the way this very diverse student body co-exists on a daily basis. As a child of the 60's we chanted about acceptance and love for all. Your students not only support those ideals, they actually implement them— something my generation was not always successful with.