Address: 1615 West Broadway Louisville, KY 40203 Map & DirectionsPhone/Fax: (502) 485-8123School WebsiteSummaryLevel: MiddleHighSchool LeadershipAssistant Superintendent: Joseph EllisonBoard Member: Diane PorterPrincipal: LaTonya Frazier-GoatleyImportant Links School Report Card School Plan Student Promotion/Progression Student Support and Behavior Intervention Handbook SBDM Minutes Fundamental Supply List Nondiscrimination Policy Tabbed contentOverviewDistrictwide Gender-Specific Magnet With an Afrocentric STEAM Perspective: Grace James Academy of Excellence illuminates academic excellence in an innovative, nontraditional, multicultural, gender-specific environment. Grace James creates transformative learning spaces where Girls Excelling in Math and Science (GEMS) are empowered as change agents as they learn a rigorous Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) curriculum through an Afrocentric lens. Inclusivity and empowerment are at the forefront of our school culture as we focus on social and emotional success through our Collaboration, Resilience, Originality, Willingness, and Narrative (CROWN) Values through a unified sisterhood approach. Every GEM will proudly wear their CROWN at Grace James Academy of Excellence! Ready to join our sisterhood? School Highlights Utilizes modern classrooms and blended-learning models to offer personalized, student-centered learning Cross-curriculum STEAM focus in core classes with multiple industry partnerships Student voice, advocacy, and service-learning platforms supported through problem-based and Project-Based Learning (PBL) opportunities An Afrocentric model that teaches students to see the world through multiple lenses and be advocates for others Current Grace James middle school students to be in an accelerated career pathways program (due to exposure to Explore Pathways) Beyond the CROWN: Goal of implementing off-campus internships and co-op opportunities that are aligned with career pathways Career Pathways Health Science Co-op opportunities Industry-specific certifications and dual-credit opportunities Engineering and Design In collaboration with local universities and community partners Exploratory program aimed at getting students exposed to all engineering fields so they can make informed decisions when choosing a career Engineering certifications and dual-credit opportunities Data Science Collaboration with Microsoft Future Initiative Industry-specific certifications and dual-credit opportunities Working toward implementing the Early College Program Middle School Grace James Academy of Excellence is a sixth- through twelfth-grade program that empowers its GEMS (Girls Excelling in Math and Science) to boldly conquer limitless possibilities through an inclusive and personalized curriculum. School Highlights Gender Specific Magnet for Girls Core classes with a cross-curriculum Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) focus Advance Program and programming for Gifted and Talented students STEAM Exploration and Exposure Gender-Specific Skill Development Afrocentric Integration Athletics: volleyball, basketball, track and field, cross-country, soccer, cheerleading, softball, field hockey, archery, tennis, Step Team, dance, All-County Dance, Winterguard Explore Pathways Business & Communication: Students learn about concepts within the business world, such as personal finance, entrepreneurship, marketing and advertising, developing sales strategies, planning out their own business/company, or even the infrastructure of a whole town. Healthcare Science: Students experience the field of Healthcare Science by engaging in activities focused on the medical field. From first aid/CPR to biology to different careers in Healthcare Science, students learn the skills needed in today’s medical settings. Engineering & Design: Students are introduced to the world of engineering and design by learning about the design process and applying that learning in hands-on activities, such as robotics, city design, construction, and 3D modeling. Programs Science Technology Engineering Arts Mathematics (STEAM) (Middle, 2024 school year) Get Involved 15th District PTA SBDM Volunteer