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A Parent’s Point of View: Amy Ficklin DeBrota

by Ty Spisak / Uncategorized / No Comments / 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

by Ty Spisak / Uncategorized / No Comments / December 23, 2021

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

by Ty Spisak / Uncategorized / No Comments / December 12, 2021

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

by Ty Spisak / Uncategorized / No Comments / December 6, 2021

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

by Ty Spisak / Uncategorized / No Comments / December 3, 2021

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.

by Ty Spisak / Uncategorized / No Comments / December 1, 2021

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

by Ty Spisak / Uncategorized / No Comments / November 16, 2021

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

by Ty Spisak / Uncategorized / No Comments / November 11, 2021

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

by Ty Spisak / Uncategorized / No Comments / October 24, 2021

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

by Ty Spisak / Uncategorized / No Comments / September 30, 2021

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

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