Central Catholic's Innovative Learning Academy

For Middle School Students

A Flexible & Personalized Learning Experience

Central Catholic High School's Innovative Learning Academy for Middle School Students offers current 5th-8th grade students an opportunity to learn and thrive in a flexible and personalized environment.

By empowering students to achieve their highest potential and pursue their passion, Central Catholic's Innovative Learning Academy provides global experiences in a collaborative community.

Academy Director

Mrs. Jodi Linnehan Kriner

Director of Innovation and Academic Technologies

The 2022 Innovative Learning Academy

Thank you to all those who participated in the Summer 2022 Innovative Learning Academy!

Congratulations on your achievements!

The 2022 Innovative Learning Academy

Last Day of the Academy - July 15, 2022

Academy Courses: Summer 2023

Select your current grade!

Choose a subject!

Adventures in Archeology

For Current 5th - 8th Grade Students

Build and Code with Robotics

For Current 6th - 8th Grade Students

Creative Writing

For Current 5th - 7th Graders

Program Details: Summer 2023

Session Courses Meet:
- On Campus:
  - July 10 -14 (M-F)
  - 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Instructors are also available via Zoom and email through the program for additional support
Registration Opens:
- February 1, 2023
Course fee:
- $249
Academy Kick-Off: July 10, 2023
Term Dates:
- July 10 - July 14
- Classes meet M-F @ CCHS
Students receive 0.5 CCHS credit

Middle School students currently in grades 5th-8th have an opportunity to earn Central Catholic High School credits through synchronous and asynchronous courses.

Students who participate in Central Catholic’s Innovative Learning Academy can take advanced courses in the area of Fine & Performing Arts & Computer Science as 9th or 10th graders.

Seats in the Academy are limited. Should a course be over-subscribed, students will be selected through a lottery process.

Registration Opens February 1, 2023

Begin your application!

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