Barack Obama Leadership Academy
Quick facts
Points of pride
African Centered Approach
Leadership
Cha-Rhonda Edgerson is the Co-Principal of Barack Obama Leadership Academy. While receiving her formal training at the Universities, Cha-Rhonda acquired knowledge through her courses in school improvement systems, as well as experience in summative, formative and interim assessments and student data analysis.
Management Company
A Member of the Detroit Public Schools Community District Community
Location & Contact
08:30 am - 03:45 pm
08:00 am - 02:00 pm (Friday)
Transportation
Yes, Transportation is Provided
Transportation is provided to all areas on the Eastside of Detroit
Commute Time
Public Transportation
To see available transit times enter your location below.
Enrollment
| Enrollment Details | |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 391 |
| Accepting New Students? |
Yes - Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th |
| Application Required | Yes |
| Application Priorities | |
| Enrollment Instructions | There is an application on our website. Call 313-823-6000 for more information. |
Academics & Activities
Curriculum
The Academy’s K-8 curriculum is aligned to the CCSS. The academy’s curriculum focuses on the core content areas in ELA, math, science, and social studies. We utilize the Curriculum Crafter 3.0 Tool (CCT) to create a comprehensive scope and sequence, as well as rigorous units and lessons for all K-8 units of study.
Support Programs
Top Activities
Track and Field won 1st place
3rd-5th grade Basketball won 2nd Place
| Top Activities |
|---|
| Sports |
| Arts |
| Chess |
| Dance |
| Leadership and Mentoring |
| Sports |
| STEM/Robotics |
| Student Clubs |
| Student Government |
| Theater |
Academic Offerings
| Academic Offerings |
|---|
| Arts |
| Computer lab |
| Field Trips |
| Homework help |
| Math interventionist |
| Reading interventionist |
| STEM |
| Tutoring |
Culture
Is there a parent advisory council?
YesParents Are Teachers Too (P.A.T.T) is BOLA's parent organization that meets monthly. This advisory group helps in every facet of the school.
Partnerships
School Safety Culture
BOLA uses Restorative Practices when dealing with discipline. We also abide by our bullying policy.
