Fortis Academy

I used to have three kids going here. Then my oldest went on two high school. She said nothing she did in fortis has prepared them for high school.this year in middle school they had at least five teacher changes . None of them knew what was going on and they didn't teach at all. So we switched him into a diffreng school we have a son in first grade and are planning on rewmoving him. The parking SUCKS!!!! My son gets out at threes and we get him three fourty. when people see the car rush and probaly think its a good school but It's not the education sucks
--Submitted by a parent

My son has been attending fortis for years. This year there is a new principal and alot of instant change has been placed on the children. The teachers for the most part are great. I think some of the deans as well as the principal need to get more educated on diversity and they need attitude adjustments. Instead of always being so fast to suspend children they need to get to the bottom line and help them. I am a teacher myself and there is a lot going on that is unacceptable and at the moment I'm very unhappy.
--Submitted by a parent

Great school- 3 years and counting. Families who leave do so because thier children are behavior problems and the administration wont put up with it. I like that they teach character skills and measure student growth to determine the progress each year. This is better than local private schools- we know! Waiting list is growing- hope NHA keeps opening more schools! We need them!
--Submitted by a parent

Nice school to work at, Im impress with my team! All teachers have a real drive to serve students and have a positive impact in life outlook. Our favorite parents are the ones who will come in and get involved. Parents are so important, please invest time in your kids!
--Submitted by a teacher

I have three children that attended Fortis. After three years I finally allowed them to switch over to Ann Arbor public schools. There is no comparison. Fortis is a school still in it's infancy. The teaching staff is relatively inexperienced and lacks diversity. If you are not in the Ann Arbor school district, South Arbor is a very good choice. They have a waiting list for this reason. The building itself is very limited. There is no lunchroom( the children have to eat in their classrooms) or auditorium. The school has outgrown it's infrastructure. The drop off and pick up is painful to say the least.
--Submitted by a parent

I went to this school a few years ago, and honestly, it isn't too bad. Other than the fact that their sports program isn't too strong, the school teaches disclipline and organization, which is needed for whatever high school you will attend. A nice school to consider, despite the slightly crowded conditions.

This school is wonderful! my daughter has been attending Fortis for 3 years and each year she has grown academically and morally! The staff are incredible, including the secretaries, the principle, the deans, and all the teachers! I spend quite a bit of time volunteering and I have found this school to go above and beyond expectation! I appreciate the pro-active attitude the Fortis staff has with every situation. They are continually looking for ways to improve every area! Amazing school! I highly recommend it!
--Submitted by a parent

Our 2 kids attend this school. our experience has been great
--Submitted by a parent

Fortis receives just as much money per child as the public schools are funded. Yet no buses, crappy parking, inexperienced teachers, over sized class rooms...29 students...to many. Here your child is just a number. They can't even have home games, concerts or events at the school because there is no room. We pulled our 3 children out and placed them in Ann Arbor public schools and they thank us everyday!!! If you care about your child's education then you would not chose this school.
--Submitted by a parent

Parents need to keep in mind - these children are your children...you must take the time to read with them, help with homework and establish a strong moral ethic at home. You cannot expect the teachers to transform your child into something you want them to be without putting time into them. I spent many days in Mrs. Wolf's class and she is wonderful - each child was treated with respect and in a loving way. I will continue to play an active role in my daughter's education and work with her teachers in helping her reach her fullest potential! We love Fortis and are very happy to have the opportunity to work with the teachers and administrators in our daughter's education.
--Submitted by a parent