Cincinnati Acceleration Academies, a New Tuition-Free Public Community High School, Opens to Offer Cincinnati High School Students an Nontraditional Path to Academic Success
Cincinnati Acceleration Academies helps students ages 14–21 move forward on their path to a high school diploma.
CINCINNATI - November 9, 2026 – On November 5, Cincinnati Acceleration Academies celebrated the opening of a new public community high school in Cincinnati designed for students who have fallen behind on credits or left school before graduating. Cincinnati Acceleration Academies, a Cognia-accredited high school, helps students reconnect with their education and work toward an Ohio high school diploma.
Cincinnati Acceleration Academies is a great fit for students ages 14–21 who are balancing school with work or family responsibilities, want to accelerate their path to graduation by earning more credits in a school year, or are seeking an environment that better supports their individual needs.
This includes students who:
- Are pregnant or parenting;
- Experience anxiety in traditional classroom settings;
- Find that peer dynamics make school challenging;
- Are older and working to catch up in lower-level courses; or
- Are motivated to complete their diploma at an accelerated pace to reach personal goals.
“Every young person in Cincinnati deserves a path to a high school diploma, no matter what challenges they’ve faced along the way,” said Gabrielle Jackson, Director of Cincinnati Acceleration Academies. “Our academy is designed to meet students where they are; helping them rebuild confidence and create a future they can be proud of. By investing in the success of our students, we’re helping build a stronger Cincinnati community.”
With a mission to remove academic and non-academic barriers that have historically made earning a high school diploma challenging for some students, Cincinnati Acceleration Academies operates on a year-round calendar with a hybrid learning model that blends in-person academic coaching at the Academy with an online curriculum that is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Flexible scheduling allows learners to build school routines that fit into their real lives, as many balance coursework with jobs, medical appointments, caregiving responsibilities, or parenting.
Each student receives a personalized learning plan designed to track progress and map a path toward graduation. A strong emphasis on authentic relationships between students, teachers, and mentors helps learners find encouragement and stay on track academically.
Several district leaders and dignitaries were present at the ribbon cutting, including Kelli Campbell, CEO of Acceleration Academies; Rod Hale, President of Charter School Specialists; and Emily Miller, Board President for Cincinnati Acceleration Academies.
“Too many students begin to believe that graduating isn’t possible for them,” said Campbell, who is a proud first-generation high school and college graduate. “We’re here to change that story. Cincinnati Acceleration Academies provides a supportive, flexible environment where students can overcome obstacles, rediscover their strengths and make meaningful progress toward graduation. As part of a nationwide network, we know what’s possible when students are given the support and opportunities they need to succeed. Every student deserves to feel seen, valued, and capable of success, and we’re proud to help Cincinnati students build brighter futures.”
Families interested in learning more about the Academy, requesting a tour, or speaking with a staff member can visit the school’s website.
About Acceleration Academies
As a leading partner in student-centered alternative education, Acceleration Academies provides students a real second chance at a high school diploma by offering a hybrid learning model that blends in-person academic coaching with engaging online coursework, flexible scheduling and personalized support from teachers and mentors. Find more information at AccelerationAcademies.org.
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