Company Research Report: UP Excellence Academy

Company Overview

Name

UP Excellence Academy

Mission of the Company

UP Excellence Academy is dedicated to nurturing scholars for success in both their academic journey and life endeavors. The school aims to deliver an education steeped in an entrepreneurial mindset, empowering each scholar to discern and embark upon their distinct pathway to achievement.

Founding Details

Founder: Tamika Griffin
When Founded: No information is available about the specific year the company was founded.

Key People

Tamika Griffin: Founder
Kyra Hardwick, MBA: Board Chair, Managing Consultant, The Kyra Company, LLC
Tamika Bartley, M.Ed.: Board Secretary, Curriculum Coordinator, Sheldon ISD
Shawn Spearman: Vice Chair, Global Manager, People Initiatives and Projects
Iralee Acosta, M.Ed: Board Member, Professional Development Coordinator, Houston ISD
H. Nicole Beasley: Treasurer, CEO, Emergent Ed Childcare Consulting
Christine Aboud: Board Member, CEO, St. Michael’s Learning Academy

Headquarters

Location: 330 N. Sam Houston Pkwy. E, Houston, Texas 77060

Number of Employees

No information is available

Revenue of the Company

No information is available

What is the Company Known For

UP Excellence Academy is known for providing a prekindergarten to 8th-grade tuition-free public charter school education with a focus on experiential learning, entrepreneurship, and economics. The academy equips its students with essential skills and hands-on experiences necessary for making a difference in their communities and beyond.

Products

Offered Products

Educational Programs:

Academics Program: Focuses on literacy and mathematics through small-group instruction at the elementary level, evolving into tailored, individualized guidance as students progress.

Special Programs:

Special Education

Emergent Bilingual Program

Gifted and Talented Program

Experiential Learning: Students actively engage in hands-on learning and community projects.
Personalized Learning Plans: Customized educational paths tailored to each student's strengths, needs, and interests.
Entrepreneurial and Economic Education: Curriculum focused on teaching students about entrepreneurship and economics through real-world experiences.

High-Level Description

Academics Program: Designed to give a solid foundation across essential subjects, aiming at literacy and mathematics, and adapting to provide individualized support.
Experiential Learning and Entrepreneurial Focus: Facilitates real-world learning experiences to foster innovation, problem-solving, and leadership.

Key Features of Each Product

Personalized Plans: Custom educational paths to identify growth areas and guide learning.
Cooperative Learning: Promotes strong communication and problem-solving skills via group activities.
Special Programs for Diverse Needs: Programs to ensure inclusive and adaptable education for all students, including those with special needs, bilingual students, and gifted students.
Experiential Learning: Encourages practical learning by doing, emphasizing real-world problem-solving skills.

Recent Developments

Recent Developments

Inaugural Fundraising Reception: An event organized to support the official opening of UP Excellence Academy in August 2024.
Building Tomorrow's Leaders: Continued efforts to craft a school environment that inspires and prepares students for future challenges.

New Products Launched

No information is available