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Why Andrew J Brown Academy?

At Andrew J. Brown Academy we create endless opportunities for your child to become their best. We shape instruction to build on the strengths and abilities of each child and make moral focus lessons part of every school day. As a result, our students thrive. At Andrew J. Brown we create endless opportunities for your child to become their best.

What is the role of parents and families at Brown University?

Parents and families are a valued part of the Brown community and important partners in their students' success. We invite you to learn more about what is happening here on the Brown University campus and the wide range of services resources that are available to your student.

How does Andrew J Brown Academy rank in Indiana among charter schools?

Andrew J. Brown Academy ranked in 13th place of charter middle schools in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report. Andrew J. Brown’s elementary ranked 20th of all charter elementary schools in the state.

What is the Brown parent & family newsletter?

The Brown Parent & Family Newsletter is sent out several times each year with information about resources, projects and events on campus. Events and important dates from across campus. Brown student-athletes compete on 34 varsity sports teams and in a wide variety of club sports and intramural sports.

Activities & More

In addition to our academics and moral focus, we support our students with a variety of extra programs.

Clubs

Art Club, Drama Club, Community Service, Book Club, STEM Club, Student Ambassadors, and Safety Patrol

Applying to an NHA School

At National Heritage Academies we create endless opportunities for your child to become their best. We inspire our students to excel academically and think creatively to reach their full potential. Our dedicated teachers help children apply critical thinking skills to solve real-world problems.

Application FAQ's

As a public school, we invite applications from all children who reside in the state in which our school is located and meet age requirements. For specific questions on the school's age requirements, please call our school directly.

Open Enrollment and Lottery

Andrew J Brown Academy has partnered with Enroll Indy. The enrollment periods follow Enroll Indy’s 2 enrollment windows. Round 1: October 29 th – January 31 st Round 2: February 1 st – April 29 th Late: June 1 st – August 31 st To learn more about Enroll Indy, please click here.

Enrollment Requirements

If accepted, you will receive an acceptance package with important registration forms. A proof of residency must also be submitted to complete registration. Parents/Guardians must submit to the school all of the following items by the date specified in the letter, otherwise you child may be remove from the Accepted list:

Indiana Enrollment Requirements

All you need to do to hold your student’s seat is fill provide the information and forms bolded below. The remaining forms allow us to ensure student safety and well-being and accurate reporting, so we ask that you fill those out as soon as possible.

Parent Portal

The NHA Parent Portal allows parents and guardians to access their child's information online through their computer or smart phone. Parents can view student grades, fill out school forms, contact school staff, check attendance record, view the school calendar, make payments for school lunch, and view your notifications or account settings.

Parent Portal

The Parent Portal allows parents quick and easy access to their child's essential information. Watch our Parent Portal video and learn how to create an account or log in if you already have a Parent Portal account.

Current Parents

You do not need to enroll through Enroll Indy. Simply fill out your Re-Enrollment Ticket through the school and your child will be all set!

Interested Parents

Great news! We have seats available! For help enrolling, please call Kyla at 219-617-9138. For bilingual families in need of assistance to enroll please call Jose Uribe at 317-476-0310​.

Winter Webinars

Join us for a series of webinars designed to help families and students navigate life at Brown. Advance registration is required.

Family Weekend

Family Weekend is an important event in our community — a time when many students share their lives on campus with their families for the first time.

Commencement

Commencement is an important milestone for all Brown students — the culmination of their educational journey as undergraduates, graduate or medical students.

Parent & Family Newsletter

The Brown Parent & Family Newsletter is sent out several times each year with information about resources, projects and events on campus.

Brown Athletics

Brown student-athletes compete on 34 varsity sports teams and in a wide variety of club sports and intramural sports.

News from Brown

Brown deploys knowledge to address critical and complex problems in the world.

Kindergarten - 2nd Grade

Kindergarten through 2nd grade is a time of rapid growth. Children strengthen basic skills and progress to higher-level thinking in literacy, math, science and social studies. As they become more aware of the world around them, they build empathy, compassion and understanding for others.

EXCEL-ERATE

Advanced learning at the ready, when your child is more than ready. We’re proud to introduce EXCEL-ERATE, our new advanced learning program. For the student ready to progress beyond grade level, EXCEL-ERATE provides the resources and instruction they need.

Apply Now for Kindergarten

Do you have a child ready to start Kindergarten in the fall? Secure a seat today at Andrew J. Brown Academy!

Preparing your child for a lifetime of success

See what happens when hard work, personal responsibility, and a nurturing school community combine to create one exceptional experience. Founded on academic excellence, moral focus, parental partnership, and student responsibility, Andrew J. Brown Academy is a school like no other—one that can lead your child to a lifetime of success.

Apply Now

We can't wait to share in your child's journey! Apply online, in person or over the phone, and don't hesitate to ask questions along the way. We are here for you!

Academic Philosophy

Andrew J. Brown Academy is dedicated to developing students through accessible and rigorous instruction that empowers them to become their very best. We believe every student can succeed given the right balance of challenge and support, coupled with personalized instruction and experiential learning.

Where Students Succeed

Andrew J. Brown outperformed the local school district on the state test.

Lifelong Readers

Students experience a balanced literacy approach through a variety of resources appropriate for a student’s independent ability, affinities, instructional needs and grade level.

Winter Book Releases to Watch For

From picture and board books to graphic novels, this winter season looks like it’ll be a great time to stock your library, no matter your kids’ ages. So, curl up in your cozy reading chair or nook and enjoy some of these books we’re most excited about (and when you can expect them).

Ensuring Your Child Succeeds

Our model for achieving student success begins with the way we structure classroom instruction. The NHA approach includes a blend of one-on-one teaching, small group instruction, and time for independent practice. Our teachers invest time identifying each student’s unique needs so they can specifically tailor plans, set goals, and meet their needs.

Andrew J. Brown Academy Receives Top Ranking

Andrew J. Brown Academy was ranked one of the top 20 elementary charter schools in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report on their Best Schools list for 2022.

What is the role of a brown student in education?

As architects of their education, Brown students are expected to be active participants in their education; this requires that they reflect on their strengths, interests, and goals, and that they make informed choices about the areas of study they pursue.

What is Brown's advising structure?

Brown's advising structures support students throughout their academic journey. Before arriving on campus, every incoming first-year is assigned two advisors -- an academic advisor and a student peer advisor -- who help them navigate Brown's open curriculum. Transfer students are connected with a concentration advisor and a Transfer Peer Counselor. In the first year and beyond, students meet with their advisors at key moments to discuss their academic choices and to plan for subsequent terms. Parents may wish to explore the exciting array of concentrations and courses through Focal Point, and to read more about Academic Advising in each year.

How often is the Brown newsletter emailed?

The newsletter is emailed several times each year with news and updates specific to undergraduate life at Brown. See the section on Parent Communication for newsletter editions and information about parent email addresses.