Sycamore School

School in Indianapolis, Indiana

Introduction

Overview

• 🏫 Institution: Sycamore School is Indiana’s only accredited, private, independent preschool - 8th grade school for gifted students.
• 🎓 Mission: The school aims to provide an enriched, accelerated education to help academically gifted children reach their potential.
• 📍 Location: Located in Indianapolis, Indiana.
• 📅 History: Established to cater to the unique educational needs of gifted children.
• 🌟 Philosophy: Focuses on nurturing minds, hearts, bodies, gifts, and talents.

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Academic Programs

• 📚 Early Childhood: Provides enriching experiences for young gifted children, encouraging exploration and experimentation.
• 📖 Lower School: Focuses on foundational skills in various subjects including science, math, and language arts.
• 🔬 Middle School: Offers advanced courses and hands-on learning experiences such as labs and field work.
• 🌍 Field Trips: Includes educational trips like the MarineLab in Florida for middle school students.
• 🧪 Science Lab: Hands-on science lab for lower school students to explore real-world problems.

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Extracurricular Activities

• ⚽ Athletics: Offers various sports programs for students.
• 🎨 After School Activities: Includes a range of activities such as arts, crafts, and clubs.
• 🏕️ Summer Programs: Provides summer camps and programs for continued learning and fun.
• 🧮 Math Invitational: Hosts math competitions and events.
• 🎭 Middle School Extracurriculars: A variety of programs tailored for middle school students.

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Awards and Recognition

• 🏆 Top Workplace: Awarded Top Workplace in 2023 by The Indianapolis Star.
• 🥇 Best Private School: Recognized as the Best Private School by the Indianapolis Star / Indy Choice Awards.
• 🏅 Best After School/Summer Camps: Also awarded for its after-school and summer camp programs.
• 🎖️ Science Bowl: Sycamore School's Science Bowl team has competed in national championships.
• 🏆 Academic Achievements: Consistently high performance in various academic competitions.

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Admissions and Financial Aid

• 📝 How to Apply: Detailed application process available on the school's website.
• 💰 Tuition and Fees: Information on tuition costs and fees provided.
• 📑 Financial Aid: Offers financial aid to assist families with tuition.
• 📅 Admission Inquiries: Contact information for admissions inquiries available.
• 👥 Visit: Prospective families can schedule visits to the school.

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Community Involvement

• 👥 Philanthropy: Strong support from Board, staff, families, alumni, and friends.
• 💡 Sycamore Fund: Provides significant contributions to the school's operating budget.
• 🎓 Alumni Speaker Series: Engages alumni in speaking events and activities.
• 📢 Community Events: Regularly hosts events to engage with the community.
• 🤝 Support: Encourages community involvement and support for various school programs.

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Travel Information
📞   Phone: (317) 202-2500
🌐   Website: http://www.sycamoreschool.org/
📍   Address: 1750 W 64th St, Indianapolis, IN 46260
🔗   Profiles:

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