Redtail Academy Middle School for Boys

Place-based education isn't just a philosophy — it's a proven approach that deepens engagement, builds critical thinking, and connects boys to something bigger than a textbook. At Redtail Academy, our students will learn history by walking the ground where it happened. They will understand community by being active participants in it. What would school have felt like for you if learning had looked like this?

Redtail Academy Middle School for Boys is now accepting applications for the 2026-2027 school year! Check out our website: www.redtailschool.org and please share this post with every family you know who is looking for something different.

Students investigating historical primary source maps of Champaign-Urbana.

Students collaborated and learned research skills while also learning to utilize library resources. They investigated topics related to Champaign-Urbana history.

Students examining primary sources regarding locations in historical Champaign-Urbana.

Students collaborating to prepare their presentation about a location in historic Champaign-Urbana.

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Invest in the Future of Education - We Soar Higher Together!

We’re building more than a school — we’re launching a movement.

Redtail Academy is a transformative middle school for boys that reimagines education with joy, curiosity, empathy, and equity at its core. Right now, we are seeking urgent seed funding to take critical next steps toward launching our spring fundraising events to build community momentum and secure our next phase of support.

Your contribution today will help us open our doors and -change lives for years to come!

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