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Fortune Academy

Private | 1-12 | 80 students

We are known for multisensory instruction using the Orton-Gillingham approach
 
 

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Posted August 27, 2012

Fortune Acadrmy is an excellent school choice if your child is in K-12 and has a learning difference. HSE public schools not able to accommodate my child with ADHD and NLD. Her grades were good but low self esteem. Classes too large and teachers not equipped with proper tools or training.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 30, 2012

Over the past 5 years, my daughter has blossomed at Hutson! She was really struggling and unhappy at her previous school. After shadowing at Hutson, she begged me to take her there the next day. She knew immediately that it was the right environment for her, where the teachers understood her learning differences and all of her peers were experiencing similar challenges. Hutson, not only taught my daughter to read but has given her tremendous courage and self- confidence.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 28, 2012

Hutson has been the best thing that has ever happened to us!! For years my daughter was floundering and that was with her private school giving extra assistance and her being tutored almost daily after school!!! She has now been attending Hutson for 4 years and she has grown tremendously!! Her self esteem is back and she is flourishing! The teachers and staff give 110% and are overly qualified for the jobs they serve! The cost to educate each child greatly exceeds the amount of the tuition but they make it work!! I will be forever grateful for what they have done for my precious girl!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 27, 2012

Our son has been a student since 2009. He has soared at Hutson. His future has absolutly no limits because of the loving, dedicated teachers and administrators. This school is worth EVERY penny. Take a look at the cost of a boarding school and you will see the tens of thousands this school will save you. The love and acceptance of all these wonderful kids is felt the moment you walk in the door. We couldn't recomend a school any better! Our sons life with forever be blessed because of this school. THANK YOU HUTSON!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 26, 2011

After several years of struggling in public school we heard about the Hutson School and enrolled our daughter in 2010. Her experience there has been outstanding. She has received targeted reading instruction using the Orton Gillingham method which has dramatically improved her reading fluency & comprehension. The school's environment is one of warmth and acceptance while still challenging the kids to strive to be their personal best. The teacher to student ratio has been a major factor in our daughter's success. I highly recommend The Hutson School.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 30, 2011

Hutson faculty are professional ,caring and highly qualified to work with these amazing students. It is an excellent school and don't let anyone ever tel you differently!


Posted March 30, 2011

I have been blessed to be a part of such an amazing school community. This school has done tremendous things in the 9 years it has been opened. It is 1 of 10 schools in the country accredited by AOGPE. It has a licensed school psychologist and the staff are highly credentialed. Students who graduate have gone on to Purdue, Texas Tech, Ivy Tech, VU, etc. It is an excellent school!
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Posted March 7, 2011

This school has honored my child, and given him the educatuion he deserves. The faculty and staff see him not just as a child with a learning difference, but a child with the great capacity to learn. Hutson knows the way!
—Submitted by a parent


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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school
White 66%
Black 12%
Hispanic 12%
Asian 10%
American Indian 0%
Multiracial 0%
Native Hawaiin or Pacific Islander 0%
Source: Manually entered by school official

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
English learners 0%N/AN/A
Special education 100%N/AN/A
Students participating in free or reduced-price lunch program 0%N/AN/A
Source: Manually entered by school official

College readiness and student pathways

Students typically attend these schools prior to attending this school other private schools
public institutions
home school
Percentage of students going to 2-year college 10% (2012)
Percentage of students going to 4-year college 70% (2012)
Percentage of students going to vocational programs 10% (2012)
Percentage of students going directly into the workforce 10% (2012)
Colleges most students attend after graduation University of Indianapolis
IUPUI
Vincennes University
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Source: Manually entered by a school official.

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 4N/AN/A
Source: NCES, 2007-2008

Teacher resources

Special staff resources available to students Assistant principal(s)
Art teacher(s)
Computer specialist(s)
Instructional aide(s)/coach(es)
Music teacher(s)
PE instructor(s)
Nurse(s)
Reading specialist(s)
School psychologist
School social worker/counselors(s)
Speech and language therapist(s)
Tutor(s)
Foreign languages spoken by school staff None
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Source: Manually entered by a school official.

Special education / special needs

Specific academic themes or areas of focus
  • Special education
Level of special education programming offered
  • Moderate - the school consistently offers a full program for particular special education needs
Specialized programs for specific types of special education students
  • Other health impairments
  • Specific learning disabilities
  • Speech and language impairments
Extra learning resources offered
  • Differentiated learning programs
Staff resources available to students
  • Speech and language therapist(s)

Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math (STEM)

Staff resources available to students
  • Computer specialist(s)
School facilities
  • Access to farm or natural area
Clubs
  • Robotics club

Arts & music

Staff resources available to students
  • Art teacher(s)
  • Music teacher(s)
School facilities
  • Art room
  • Performance stage
Visual arts
  • Ceramics
  • Drawing / sketching
  • Painting
  • Photography
  • Sculpture
Music
  • Instrumental music lessons
  • Rock band
Performing and written arts
  • Drama
Clubs
  • Art club
  • Arts and crafts
  • Drama club
  • Yearbook

Language learning

Foreign languages taught
  • American sign language
Staff resources available to students
  • Speech and language therapist(s)

Health & athletics

Staff resources available to students
  • Instructional aide(s)/coach(es)
  • Nurse(s)
  • PE instructor(s)
  • School psychologist
School facilities
  • Access to farm or natural area
  • Gym
  • Kitchen
  • Multi-purpose room ("cafegymatorium")

Gifted & talented

College preparation / awareness resources offered
  • College prep programs/courses during the year
  • College presentations or information sessions
  • SAT/ACT prep classes
  • School-sponsored trips to college campuses
  • Summer college prep programs
School leaders can update this information here.

