šŸŽ„āœØ At Steel City, we care deeply and plan intentionally to create core memories for our students — experiences, moments, and traditions that spark joy and let kids fully embrace the wonder and imagination of being a kid. šŸ’™šŸ”„

This year, a sneaky little elf made his way to Steel City… and every morning our elementary students walked in buzzing with curiosity about what mischief he got into overnight! šŸ‘€šŸŽ…šŸ½

From ā€œbreakingā€ the cafeteria TV šŸ“ŗšŸ˜² to swinging into action as Spider-Elf on our holiday wreath šŸ•·ļøšŸŽ„ — this elf kept us laughing, guessing, and smiling all week long!

Because these are the moments our kids will remember — the joy, the magic, the laughter, and the feeling that school is a place where fun lives too. āœØā¤ļø

Check out all the mischief our elf got into this week šŸ˜‰šŸŽ„šŸ”„
4 days ago, Steel City Academy
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šŸŽ„āœØ The weeks between Thanksgiving and Winter Break can be hard — and at Steel City, we choose JOY on purpose. šŸ’™šŸ”„

This season, our team leaned all the way into community and celebration:
šŸŽ‰ Spirit Days with daily raffles
šŸŽ„ Our first-ever Candy Cane Olympics (competitive in the best way šŸ˜‰)
šŸŽ Staff Secret Santa surprises
šŸ“ø And even creating our very first Steel City Holiday Card

Because here’s what we believe deeply: for a school to be strong, it starts with its people. When adults feel joyful, connected, and supported, that energy pours straight into our classrooms and our kids. ā¤ļø

From all of us at Steel City Academy — we’re wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a holiday season filled with joy, comfort, and peace. āœØšŸ’™šŸ”„
#SteelCityJoy #PurposeAndJoy #PeopleFirst #SteelCityStrong #HolidayVibes šŸŽ„šŸ”„
5 days ago, Steel City Academy
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āœØšŸŽ¶ā›øļø HOLIDAY JOY AT WINTERWORKS! ā›øļøšŸŽ¶āœØ

Our students had the absolute BEST time caroling and ice skating at Gary’s WinterWorks — and the JOY on their faces says it all! šŸ’™ā„ļø From singing Christmas carols to gliding across the ice, these are the core holiday memories our kids will carry with them forever.

Huge shoutout to Ms. G for organizing and leading our students in caroling šŸŽ¤šŸŽ„, Ms. Peterson for capturing these stunning moments šŸ“øāœØ, and Coach Kelly for jumping in and sharing the fun!

We are so grateful to the Gary Arts Council (https://www.unapologetic.art/gac) and the City of Gary Government for creating such a beautiful, joyful experience for our kids and our community. šŸ’™šŸ™ļø

šŸŽ‰ Don’t miss out — there are still a few days left to enjoy WinterWorks! AND make sure to stop by this weekend — our very own Mr. Parris Gill Sr will be there doing crafts with the kiddos! šŸŽØāœØ

Joy, community, and holiday magic — Steel City style. šŸ’™šŸ”„
#SteelCityJoy #WinterWorks #GaryPride #HolidayMagic #CommunityMatters
6 days ago, Steel City Academy
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šŸ”„šŸŽ¤ FlameWorks Media Crew Takeover! šŸŽ¤šŸ”„

Steel City’s Student Council is being organized a little differently this year — and we love it! šŸ’™ Instead of just a few students representing the entire student body, we now have at least one representative from each squad, grades 5–12, making sure every voice is heard. šŸ™Œ

Within this group, students voted within themselves to elect a President, Vice President, Secretary, and Co-Secretary, forming a structure that looks a lot like an actual government in action! šŸ—³ļøšŸ“œ

This is student leadership, representation, and voice at work — the Steel City way. šŸ”„šŸ’™
— FlameWorks Media Crew
12 days ago, Steel City Academy
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āœØšŸŽ„ Our 12 Days of Christmas Spirit Days are off to an incredible start! šŸŽ„āœØ

Day 1 kicked off with Cozy Sock Day brought all the warm, fuzzy vibes šŸ§¦ā„ļøšŸ’™. The halls were filled with festive patterns, silly holiday designs, and the comfiest socks you’ve ever seen — our students and staff showed up in true cozy style!

Day 2: Feeling Frosty turned our campus into a sparkling Winter Wonderland šŸ¤āœØšŸŒØļø. From head-to-toe white outfits to shimmering accessories, everyone looked bright, frosty, and full of holiday cheer!

