Will Carleton Academy is a K-12 tuition-free public charter school in Hillsdale, Michigan founded in 1998. Will Carleton Academy devotes itself to serving the community as a charter school where parents can choose a traditional curriculum and educational atmosphere that is committed to both the intellectual development and the character formation of the students.
Our Mission Is
To Educate
- Back-to-basics curriculum
- K-8th-Core Knowledge Sequence
- 9th-12th: Michigan Merit/College Preparatory Curriculum
- Small classroom sizes at all grade levels
- Emphasis on character education
- Highest-achieving public school in Hillsdale County
- Top 50 SAT scores in the State of Michigan
To Enrich
- Advanced Placement class offerings on demand
- Dual Enrollment, Early/Middle College, and Vocational-Technical Programs
- Extensive extracurricular offerings at all grade levels
- Diverse field trip opportunities, including foreign travel
- MHSAA-sanctioned athletics in all three seasons
To Enlighten
- Orderly, disciplined environment
- Focus on the whole child, with the goal of helping to mold outstanding citizens
- K-12th Art and Music curriculum
- 4th-12th French curriculum
- Monthly Core Virtues instruction
Why Choose a Charter School?
A charter school, by definition, is a school of choice. Because of this, parents play an important role in every part of their child’s education. Our small size allows more one-on-one attention and the ability to tailor our curriculum to meet each child’s educational needs. Our faculty and staff are committed to nurturing the whole child, fostering the safe and respectful environment where learning can best occur.
National Accreditation
Annual Education Report
Annual Education Report
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What families are saying about Will Carleton Academy
"Our kids are thriving at WCA, and that is very important to us. Thank you, WCA, for making a great place to educate our kids!"
-Cathy K.
"While I firmly believe our children's development starts at home, I truly feel that WCA is an extension of my home in raising my kids to become good people."
-Rob T.
"My son's learning needs are met with consideration and respect...making him feel supported, encouraged, and empowered."
Jennifer S.
"They welcome parent involvement and always take the time to make sure parents know how their children are doing."
-Lucy B.
"Will Carleton Academy strives for excellence, and they inspire their students to strive for the same."
-Jessica H.
"We love the individualized education and the clear sense that teachers and staff are rooting for students."
-Christina M.
Upcoming Events
Updates
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Meet Our Area Superintendent: Kurt Naber
September 20, 2019
Meet our new area superintendent, Kurt Naber. He has come to Will Carleton Academy with an enthusiasm for the classical education model. Kurt has lived a life of serving children in charter schools. He started his career teaching at a charter school in Big Rapids, Michigan in 2001. In his past 18 years in education, … Continue reading “Meet Our Area Superintendent: Kurt Naber”
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Starting the School Year with Our Core Virtues
September 17, 2019
We had our first Core Virtues Assembly today. The students showed lots of Respect and Responsibility as Mrs. Vogt read “My Teacher” by James Ransome to illustrate this month’s virtues. This is a school tradition we have kept for many years now, and we believe it is a great way to start the school year … Continue reading “Starting the School Year with Our Core Virtues”