School basics

School start time
  • 8:25
School end time
  • 3:15
Before school or after school care / program onsite
  • Before school: starts at 7:00 a.m.
  • After school: ends at 5:30 p.m.
School Leader's name
  • Mrs Janet George
Best ways for parents to contact the school
  • Phone
Gender
  • Coed
Boarding options
  • Day school
Is there an application process?
  • Yes
Affiliation
  • Nonsectarian
Fax number
  • (317) 845-4285

Programs

Instructional and/or curriculum models used

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  • Direct instruction
  • Individually guided instruction
  • Internships
  • Orton-Gillingham
Specific academic themes or areas of focus

Don't understand these terms?
  • Special education
Bi-lingual or language immersion programs offered

Don't understand these terms?
  • No
Level of special education programming offered
  • Moderate - the school consistently offers a full program for particular special education needs
Specialized programs for specific types of special education students
  • Other health impairments
  • Specific learning disabilities
  • Speech and language impairments
Foreign languages taught
  • American sign language
Level of ESL/ELL programming offered
  • None

Resources

Staff resources available to students
  • Art teacher(s)
  • Assistant principal(s)
  • Computer specialist(s)
  • Instructional aide(s)/coach(es)
  • Music teacher(s)
  • Nurse(s)
  • PE instructor(s)
  • Reading specialist(s)
  • School psychologist
  • School social worker/counselors(s)
  • Speech and language therapist(s)
  • Tutor(s)
Foreign languages spoken by staff
  • None
Extra learning resources offered
  • Differentiated learning programs
  • Mentoring
  • Remediation
  • Tutoring
College preparation / awareness resources offered
  • College prep programs/courses during the year
  • College presentations or information sessions
  • SAT/ACT prep classes
  • School-sponsored trips to college campuses
  • Summer college prep programs
Transportation provided for students by the school / district
  • None
School facilities
  • Access to farm or natural area
  • Art room
  • Audiovisual aids
  • Cafeteria
  • Gym
  • Internet access
  • Kitchen
  • Library
  • Multi-purpose room ("cafegymatorium")
  • Parent center
  • Performance stage
  • Playground
School leaders can update this information here.

Sports

Boys sports
  • Basketball
Girls sports
  • Cheerleading
  • Volleyball

Arts & music

Visual arts
  • Ceramics
  • Drawing / sketching
  • Painting
  • Photography
  • Sculpture
Music
  • Instrumental music lessons
  • Rock band
Performing arts
  • Drama
Media arts
  • None

Student clubs

Clubs (distinct from courses)
  • Art club
  • Arts and crafts
  • Boys Club
  • Chess club
  • Drama club
  • Game club
  • Girls Club
  • Lego Club
  • Robotics club
  • Yearbook
School leaders can update this information here.

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School culture

Dress Code
  • Uniforms
Bullying policy
  • This school has a bullying and/or cyber bullying policy in place.
Parent involvement
  • Attend parent nights
  • Chaperone school trips
  • Coach sports teams or extracurricular activities
  • Join PTO/PTA
  • Organize fundraising events (school auction, bake sales, etc.)
  • Volunteer in the classroom
  • Volunteer time after school
School colors
  • Hunter Green and White
School mascot
  • Mighty Oak
More from this school
  • Fortune Academy is 1 of 12 schools in the country accredited by the Academy of Orton-Gillingham Practioners and Educators. We are 1 of 14 schools nationwide that is a licensed Cogmed provider. Our small student to teacher ratio, multisensory instruction, and highly trained faculty provide a very special learning environment for students with learning differences.
School leaders can update this information here.

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What are your chances?


2 out of 10students were accepted for the 2011-2012 school year.


Students accepted for the 2011-2012 school year
10
Applications received for the 2011-2012 school year
60
Students typically come from these schools
other private schools
public institutions
home school

What does it cost?

Tuition range for the 2011-2012 school year
$14000 - $16000
Vouchers accepted
No
Financial aid offered
Yes.
School-based aid
Application fee
Yes. $100.
Fee waivers available

Planning ahead

Students typically attend these schools after graduating
Vincennes University
University of Indianapolis
Purdue University
College preparation / awareness offered
College prep programs/courses during the year
College presentations or information sessions
SAT/ACT prep classes
Summer college prep programs
School-sponsored trips to college campuses
Students' post-graduation plans in 2012
2 year college - 10%
4 year college - 70%
Vocational - 10%
Workforce - 10%
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5626 Lawton Loop East Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46256
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Phone: (317) 377-0544

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