Building a School Where Everyone Belongs.
Opening in the fall of 2025
We’re conducting a survey assessing community interest in our school to support our charter application. The more respondents, the better!
ABOUT US
We’re developing Autumn Hill Academy, a free public charter school in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, to provide a supportive, inclusive environment where students are empowered to live authentically and achieve their full potential.
Research shows not enough is being done to support the overall well-being of teens. In Waukesha County, 23 percent of high school students are bullied, 50 percent experience anxiety and 30 percent suffer depression. Autumn Hill Academy will provide a diverse and accepting learning environment embracing everyone to help students thrive socially, emotionally and academically.
The school will open in the fall of 2025 with grades 6-10 and expand to grades 6-12 over the first two years.
OUR MISSION
Autumn Hill Academy’s mission is to engage students in challenging and transformative learning in an environment that celebrates diversity and fosters the mental, emotional and relationship well-
being of individuals. We will create a community of belonging and school connection for all.
ACADEMICS
Strong academic achievement is central to our mission. Autumn Hill Academy will offer college preparatory coursework designed to enable students to maximize their post-secondary educational opportunities.
Mental, Emotional and Relationship Wellness
Established techniques exist for people to transform stress, anxiety and negativity into productive actions. Autumn Hill Academy will provide teens with tools to navigate their emotions and relationships, and to improve their overall well-being.
Our framework will emphasize:
Self-Awareness
Self-Management
Social Awareness
Relationship Skills
Responsible Decision-Making
Our culture will focus heavily on empathy and understanding—values that are central to Autumn Hill Academy’s mission of providing a safe and affirming place for all.
SPECIAL EDUCATION
Autumn Hill Academy is committed to supporting special education learners both socially and academically. We have high expectations for our Special Ed program and will dedicate significant resources to ensure it excels in meeting student needs.
Students with learning disabilities are able to achieve high levels of success. Autumn Hill Academy will help every special education learner fulfill their potential, including those who are college-bound.
“It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are.”
— E.E. Cummings
LGBTQ+ INCLUSIVENESS
More LGBTQ+ youth are bullied in Waukesha County than any other student demographic (41%). Anxiety is pervasive among LGBTQ+ students (80%), and an alarming number have contemplated suicide (40%). Autumn Hill Academy will be a place where LGBTQ+ youth are fully accepted and valued. Students will find supportive policies, educators and staff, and inclusive curricula highlighting LGBTQ+ history and role models.
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Yes, Autumn Hill is designed to provide rigorous academics that fully prepare students for college. Advanced placement courses will be offered.
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Yes, students of all races are appreciated and celebrated at Autumn Hill Academy. We will promote racial equity by highlighting the contributions of people in racial and ethnic minority groups, teaching accurate American history, and creating an anti-racist, culturally sensitive learning environment.
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Autumn Hill Academy will open in the fall of 2025.
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The school will serve students in grades 6-12.
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Any Wisconsin resident is eligible to attend, regardless of home school district.
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Facility planning is in its early stages. We are seeking a location near the center of Waukesha County.
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The school’s ability to provide bus service will depend on available funding and has not yet been determined.
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Zero. Autumn Hill Academy will be a free, publicly funded charter school.
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We welcome and need your support! You can get involved by joining our mailing list, signing our petition, making a donation or volunteering. Learn more on our Support Us page.
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