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EMPOWERING DREAMS & BUILDING FUTURES

Crete Academy is a charter elementary school serving students TK-6th grade in South Central Los Angeles.

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TRANSFORMING EDUCATION AT CRETE ACADEMY

Crete Academy empowers students to love themselves, embrace learning, and actively contribute to their community. Our holistic education model equips every student with the skills and support to lead healthy, purposeful lives and to build bright, successful futures.

VIEW OUR PROGRAMS

Our programs equip each learner with the skills, confidence, and compassion to thrive in the 21st century, fostering well-rounded individuals ready to make a meaningful impact in their communities and beyond.

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Transitional Kindergarten

Transitional Kindergarten

TK at Crete prepares children ages 3-4 for kindergarten by introducing them to structured learning and social-emotional development.

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Crete Enrichment Program

At Crete, we integrate enrichment activities into the daily school structure, providing a balanced education that’s both engaging and fun

Harmony Program

Harmony Program

The Harmony Program nurtures students' physical, mental, and emotional well-being, fostering a supportive school environment that promotes holistic growth

Gifted and Talented Program

Gifted and Talented Program

Our GATE program provides specialized support to nurture the unique strengths of advanced learners, empowering them to excel academically and personally.

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CRETE'S STORY

Crete Academy was founded by a group of individuals passionate about creating opportunities for children living in poverty.

CRETE'S MISSION

Crete Academy delivers an educational program to students TK-6th grade who are homeless and living in poverty, that meets their physical, mental and emotional needs while developing strong character and critical thinking skills so that each child is prepared for college and beyond.

CRETE'S VISION

One day, the cycle of poverty will end, and children who once were homeless and living in poverty will be leaders of this world.

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CRETE IN ACTION

Keep Up with Crete!

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CRETE'S LEAD THERAPIST
FEATURED IN LA TIMES

Renee Curry, MFT, conducted a year long study with Crete Academy on black girls and adultification bias.

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OP ED BY FOUNDER, HATTIE MITCHELL

Pandemic Reveals the Perverse Incentives of 'Larger is Better' in K-12 Education. Read more on how Crete Academy 

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NBCLX NEW FEATURE ON CRETE ACADEMY

NBCLX storyteller Cody Broadway introduces the world to Crete Academy, a school that’s combating the issue while giving

OUR CAMPUSES

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CRETE CRENSHAW

6103 Crenshaw Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90043

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CRETE MLK

1729 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90062

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CRETE NEWSLETTERS

NOVEMBER 2024

Take a look at the highlights as we wrapped up 2021 and see how you can continue to support!

OCTOBER 2024

We are back to school and stronger than ever! Thank you to all those who supported us.

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OUR PARTNERS

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