Hope Academy opened in 2006 to give teens struggling with drugs and alcohol a place to continue their education while focusing on recovery. We’re Indiana’s only recovery high school—and one of just ten schools in the country accredited by the Association of Recovery Schools. As a tuition-free public charter school, we’re designed for students who need more support than a traditional school can offer.
For many teens, the high school in their community typically means facing the same people, pressures, and environments that contributed to their substance use. Nationally, nearly 80% of students relapse after going back to their school after substance use disorder treatment.
At Hope Academy, students get both a strong education and daily recovery support. They can stay on track to graduate while also building the tools to stay sober, nurture their mental health, and move forward. And families are part of the journey too, with guidance and connection from staff and a supportive community of other parents and caregivers.
Through partnerships with Indianapolis Public Schools and the Simon Youth Foundation, we serve students across Marion County and the surrounding counties: Boone, Hamilton, Hancock, Hendricks, Johnson, Madison, Morgan, and Shelby.
Here, students and families find a place to heal, grow, and start imagining what comes next—whether that’s college, career training, or something new.
The mission of Hope Academy is to provide a safe, sober, and challenging academic experience for high school students with substance use disorder.
At Hope Academy, we combine academic excellence with meaningful recovery support. Our students and families can expect:
I highly recommend Hope to any family who is experiencing the disruption, heartbreak and pain of having an addicted teenager. It will likely make a world of difference to your family and your child. Hope helped save my child’s life. It could do the same for you.