Learning Grove - Erlanger/Elsmere

The Ignite Institute is Northern Kentucky's first regional public school, a high school that grew from a vision Toyota and Boone County Schools developed in 2016, with Kenton County Schools joining as a partner in 2018. Our students, whom we call scholars, attend one of our career-focused colleges for the full day: Allied Health and Biomedical Sciences, Computer Science, Design, Education or Engineering. Within their college, scholars take a career elective along with English, math, science, social studies and world language, earning the same credits their home high school requires. Our week runs on three Core Curriculum days and two Production days, when scholars and teachers work with business partners on mentorship, real-world projects and workforce training. Each scholar can spend more than 400 hours with regional companies before graduation, and dual credit courses through partner colleges let scholars work toward an associate degree. Our counselors help with academics and college and career planning. Each spring we host the Maker Expo, with STEAM challenges for K-12 students, an artist market and a camps fair, and we run the NKY Makerspace.

This community is accessible any time day or night, builds connection with other families, brings OT directly to you and provides ongoing therapy training and techniques for children with a variety of disabilities. The goal is to remove some of the barriers in accessing OT, whether that is provider availability, transportation, scheduling or finances. I aim to bring amazing sessions every week to engage you and your kiddos!

Academy of Learning is dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment tailored for children with diverse learning needs, including those with language-based learning disabilities and twice-exceptional students. The school's core mission revolves around fostering imagination, creativity, and play, allowing each child to explore their world safely while developing essential skills. With a focus on holistic growth, Academy of Learning offers a range of programs that prioritize healthy eating through an FDA-accredited food program and engaging activities that promote life skills and social interaction. The summer camp experience is particularly noteworthy, transforming the centers into vibrant spaces where campers participate in swimming, ice skating, gardening, and art projects led by experienced instructors. These activities not only enhance creativity but also culminate in exciting art exhibitions that celebrate the children's achievements. What sets Academy of Learning apart is its commitment to maintaining a low student-teacher ratio, which ensures personalized attention and strong family partnerships that foster a supportive community for both parents and students alike.