James A Garfield School 31

The James A. Garfield/Phoenix Academy is an educational institution that enrolls students in kindergarten though grade six. It offers a range of academic and extracurricular programs for students. The school provides instruction in physical education, art and music. It participates in Title I, English as a Second Language and special education programs. The James A. Garfield/Phoenix Academy has a media center that stocks a variety of print and electronic resources to meet the educational needs and interests of students. It follows a standard-based curriculum assessment procedure. The school maintains a cheerleading group that practices to cheer basketball teams in various matches, as well as a recreation adventure program and Just Say No clubs. The James A. Garfield/Phoenix Academy is a part of Indianapolis Public Schools, which governs more than 75 elementary, middle and high schools.