The Learning Community at
George Washington Community High School

From an article published by the Coalition for Community Schools, Institution for Educational Leadership--It’s hard to imagine that Washington High was once an academically failing school that was closed by the Indianapolis Public Schools District. Today, the renamed George Washington Community High School (GWCHS) is alive with activity and its students are thriving. 

The transition didn’t happen overnight—and it wouldn’t have happened at all if it weren’t for the powerful commitment and intensity of support from the community. Neighborhood residents envisioned a center where the community collectively focuses on improving graduation rates and preparing young people for post-secondary education. 

The neighborhood surrounding the school has a history of low educational attainment. According to School/ Community Director Jim Grim, “Our community-wide goal since reopening the school has been to reverse that trend.” Click here to read more

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