Map Academy is an alternative charter high school founded on the belief that every student – no matter what their life circumstances – has unique strengths and the ability to succeed. Our students are survivors. Most have been forced to navigate challenges beyond their years. Here, they get the chance they deserve to overcome barriers and re-engage with their education. Map Academy is the alternative these students need to write the next chapter of their story – one that is not defined by challenges, but instead by what it takes to succeed in spite of them. Students leave Map with plans for the future and the skills to achieve them.
We believe:
- There is no such thing as a one-size-fits-all education.
- School should not ignore the realities in students’ lives that may hold them back from academic progress.
- All students can succeed with the right resources and support, even those who have struggled in the past.
- Diversity and inclusion are the power that drives innovation and are critical elements of our community.
- Learning does not start and stop when bells ring.
- All students can achieve at high levels and should be held to high standards.
- School is about learning, exploring, and achieving, not ranking, complying, and competing.
The Education Disruption Podcast
Featuring Map community voices, created to tell the story of how high school can be done differently.
The Education Disruption Website
An archive of multimedia student and staff stories, used to document our journey as a school community and share the knowledge we're gaining along the way.
- A high school diploma can open so many doors that would otherwise be closed. For students like Doug, Map provides a… https://t.co/BdUgtaJuaC
- Do you need a fresh start at a new school? We’re a free, charter public high school open to students up to age 24.… https://t.co/pbif4rhYIk
A high school diploma can open so many doors that would otherwise be closed. For students like Doug, Map provides a chance to get back on track toward graduation and prepare for life after high school.
Hear Doug’s story on the #EducationDisruption podcast — link in bio ☝️
Do you need a fresh start at a new high school? We’re a free, charter public high school open to students up to age 24. Though we’re currently at maximum enrollment, we are accepting applications for our Fall 2023 lottery! Deadline to apply is 2/21/23. Click the link in our bio to learn more.
We’re so thankful for our Map community — we truly couldn’t do it without you! 💙 Wishing everyone who celebrates a safe and happy holiday. (Shout out to Map students for the artwork!)
Getting started at Map during the 2019 - 2020 school year, right as the pandemic took hold, was tough for Doug. He struggled to adjust, fell behind, and feared wouldn’t be able to graduate on schedule, so he eventually stopped attending school for a while… but he quickly realized he’d need a diploma in order to start a career. He found his way back to Map, and with encouragement from staff, he overcame his anxiety and self-doubt to reach his goal of graduating. Listen to Doug's story on the latest episode of #EducationDisruption — link is in our bio!
News
Eight students from four towns graduate from Map Academy in Plymouth (via WickedLocal.com)
Our October 2022 graduation was covered by Wicked Local reporter Rich Harbert. more
October 2022 Enrollment Update
Map Academy is currently fully enrolled for the 2022-2023 school year, but as always, we continue to accept applications for any spots that open during the school year. Students who … more
Fall 2022 Enrollment Update
We're currently fully enrolled for the upcoming school year, but as always, we continue to accept applications for any spots that may open. more
Watch: Meet the Map Academy 2022 Graduates
Get to know our latest group of grads! more
