Category: Charter School Profiles

Joel E. Smilow Collegiate “Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all.” Aristotle I Philosopher  Smilow Collegiate is located in Jackson, Mississippi. A part of the RePublic Schools network, Smilow Collegiate was founded in 2018 in Jackson, Mississippi. It serves 569 scholars in kindergarten through fourth grade. It was the first…

Clarksdale Collegiate “We are thrilled to be part of the history of charter schools in Mississippi. We believe our school, along with the ones before and after us, will have a tremendous impact on education in Mississippi, especially in the Mississippi Delta.” Founder and Executive Director Amanda Johnson Clarksdale Collegiate is located in Clarksdale, Mississippi….

Smilow Prep “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” Maya Angelou I Poet and Writer  Smilow Prep is located in Jackson, Mississippi. RePublic Schools founded Smilow Prep in 2017 as its second school in Jackson, Mississippi. It…

Reimagine Prep “Do not get lost in a sea of despair. Do not become bitter or hostile. Be hopeful; be optimistic. Never, ever be afraid to make some noise and get in good trouble, necessary trouble. We will find a way to make a way out of no way.” Rep. John Lewis Reimagine Prep is…

Revive Collegiate “Every child deserves a champion–an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connection, and insists that they become the best that they can possibly be.” Dr. Rita Pierson I Educator Revive Collegiate is located in Jackson, Mississippi. Revive, a RePublic School, opened in 2022 and serves scholars…

Midtown Public Charter School “We are very excited to partner with community members from and beyond the Midtown neighborhood of Jackson to provide holistic education to very special young people. We are grateful for the opportunity to provide a choice for parents. All schools might be great, but not all schools are great for all…

Ambition Prep “Our work in education is urgent. We will change the current trajectory of our students. All students can learn no matter the circumstance. All students can and will succeed with best practices and systems in place.” Founder and Executive Director DeArchie Scott  Ambition Prep is located in Jackson, Mississippi. Founded in 2019 by…