Testimonials

"In every activity, we take the time to make sure that it has a purpose and that it’s not fluff. Everything is planned so that there is a reason. There is an expectation that we’re trying to go above the standard." Sarah Jane Lay Science Teacher

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"We're really trying to get them ready for life after high school. We're not just going through the motions...I feel like the students really learn when they see that you're genuinely invested in who they are." Ronnie Williams English Teacher

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"LISA Academy gave me the chance to pursue what I love: photography! LISA really supports those who take initiative. They'll help you find out what drives you, what you love, and what you can do to be more." Lisandro Salas Class of 2026

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"Ahora en LISA Academy cuenta con personal que habla español, y eso hace todo mucho más fácil. Puedo comunicarme directamente con los maestros, con los directores o con quien necesite hablar, y así asegurarme de que mi hijo reciba la atención que necesita." Laura Gutierrez Parent

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"You get a lot of support from the teachers, and they actually care about your learning...they'll really try and help you. It feels easy to talk to a lot of the staff." Erick Gutierrez Class of 2027

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"The teachers play a major role for students...they set the students for success and make sure they achieve higher goals, and challenge themselves both academically and personally." Neema Patel Class of 2026

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"Teachers always encourage you to compete or to showcase your talents. There are a lot of teachers that you can tell want their kids to be better and to keep learning. I would say that the teachers at LISA Academy are passionate about what they do." Dafne Reyes Class of 2026

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“Nos enfocamos en apoyar el aprendizaje de su estudiante, brindándole el apoyo académico necesario para que pueda continuar sus estudios y tener éxito en la vida.” Jaime Garcia Dean of Academics

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"Teachers are really invested in their students. They want their students to join extracurricular activities, and to join STEM Fest every year. You can use those projects to as a credible source that you're creative!" Ahmet Yaman Class of 2024

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"LISA Academy offers a very welcoming environment. The teachers and the parents are like a family...and if you really get involved, it will allow you to find yourself at a potential that you never knew existed." Hayati Sahin Class of 2024

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"At LISA Academy, we focus on the students…I think before anyone can learn, they have to trust you and want to learn from you. I think that, at LISA, since we really know the kids, that helps a lot." Ty Dunn Math Teacher

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"What stands out to me the most is the individualized attention from teachers and counselors who will meet with you one-on-one and say, ‘These are the opportunities that I think you would benefit from.’ People cared about whether I was learning, whether I was excelling and growing." Jennie Burns M.D. Class of 2016

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"I feel like any college I apply to, if I get into it, I will be successful in that college. I won’t struggle, I won’t see my grades dip; I feel like LISA has prepared me for that college rigor and expectations." Jayden Branch Class of 2026

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When I met students from LISA Academy, they really stood out. And I remember saying to myself, "something special is happening in this school."  Jacob Oliva Secretary of Arkansas Department of Education