The Knight Academy, a charter school for boys and girls in grades 6-8, hosts its Open House on Wednesday, January 28, 2009, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.  The school is located at 3001 Hill Avenue, Toledo.   

According to Tom Baker, The Knight Academy President, the “Open House will be a good opportunity for parents and students to meet the school’s faculty and staff members, tour classrooms and facilities, and learn about the academic and extracurricular programs.”

The school is now accepting applications for the second semester of 2009 as well as the 2009-2010 school year. As a public charter school, the Academy does not charge tuition or have a religious affiliation. The academy is open to any interested student. 

According to its president, the academy emphasizes excellence in academic, physical, and character development; its curriculum is based on Ohio’s educational standards.  President Baker says that staff members focus on helping every student develop knowledge, skills, and capabilities necessary to succeed in a college-preparatory high school setting.  Students also have access to advanced courses in algebra, foreign language, sciences, and technology. 

The Knight Academy has an extended school day and school year.  The school day runs from 8:15 a.m. to 4 p.m.  School is in session from August through June. 

The Knight Academy’s mission is to provide a superior educational experience, focusing on academic preparation, and character and physical development. More information about the Open House is available by calling 419-720-4444 or by emailing:  [email protected].