Ida B. Wells Academy

Ida B. Wells Academy KK-8th grade school of choice within the Memphis Shelby County School District. Visit our website at idabwellsacademy.com.

ใ€ฝ๏ธ๐Ÿ“š THANK YOU FOR MAKING 901 READS DAY SPECIAL! ๐Ÿ“šใ€ฝ๏ธIda B. Wells Academy sends a heartfelt THANK YOU to our amazing guest...
09/02/2026

ใ€ฝ๏ธ๐Ÿ“š THANK YOU FOR MAKING 901 READS DAY SPECIAL! ๐Ÿ“šใ€ฝ๏ธ
Ida B. Wells Academy sends a heartfelt THANK YOU to our amazing guest readers who joined us for 901 Reads Day on 9/01!

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Kendra Wiley โ€“ U.S. Military
๐Ÿ‘ฎ๐Ÿฝโ€โ™€๏ธ Melanie Dorsey โ€“ Memphis Police Department
๐Ÿ‘ฎ๐Ÿฝ Kevin Phipps โ€“ Memphis Police Department
Thank you for giving your time, sharing your experiences, and showing our Eagles that reading, leadership, service, and success go hand in hand.
Our students didn't just hear a storyโ€”they connected with community leaders who encouraged them to dream bigger and continue growing.
You read. They listened. They'll remember. ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’›
At Ida B. Wells Academy, we are Transforming Hope Into Actionโ€”one student, one story, and one connection at a time!

๐Ÿ“š Students First. Excellence Always.
๐Ÿฆ… Eagles Soar Together!

Meal pickup is at the back cafeteria door. Text me if you need assistance.
08/25/2026

Meal pickup is at the back cafeteria door. Text me if you need assistance.

Due to widespread power outages, all MSCS schools and district offices will be closed Monday, August 24. As we work alon...
08/24/2026

Due to widespread power outages, all MSCS schools and district offices will be closed Monday, August 24.

As we work alongside MLGW and local officials, more than 70,000 customers remain without power across our community. Within MSCS, more than 30 outages continue to impact over 40 schools and administrative buildings across the District.

Power restoration is only part of our assessment. Teams are also evaluating HVAC and critical building systems, traffic routes, and overall school readiness.

Y-Care, after-school activities, athletic events, meetings, and other scheduled activities are canceled. Rescheduling updates will follow.

Central Office and Facilities employees will receive separate communication regarding work and reporting expectations for Monday.

Thank you for your patience and flexibility.

Stay safe, MSCS.

08/20/2026

Walking in Student Success! ๐Ÿฆ…โœจ
At Ida B. Wells Academy, we are not just talking about student success. We are walking in it every day!
Every lesson, every intervention, every encouraging word, and every opportunity to grow moves our Eagles closer to their destination.
We are Transforming Hope Into Action with one clear commitment:
Students First. Excellence Always.
ALL IN. ALL YEAR. No Limits. No Excuses.
Our Eagles are ready to Take Flight because at Ida B. Wells Academy, Student Success is the destination! ๐Ÿฆ…
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Leadership Labs in action!Strong schools are built through continuous learning, intentional collaboration, and leaders w...
08/20/2026

Leadership Labs in action!

Strong schools are built through continuous learning, intentional collaboration, and leaders who are committed to turning hope into action. Todayโ€™s Leadership Lab provided an opportunity to reflect, share effective practices, strengthen our leadership skills, and remain focused on the work that matters most: student success.

We are ALL IN. ALL YEAR. No Limits. No Excuses.
Students First. Excellence Always. Greatness Grows Here!