We love seeing our school community show so much spirit, creativity, and joy šŸŽ…šŸ¼šŸŽšŸ’«. Stay tuned — even more merry and magical dress-up days are on the way! šŸŽ„āœØ
14 days ago, Clark Stevens
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šŸŽ‰āœØ At Steel City, we celebrate what we value — and today we’re celebrating our people! šŸ’™šŸ”„

Our November Teacher & Staff Members of the Month didn’t just show up for our students — they went above and beyond, lifting up our team, our students, and our entire school community šŸ’ŖšŸ½šŸ”„

Please join us in showing them some love in the comments and giving them their flowers in person! šŸŒøšŸ’

🌟 Teacher of the Month: Mrs. Cavanaugh (MS/HS English)
🌟 Instruction, CCR & Culture Staff Member of the Month: Coach Moore (Culture Coordinator)
🌟 Leader, Finance & Operations Staff Member of the Month: Ms. Pratt (Principal)

Thank you for embodying the heart, purpose, and joy that make Steel City so special. We are so proud to celebrate you! šŸ’™šŸ”„

#SteelCityAcademy #TeamSteelCity #SteelCityStrong #StaffOfTheMonth #TeacherOfTheMonth
14 days ago, Steel City Academy
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šŸ’™šŸ”„ HISTORIC NEWS FOR STEEL CITY! šŸ”„šŸ’™

Yesterday, Steel City Academy was officially renewed for 15 years by the Indiana Charter School Board — the longest possible charter term in Indiana! šŸŽ‰šŸ“œāœØ

This incredible milestone reflects a decade of mission-driven work grounded in love, high expectations, joy, grit, and unwavering belief in our students — and the powerful academic results our Baby Flames continue to deliver! šŸ“ˆšŸ’ŖšŸ”„

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who supported this process — from speaking at the public hearing, to meeting with ICSB staff, to submitting public comments. Your voices mattered. Your belief mattered. šŸ’™šŸ™Œ

This renewal affirms what we know to be true:
Strong academics + high expectations + stable leadership & teaching team + a clear, data-driven strategic plan = real results for Gary students. šŸ“Šāž”ļøšŸŽ“

This new 15-year horizon gives Steel City the stability to deepen our legacy, expand our impact, and continue rewriting what is possible for kids in Gary. šŸŒŸšŸ™ļøšŸ”„

To our families, staff, board, and community partners — thank you for believing in our mission and our kids. Steel City’s future has never been brighter. šŸ’™āœØšŸ”„

#SteelCityAcademy #CharterRenewal #HistoricMoment #GaryIndiana #EducationExcellence #AcademicGrowth #WeAreSteelCity #FutureIsBright #MissionDriven #HistoryInTheMaking
14 days ago, Steel City Academy
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We're all smiles and jumping for joy šŸ˜„šŸŽ‰ because enrollment applications for our second semester enrollment window are officially open! šŸ“āœØ

Are you looking for a change for your child's education? šŸ”šŸ“š Do you want a school focused on rigorous academics and boundless opportunities for its students? šŸŽ“šŸš€ Then we invite you to #ChooseSteelCity āš™ļøšŸ”„šŸ’™ Start your application today by visiting www.steelcityacademy.org
16 days ago, Clark Stevens
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āœØšŸŽ„ It’s the most wonderful time of the year! šŸŽ„āœØ We’re kicking off the holiday season with our 12 Days of Christmas Spirit Days, and we can’t wait to see YOU bring each theme to life! From cozy Christmas socks 🧦 and Winter Wonderland white outfits ā„ļøšŸ¤ to Grinch green šŸ’š, festive flannels 🧣, ugly sweaters šŸ¤ŖšŸŽ„, and holiday PJs šŸŽ…šŸ›Œā€”there’s a fun way to join in every single day. āœØā¤ļø

Whether you go all out or add a small festive touch šŸŽ€ we hope these days bring smiles, laughter, and memorable moments for everyone. ā¤ļøšŸ’š So dust off the Santa hats šŸŽ…, pull out your sparkles ✨, and get ready to celebrate the season in style ā›„šŸŽ„. Which spirit day are you most excited for? šŸŽšŸ‘€šŸŒŸ
21 days ago, Clark Stevens
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🚨 We are just TWO days away from our first-ever Sip & Support Giving Tuesday Celebration… and we’re already over $8,000 toward our $10,000 goal! šŸŽ‰šŸ”„
Now we need YOU to help us not only reach that goal — but EXCEED it for our students! šŸ’™āœØ

Join us for a night of good vibes, live music, great drinks, and even better company — all to support after-school clubs and field trips that bring joy, purpose, and opportunity to our Steel City students.

šŸŽŸļø Have you grabbed your ticket yet? We’d love to see you there!

šŸ‘‰ Purchase your tickets here! https://www.steelcityacademy.org/page/giving-tuesday
šŸ“… Tuesday, December 2, 2025
ā° 6:00–8:00 PM
šŸ“ Dialogue Wine Bar & Miller Beach Cigar Bar
(601 S Lake St, Gary, IN 46403)

Can’t make it? You can still make a HUGE impact.

šŸ’› Consider choosing Steel City for your Giving Tuesday gift — every dollar goes directly to expanding experiences and opportunities for our kids.

Thank you for believing in Steel City, showing up for our students, and pouring into their futures. Let’s finish strong together! šŸ’™šŸ”„ #SipAndSupport #GivingTuesday #SteelCityStrong #SupportOurStudents
24 days ago, Steel City Academy
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šŸ Happy Thanksgiving Break, Steel City Academy! 🦃 Our campus is officially closed November 26–28 in celebration of the holiday. The main office is closed as well, and classes will resume on Monday, December 1.

šŸ“š No Steel City Academy classes: November 26-28
šŸ“š No Gary Area Career Center classes: November 24–28
šŸ“š No IUN classes: November 26–28

Wishing all our students, families, and staff a safe, restful, and joy-filled break! šŸ‚āœØ
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29 days ago, Clark Stevens
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šