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ACE Mentorship Builds Futures One Project at a Time
The Academies of Louisville are committed to connecting classroom learning with real-world experiences, empowering students to envision-and build-their futures. The ACE Mentor Program embodies this mission, bringing together industry professionals from architecture, construction, and engineering to guide and inspire the next generation of innovators.
Shawnee Students Celebrated for Charter Communications Internships
The Academy @ Shawnee held a celebration event on May 5, 2025 to recognize four students whose selection for prestigious internships with Charter Communications represents the culmination of this mission. Not only are these the first students from Shawnee to be selected for this opportunity, but Shawnee is the only school to have four students chosen.
Ad2 and Jeffersontown High School Collaborate on Project-Based Learning Initiative
Ad2 collaborated with Jeffersontown High School on project-based learning.
Hatfield Media’s Partnership with the Academies of Louisville
Clark Absher is an Eastern alumnus who is proud to partner Hatfield Media with the Academies of Louisville.
Firsthand Perspectives: Olivia Shain on College Research, Interviewed by Abbygail Milburn
Highlighting the power of alumni connections to inspire future scientists, Atherton High School recently welcomed back Olivia Shain, a senior at Bellarmine University currently engaged in academic research relevant to their curriculum. She spoke to Mrs. Amanda Green’s 3rd-year biomedical sciences students.
In an insightful interview conducted by fellow Atherton student, Abbygail Milburn, Olivia shared her experiences in college and her research endeavors with the school's biomedical science students.
Fostering Community: Iroquois Academy Coach Carmen Bellefant
At Iroquois High Sool, building community isn’t just a mission statement—it’s the daily work of people like Academy Coach Carmen Bellefant.
“What makes me proudest to be at Iroquois is our school community,” she says in a new video spotlighting her role. “I think we have adults who are invested in our students, and who want what's best for our students.”
Science in Action: Atherton Students Step Into the Lab
Student's from Atherton’s Health Science Academy visited HealthTrackRx for a behind-the-scenes look at one of Louisville’s most advanced clinical labs. During the visit, students toured the facility, explored entry-level career opportunities, and heard from lab professionals about their career paths and the importance of precision and speed in testing. With the company poised for major growth, the visit offered a valuable glimpse into real-world healthcare careers and the future of diagnostic science.
A Partnership that Pays Off: The Central Midwest Regional Council of Carpenters
Hope Harp, Outreach Specialist with CMRCC, says it best: “It’s not just about work—it’s about making sure that young people know there is so much more out there.” In this short video, Hope shares why the Council invests in students at Jeffersontown, Iroquois, and PRP—and how the trades can offer more than just a career path. For CMRCC, this work is about giving back, building community, and helping students discover what’s possible.
Educators Building Community: How Iroquois High School is Shaping Futures on the South End
Guiding Fairdale Students to Write Their Own Stories with Lisa Garrett
Every student has a story to tell, and Lisa Garrett is passionate about helping them write it. Her own career journey has been filled with unexpected chapters, and now, as Academy Coach at Fairdale High School, she's dedicated to guiding students as they write their own stories of success.
Two Paths, One Iroquois: Annaea and Aaliyah's Journeys to Success
The long hallways of Iroquois provide a variety of opportunities for these students. From healthcare to engineering to welding to culinary, Iroquois Raiders are on the path to success. The varied opportunities at Iroquois are exemplified by the stories of two seniors: Annaea, headed for a career as a mason, and Aaliyah, with her sights set on becoming a pediatrician.
Fairdale High School Hosts Successful Student-Driven Health Sciences Career Fair
Fairdale High School recently hosted a successful Health Sciences Career Fair, notable for its student-driven organization and focus on providing real-world career insights. The event allowed 200 students from grades 10-12 to explore diverse opportunities in healthcare and develop essential leadership skills.