ÉTOILE (PRONOUNCED E–TWAL) MEANS “STAR” IN FRENCH.
Who we are
Coming from Houston’s space history as well as the migration of New Orleans’ French culture to the city, the name has deep meaning for our school. Our students at Étoile Academy are reaching for their most ambitious life goals, the highest star!
Étoile Academy Charter School ensures that every student in grades K through 8 has the academic and character foundation necessary to succeed in high school, graduate from college, and pursue ambitious life goals.
Mission
Étoile Academy Charter School is founded on the belief that all students can achieve academic success and a college diploma with the right support. Our educational philosophy is based on seven core principles.
These core principles come from the best practices of successful charter schools nationwide:
High academic expectations for all students inform every school design element.
Supportive, targeted interventions for all learners are frequent and required.
Data-driven, quality instruction informs all classroom instruction, individual supports, and professional development needs.
Highly structured routines, infused with joy and encouragement, support achievement.
Intentional character development allows all students to build school and life success.
Family involvement, driven by a clear mission, unites the entire school community.
Measurable educational goals hold all adults accountable for student success.
Vision
What Sets Our Families Apart?
High-Quality Education
At Étoile Academy Charter School, we are dedicated to providing a high-quality education to all our scholars. Our experienced educators strive to create a supportive learning environment that nurtures academic excellence and personal growth.
Families gain
Financial Literacy
Through our comprehensive financial literacy curriculum, students learn the fundamentals of budgeting, investing, and money management. By instilling these valuable skills early on, we pave the way for our scholars' economic success in the future.
We equip scholars with
College & High School Exposure
Through school culture and partnerships with local high schools and colleges, scholars at Étoile gain exposure to high school and college-level coursework even while in elementary and middle school. This early exposure not only helps them academically but also empowers them to set ambitious goals for their future education and career paths.
Scholars gain
Tuition-Free Progam
At Étoile Academy, we believe every child deserves access to an exceptional education. As a public charter school, we offer a comprehensive academic program at no cost to families. Join our community where education is a shared journey, and financial barriers don’t dictate opportunities.
Families save money through our
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Respect
We respect all members of our community and ourselves.
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Excellence
We strive for excellence in everything we do.
Our Core Values
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Ambition
We are motivated to continuously improve and reach our goals.
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Community
We take care of each other, our school, our city, our state, and our country.
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Hardwork
There are no shortcuts to success. We work hard each and every day.
Learn about charter schools
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A charter school is an independently run, tuition-free, public school granted greater flexibility in its operations (budget and resource allocation, hiring and developing staff, and designing their educational program) in return for greater accountability for student results.
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Charter schools create choices for families who seek the most appropriate public school environment for their children. They operate with freedom from some of the regulations that are imposed upon district schools. Charter schools are accountable for upholding the promises made in their charters.
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Étoile Academy Charter School will provide services for all students including students with special needs and limited English proficiency.