Curiosity • Community • Challenge
Tuition-Free Public Charter School in Muncie
Inspire Academy helps K–8 students grow into confident, compassionate problem-solvers—rooted in curiosity and ready to lead.
Inspire Academy helps K–8 students grow into confident, compassionate problem-solvers—rooted in curiosity and ready to lead.
Whether you’re getting to know Inspire or you’re already part of our community, we keep the focus where it belongs: your child’s growth. Expect clear instruction in reading and math, purposeful projects that make learning feel real, and adults who know students well. Families get straightforward communication and easy access to what you need—calendars, menus, transportation, and support—so home and school pull in the same direction every day.
"All of our kids' teachers are all amazing! They go out of their way to make sure they all get what they need to succeed. The different learning environment has made a huge difference as well."
- Inspire Academy Parent
Every child deserves a place to be known well. We build inclusive crews and a strong, multi-cultural community so students feel safe to take academic risks and grow.
Clear steps, high support. Students practice the habits and skills to exceed their own expectations—and take ownership of their learning.
Inquiry-based projects, authentic audiences, and character education help students find their voice and use it to improve their world.
Learning happens in crews, small groups, and real settings—on campus and in our Outdoor Learning Lab. Class sizes fluctuate by grade, but students get targeted support and meaningful feedback.
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Scholastic Book Fair - April 6-10
Students and families will have the opportunity to purchase Scholastic books. Giving your child books to read is one of the best gifts you can give!
Late Start - 04/08/2026
Classes will begin at 10am to create time for effective teacher planning and professional development.
Eagle Creek Adventure Trip - 04/23/2026
5th grade students will start with a brief map and compass lesson at Eagle Creek Park. During the hike, students will use a map and compass to find up to 11 challenge points and teambuilding challenges where they will "tokens" (popsicle sticks). During the challenge students will be divided into teams. Students and adults should dress appropriately for the weather, bring a sack lunch, water, and wear shoes suitable for hiking that can get wet and dirty (no flip flops or Crocs). Lunch will be on the trail. We hold our programs rain or shine.
Middle School Dance - 04/24/2026
Open to all 5th - 8th graders. This masquerade/costume dance is from 6 - 8pm. Tickets cost $7.
$5 for color pack and to participate and run on the day of the event (or can be turned in prior to event
date, color packs will be passed out the Friday before the event). Event is at 10am. Registration at 9:45am if you haven't
paid to run/walk yet.
Fundraising must all be turned in by April 6th to earn swag and extra chalk.
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Late Start - 05/06/2026
Classes will begin at 10am to create time for effective teacher planning and professional development.
Giving Gala - 05/07/2026
McCormick's Creek Adventure Trip
5th grade students will travel by bus to McCormick's Creek State Park where they will stay in bunkhouses. After transferring student belongings to cabins, we will eat lunch at a shelter. In the afternoon, students will break into groups to complete a nature program, Wolf Cave hike, and team building. Students will then return to camp to set up cabins and practice skits. After an old fashioned hot dog roast dinner complete with smores, groups will do skits and then we will take a night hike and learn how animals adapt to the night. The next day we will pack up and rotate through 3 activities including a day hike and games. Three meals (dinner, breakfast and lunch) will be provided by Camptown.
Exhibition Night - 05/21/2026
Program starts at 6pm. Students share their authentic work with a live audience. Come see what our Inspire students have done this semester! Your participation builds their presentation skills - be a part of the Inspire difference.
Last Day/Early Dismissal - 05/22/2026
Classes will be released at 1pm for summer break!
We combine projects with real-world audiences, fieldwork, and local experts and career partners. Students use Amplify CKLA/ELA for literacy with social studies integration, Eureka Math2 from K-8th grade (Algebra I option in grade 8), and develop financial literacy with Next Gen Personal Finance.
We’re excited to meet your family. Start your application, visit campus, or ask a quick question— our team will guide you every step of the way.
2801 E. 16th St. Muncie, IN 47302
Telephone: (765) 216-7980
Fax: (765) 216-7798
Email: info@inspiremuncie.org
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