Frequently Asked Questions

Q.      Is there tuition for this school?

A.   No.  This is a public charter school.  However, if you live outside of Baltimore City and your child is accepted to The Empowerment Academy, you will pay a tuition to Baltimore City, not to the school itself.

Q.      How can I get my child enrolled?

A.   You must first call the school for an application.  Applications are due by January 30^th. 

Q.      What ages are students able to enroll?

A.   Parents of students who are of Pre-Kindergarten through middle school age can request an application for their children.

Q.      What ages are accepted in the After School Program?

A.   Children in the After School Program are accepted starting at 1^st grade.  Only 60 students are in the program. 

Q.      Does the Empowerment Academy teach Religion?

A.    No.  Because we are a public school, we do not teach religion.  We do teach the six pillars of the Character Counts program.   

Q.      What is the school's inclement weather policy?

A.   We use the Baltimore City Public School System policy.

Q.      What happens if parents do not adhere to the contract that they signed during the admission process?

A.   Families not adhering to the signed contract may be asked to return to their zoned schools.