Signature Opportunities at LISA Academy
At LISA Academy, we empower students through signature opportunities that spark creativity, ignite innovation, and nurture a sense of purpose, on stage, in competitions, and beyond the classroom.
Creative Expression: Fine Arts & Languages
Beyond regular coursework, our arts and language programs offer immersive creative expression. From performance ensembles and studio art to global language clubs and our celebrated Language and Culture Festival, students bring culture, story, and vision to life.
Fine Arts offerings include vocal music, band, drawing, piano, AP Art History, studio art (2D & 3D), and visual arts.
Language classes and clubs include Spanish, Spanish Literature, French, Turkish, Latin, and our flagship Language and Culture Festival: an annual showcase of global performances in song, dance, poetry, cuisine, and cultural projects.
Excellence in Competition: Celebrating Student Achievement
Our students stand out through innovation and intellectual excellence. Whether designing rockets, coding award-winning projects in STEM competitions, advancing in cybersecurity challenges, or making their mark in math, science, and spelling, LISA Academy scholars continuously exceed expectations. In the 2024-25 school year, LISA Academy scholars were awarded for a variety of activities, including:
- eCYBERMISSION STEM Challenge: multiple teams achieved 1st and 2nd place at the state level
- National Rocketry Challenge: LISA North Middle-High teams advanced to national finals - two years in a row!
- 1st Place State Champions in Hacktopia
- NCWIT Aspirations in Computing Awards: Two students from LISA Academy North Middle-High were selected as 2025 Arkansas Affiliate winners
- Regional Science & Engineering Fair: multiple awards across schools, including the NASA Earth System Science recognition and Thermo Fisher nominations
- MathCounts State Competition: West Middle School achieved 2nd place team finish with individual placements as well
- Spelling Bee success: 3rd place in Pulaski County competition
- Graduation Class of 2025: over $7.2 million in scholarships and contributing +12,800 volunteer hours across Arkansas
Impact & Service: Unique Programs in Action
LISA Academy fosters empathy and responsibility through meaningful service. High schoolers are required to complete 75 hours of verified community service, sparking civic pride and fostering real-world impact. During the 2024-25 school year, 9 students received the President's Volunteer Service Award, ranging from Bronze to Gold level for serving far beyond the required hours for graduation.
How to Get Involved: Accessing Signature Opportunities
These opportunities vary by year and campus. To engage:
- Speak with your campus or for high school, your college and career counselor, to explore competitive teams, service opportunities, and audition or application processes.
- Check newsletters and announcements for sign-up schedules, eligibility criteria, and deadlines.
- For service hours, use the school's official form and obtain prior approval from your college and career counselor for organizations not on the preapproved list.