LIFT FOR LIFE ACADEMY
The culture at Lift For Life Academy is nurturing, compassionate and challenging. It feels like family and our priority is to ensure that all students are proficient in core subjects, are able to graduate with a strong academic foundation and then assist them in developing a life plan beyond graduation.
IN THE COMMUNITY
UPCOMING EVENTS
The Inspiring Journey of Nicholas Murphy
Nicholas Murphy, senior, has a story of inspiration and empowerment as a student at Lift For Academy. He enrolled here in 6th grade and his talents and skills have been enriched and nourished by our caring staff of teachers, counselors and administrators. See and hear his story by clicking here.
3rd Annual Savor for Students
This event is a phenomenal foodie feast featuring 23 local, prestigious chefs. Mark your calendar for August 29th, 5 – 7 pm at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis. For more details and to register, click here!
Open House for our New Elementary School
Construction has been well underway transforming the space at 1920 South 7th Street into our new elementary school. Come and check it out on August 29th from 10 – Noon. Kindergarten is filled but there are still openings in 1st and 2nd grades. To register, click here.
Our school calendar shows all our upcoming events.
ACADEMICS
Lift For Life Academy requires 26 credit hours to graduate while the State of Missouri only requires 24. We also offer several challenging and career-oriented courses such as engineering, coding, fashion design and music.
RESOURCES
Lift For Life Academy wants to ensure that all students and families have access to all available resources to enhance the students learning experiences.
ATHLETICS
Our athletic program is broad, offering football, basketball, volleyball, wrestling and soccer. Our coaches and physical education teachers have the skills and leadership qualities to provide a positive, team-building atmosphere for our student athletes.
ENROLLMENT
All youth in the city of St. Louis are welcome to enroll at Lift For Life Academy. With a student population of just under 600, we offer a safe,family environment with a stimulating curriculum and a robust athletic program.
RECENT STORIES
Educating, empowering and uplifting our students to create new life stories
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