Ida B. Wells Academy
1490 Norris Rd
Memphis TN

๐Ÿ“ฃ ATTENDANCE MATTERS AT IDA B. WELLS ACADEMY!Every day counts, and every day in school is another opportunity for our Ea...
08/09/2026

๐Ÿ“ฃ ATTENDANCE MATTERS AT IDA B. WELLS ACADEMY!
Every day counts, and every day in school is another opportunity for our Eagles to learn, grow, and SOAR! ๐Ÿฆ…๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’›
Weโ€™re kicking off our 20-Day Attendance Challenge! Our goal is simple: Every student. Every day. On time. Ready to learn.
Students can look forward to:
๐Ÿ• Pizza Party for the top attending class
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Weekly attendance raffles
๐Ÿ’ป Laptop Giveaway for perfect attendance for all 20 days
๐Ÿ† Recognition for our Attendance Champions
Parents and families, we need your partnership! Help us make these next 20 school days count by making attendance and punctuality a priority.
SHOW UP. SPEAK UP. SOAR HIGH!
Your future starts with being here today!
Students First. Excellence Always. One School. One Mission.
Greatness Grows Here! ๐Ÿฆ…๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’›

08/08/2026

A special thank you to all of our community supporters and district leaders who stopped by throughout the week to encourage our students and staff. Your presence, support, and commitment to Ida B. Wells Academy helped make our first week even more special. We appreciate you being part of our journey as we Take Flight toward Student Success! โœˆ๏ธ๐Ÿฆ…

โœˆ๏ธ WEEK ONE COMPLETE! ๐Ÿฆ…Ida B. Wells Academy is officially taking flight!Our first week was filled with learning, buildin...
08/08/2026

โœˆ๏ธ WEEK ONE COMPLETE! ๐Ÿฆ…
Ida B. Wells Academy is officially taking flight!
Our first week was filled with learning, building relationships, setting high expectations, and preparing every student for success.
Our destination is clear: STUDENT SUCCESS!
โœˆ๏ธ Take Flight 2026โ€“2027
๐ŸŽฏ Destination: Student Success
๐Ÿฆ… ALL IN. ALL YEAR.
No Limits. No Excuses.

Today's the day! Join us for the Back to Greatness Block Party at the Memphis Sports and Events Center (995 Early Maxwel...
08/01/2026

Today's the day! Join us for the Back to Greatness Block Party at the Memphis Sports and Events Center (995 Early Maxwell Blvd.) from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

โ€ข FREE school supplies
โ€ข FREE uniforms
โ€ข FREE immunizations
โ€ข And so much more!

All free resources will be available to families while supplies last. Join us for an exciting start to the school year!

๐ŸŽ‰ Welcome Back, Ida B. Wells Academy Families! ๐Ÿฆ…The countdown is almost over! We are excited to welcome our Eagles back ...
08/01/2026

๐ŸŽ‰ Welcome Back, Ida B. Wells Academy Families! ๐Ÿฆ…
The countdown is almost over! We are excited to welcome our Eagles back for an amazing school year filled with learning, growth, and success.

๐Ÿ“š Every student will receive:
โœ… FREE Clear Book Bag
โœ… FREE School Supplies
โœ… FREE After School Knowledge Quest Program

๐Ÿ‘• Uniform Reminder
Tops: White, Royal Blue, or Gold collared shirts (no logos)
Bottoms: Black, Khaki, or Navy pants, shorts, skirts, or skorts
๐Ÿ‘Ÿ Shoes: Tennis shoes, boots, or closed-toe shoes with straps (No Crocs, slides, or flip-flops)

๐Ÿ“… First Day of School
Monday, August 3
๐Ÿ•ข FRONT Door Open: 7:45 AM
๐Ÿ“ 1490 Norris Road
Memphis, TN 38111

Together, we're Transforming Hope Into Action because Excellence Is Our Only Expectation!
We can't wait to see all of our Eagles soaring into a fantastic new school year! ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’›๐Ÿฆ…

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1490 Norris Road
Memphis, TN
38126

Opening Hours

Monday 8:15am - 3:15pm
Tuesday 8:15am - 3:15pm
Wednesday 8:15am - 3:15pm
Thursday 8:15am - 3:15pm
Friday 8:15am - 3:15pm

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