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About Academy

Academy at the Lakes is a school community unlike any other. We believe that, to truly unwrap the potential in each child, the school experience must encompass far more than grades and college acceptance letters. At Academy, we instill values such as compassion, responsibility, and respect.

A community like Academy at the Lakes doesn’t happen by accident. We are intentional about our school’s culture – from the faculty we hire, to the students we enroll, to our advisory program, to the way our students, teachers, and administrators interact on a daily basis. A door held open, eye contact, and a sincere “thank you” are the norm here, not the exception.

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Accepting applications for 2021
Academy serves students in PreK3 through High School in a warm community, preparing them for college and for life. We celebrate the love of learning and the joy in the journey.

You Matter Here

At Academy at the Lakes, our students know what it means when we say
You Matter Here.

Facts & Figures

Academy at the Lakes graduates are accepted at top-tier colleges at a higher rate than the national average.

Athletics

As a college-preparatory school, we guide our students, from the very beginning, to be prepared for college.

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The best way to experience Academy at the Lakes is to schedule a personal tour of our campus.

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Are you ready to learn more? We can’t wait to tell you all about how the Academy is different.

  • When I started at Academy I was shy, reserved, timid, unsure, introverted, and so on. The person I am today, thanks to Academy, is the opposite. I’m confident, passionate, enthusiastic, resilient, strong, outgoing, and sharp.

    Cat Martin ‘07
    Queen’s University
  • The biggest thing Academy taught me is to do things you’re passionate about.

    Tommy Giglio ‘05
    Northwestern
  • Academy is and will always be a second home to me, and it has prepared me to go out into the world.

    Raj Warman AJ ‘16
    Duke University
  • The faculty was outstanding, togetherness existed amongst students, and campus was growing and evolving – all of which helped to develop a culture that promoted learning, excitement, motivation, fun, and thought.

    Steven Stillman ’02
    Harvard
Wild blue yonder!Major congratulations to Academy alumnus Jacob Syversen '21 for earning the highly coveted assignment of student naval aviator upon his graduation this spring from the Merchant Marine Academy. Jacob will receive his training from Naval Air Station Pensacola and has set the goal of piloting either the F/A-18 or P-8 aircraft. Our graduates never fail to amaze and inspire us. Way to go, Jacob!#youstillmatterhere #aviator #merchantmarineacademy #navalaviator #pilots #premierschool #topschool #bestschool #flyhigh ... See MoreSee Less
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Bringing the energy!Under the expert guidance of Dr. Tom Dolan, our Middle Division science classes are making fantastic discoveries. On this day, we catch the 6th graders calculating the amount of calories certain foods contain through the thermal energy that is released. Dr. Dolan chose foods with high fat content because they would burn at a high rate. Warning: several Cheetos Puffs were harmed during this video! #youmatterhere #scienceclass #scienceexperiment #Thermalenergy #calories #bestschool #topschool #premierschool #beakers #sciencelab ... See MoreSee Less
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Read.  Research. Relax.  Our library is the place to be to relax with friends, study for exams, check out new books, and research topics for class. Librarian Julianna Speer invites all to make the library your oasis on campus, and she is more than happy to assist in all your needs. Please stop by! #youmatterhere #coolschool #topschool #bestschool #premierschool #premierschool ... See MoreSee Less
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Reunited!It’s always a joy to reconnect with our incredible alumni, especially during the holiday season! Whether it was sharing a laugh at the Alumni Social, reliving the glory days at the Alumni Game, or spontaneous visits to campus, your presence makes all the difference.We love seeing your smiling faces and celebrating your continued success. Our doors are always open for you—come back anytime! #youmatterhere #youstillmatterhere #alumni #SchoolSpirit #alumnireunion #comingback #bestschool #topschool #premierschool #AlumniSocial ... See MoreSee Less
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