Hope Academy

Hope Academy Hope Academy is a high school for adolescents in recovery to continue their education and graduate.

Hope Academy is a nationally recognized, tuition-free, Indiana public charter high school for teens in recovery from substance use issues. Surrounded by teachers who care and students who understand, we provide a setting where teens can concentrate on getting better and earning a degree.

We’re grateful for organizations that believe in young people and the possibilities that come with recovery. 💙Last week,...
09/03/2026

We’re grateful for organizations that believe in young people and the possibilities that come with recovery. 💙

Last week, Hope Academy received a generous grant from The 24 Group, an Indianapolis nonprofit that has supported addiction treatment and recovery services for young adults since 2006.

Thank you to The 24 Group for investing in our students and helping ensure young people have the support and opportunities they need to thrive in recovery. We’re incredibly grateful to have you in our corner!

📸 The 24 Group board member and Hope Academy board member Teddy Forman presented the check to Executive Director Rachelle Gardner.

Congratulations to Ashton, our Student of the Week for Attendance & Punctuality! Ashton has consistently attended school...
09/01/2026

Congratulations to Ashton, our Student of the Week for Attendance & Punctuality!

Ashton has consistently attended school and arrived on time, while also being engaged and ready to learn each day.

We’re proud of your consistency and commitment, Ashton!

🎉 Our first Student of the Week of the school year is Addie!Addie is being recognized for Outstanding Effort. She’s been...
08/26/2026

🎉 Our first Student of the Week of the school year is Addie!

Addie is being recognized for Outstanding Effort. She’s been putting in the work, giving her all, and showing what it means to keep moving forward. Her effort hasn’t gone unnoticed by Hope Academy staff or her peers!

Way to go, Addie! We’re proud of you! 💙

This weekend, we were proud to celebrate Hope Academy Executive Director Rachelle Gardner as she received the Archangel ...
08/24/2026

This weekend, we were proud to celebrate Hope Academy Executive Director Rachelle Gardner as she received the Archangel Michael Award from the Sisters of St. Benedict.

The award recognizes courage, strength, justice, and faithfulness — qualities reflected in Rachelle’s 20+ years of service to young people, families, and the Hope Academy community.

In accepting the award, Rachelle spoke about her commitment to continuing to “show up, to serve, to believe, and to keep choosing hope.”

We’re grateful for Rachelle’s leadership and for the Hope Academy team members who were there to celebrate this special recognition alongside her.

Congratulations, Rachelle!

Recovery works best when treatment, family support, and education work together.That's the vision behind Hope Academy's ...
08/19/2026

Recovery works best when treatment, family support, and education work together.

That's the vision behind Hope Academy's partnership with The Willow Center.

The Willow Center is a trusted behavioral health provider specializing in mental health and substance use treatment for adolescents, adults, and families throughout Central Indiana.

Together, Hope Academy and The Willow Center have created a unique partnership that brings professional treatment and recovery-focused education together in one location. By reducing barriers to care and strengthening coordination between treatment, school, and family support, students receive comprehensive services designed to promote lasting recovery.

The Intensive Outpatient Treatment program is available to eligible adolescents throughout the community. Enrollment at Hope Academy is not required.

Interested in learning more? Reach out to Hope Academy or The Willow Center today.

08/13/2026

A fresh coat of paint. New spaces to recharge. College flags celebrating where our graduates have gone next. A few new Hope essentials. 💙

This summer, we made a handful of updates around the school to create an even more welcoming environment for our students and staff. It's amazing what a few thoughtful touches can do to make a space feel like home.

Take a look around and see what's new at Hope Academy. If you'd like to experience it in person, send us a message. We'd love to show you around!

Behind every statistic is a student with a story.The students of Hope Academy come from diverse backgrounds and communit...
08/11/2026

Behind every statistic is a student with a story.

The students of Hope Academy come from diverse backgrounds and communities across Indiana, but they share a common goal: building a brighter future through recovery and education.

For the past 20 years, Hope Academy has been a place where young people can continue their education while building a strong foundation for recovery.

That commitment has made Hope Academy a national leader in recovery-centered education. Today, there are just 47 recovery high schools in the United States, and only 12 are accredited by the Association of Recovery Schools—including Hope Academy. According to ARS, the average recovery high school remains open for just 10.2 years. This year, Hope Academy proudly celebrated its 20th anniversary.

Every graduate, every family, every milestone, and every new beginning is possible because of a community that believes young people deserve the opportunity to recover, learn, and thrive.

Thank you for being part of the story. Here's to the next 20 years of hope.

Explore more stories, student successes, and highlights from Hope Academy's 20th year in our 2025–2026 Annual Report: https://www.hopeacademyrhs.org/25-26-ar/

Week one was a good one. 💙There's nothing quite like welcoming students back, reconnecting after summer, and settling in...
08/07/2026

Week one was a good one. 💙

There's nothing quite like welcoming students back, reconnecting after summer, and settling into the routines of a new school year.

We're grateful for this incredible team that shows up each day ready to support, encourage, and walk alongside our students in both recovery and education.

Here's to a year filled with growth, healing, learning, and new opportunities. We can't wait to see what our students accomplish in year 21.

Today is the first day of a new school year at Hope Academy.For some students, today is the beginning of a brand-new cha...
08/03/2026

Today is the first day of a new school year at Hope Academy.

For some students, today is the beginning of a brand-new chapter. For others, it's another step forward in a journey that's already underway.

Recovery doesn't happen on a school calendar. That's why Hope Academy offers rolling enrollment throughout the year for students who qualify. When a young person is ready, we want a place to be ready for them, too.

If your family is looking for a recovery-centered high school where students can continue both their education and their recovery, we'd love to connect.

Learn more about enrollment at hopeacademyrhs.org

Did you know?Research shows that recovery high schools significantly improve outcomes for teens in recovery.A 2017 study...
07/30/2026

Did you know?

Research shows that recovery high schools significantly improve outcomes for teens in recovery.

A 2017 study by Finch, Tanner-Smith, Hennessy, and Moberg found that students attending recovery high schools were significantly more likely to remain abstinent from alcohol and drugs at both 6-month and 12-month follow-ups.

At the 6-month mark, recovery high school students were twice as likely to report no substance use compared to peers attending non-recovery schools.

59% vs. 30%.

Recovery high schools work because students don’t have to choose between recovery and education.

At Hope Academy, both are essential. 💜

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3919 Madison Avenue, Suite 100
Indianapolis, IN
46227

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 3:20pm
Tuesday 9am - 3:20pm
Wednesday 9am - 3:20pm
Thursday 9am - 3:20pm
Friday 9am - 3:20pm

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+13175729440

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