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Harding Fine Arts Academy

3333 N Shartel Ave,
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73118

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Award-winning public charter school focused on fine arts integration. Grades 5 through 7 and 9 through 12.

Harding Fine Arts Academy is a tuition-free, public charter high school in Oklahoma City. The mission of HFAA is to prepare students for college in an academically challenging, arts-integrated environment, and they were founded with a vision to provide educational equity through a transformative learning opportunity.

They believe that all students can thrive in an engaging, hands-on experience that fosters critical thinking and creative problem-solving. In addition to traditionally required academic subjects (including 14 Advanced Placement) in mathematics, English, science, social studies, and foreign language, their students select from a wide range of courses in dance, music, theatre, martial arts, and visual arts programs. Some of Oklahoma City’s finest artists and musicians are available as instructors, advisors, and community partners.

In addition to receiving numerous awards, including 56 Oklahoma Education Awards for Arts Excellence over the years and being an OKA+ High School, the school also boasts impressive statistics regarding their students. The recent graduating senior class of 78 students collectively received more than $3.9 million in college scholarships.

Interested parents can learn more and apply online at the school's website or contact recruitment coordinator Bronda Williams at 405-702-4322 or bronda.williams@hfaaokc.org.

I plan to go to college for cybersecurity or computer programming, so my favorite class is honors Algebra II. But I also enjoy graphic design. It allows me to wind down and just get my thoughts and ideas out. Having the option to do both makes HFAA unique. Victor E., junior student

Harding Fine Arts is the best educational experience for those looking for qualified, committed, dedicated and experienced educators and staff. The balance of quality core curriculum with the excellent selection of art-based electives equals a top-notch foundation for the high school student interested in a liberal arts college degree. I would recommend this school even to those seeking a standard high school experience because of its wide variety of electives, student activities and smaller class sizes. An A++ in my grade book. Yvonne Hughes, parent

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