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January 11, 2022
When your teen is struggling, it can be difficult to know where to turn for help. That was certainly the case for Indianapolis lawyer Amy Ficklin DeBrota, whose son Eli had attended three different high
Staying Sober This Holiday Season
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December 23, 2021
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While the holidays are commonly referred to as the most wonderful time of the year, they can also be a stressful, emotional, and triggering time of the year for many. The holiday season means festivities,
Yeimi’s Story of Hope
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December 12, 2021
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19-year-old Yeimi describes herself as a hard worker and a continuous learner. It’s no surprise, considering what she has been through. Yeimi has had to fight for everything she’s wanted to get where she is
Wishing Mr. Jensen a Happy Retirement
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December 6, 2021
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I have been an educator for 41 years as a teacher, administrator, and instructional coach. I began teaching 9th grade English in Pulaski, Wisconsin when I was 22 in 1974. My teaching journey took me
Stigma and Why the Words We Use Matter
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December 3, 2021
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Last month, we had the privilege to hear from Dr. Ben Wilson the Clinical Manager of Addiction Services at Aspire Indiana Health as a part of Hope Academy’s speaker series. His presentation focused on ways
Hope Academy Receives $50,000 Grant from Healthcare Initiatives, Inc.
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December 1, 2021
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The significant grant will be used to enhance recovery supports and expand enrollment initiatives for Indiana’s only recovery high school.
Hope Academy, Indiana’s only recovery high school, has received a grant in the amount of $50,000
Researching Cravings and Relapse Triggers
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November 16, 2021
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We are excited to partner with our board member and Assistant Professor with the IUPUI School of Health & Human Sciences, Dr. Victoria Garcia Wilburn, on her research project, “Understanding Cravings and Triggers in Adolescents
2021 Rise & Shine for Hope Event Recap
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November 11, 2021
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The 2021 Rise & Shine for Hope breakfast, presented by Strada Education Network, was a morning to celebrate!
Guests heard powerful stories from a parent, Rob Wynne, and a student, Hayden B. We honored Dr. Tim
The Dangers of Youth Marijuana Use
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October 24, 2021
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Teenage years are a time filled with exploration and experimentation. Unfortunately, experimentation can sometimes have unintended consequences. When it comes to teenage marijuana usage, there are concerning short-term and long-term effects. As marijuana continues to
A Student’s Perspective on Hope Academy
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September 30, 2021
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Making the decision to change high schools can be difficult. But most Hope Academy students will say that while it wasn’t easy at first, they’re glad they did it.
Hope Academy Executive Director Rachelle Gardner recently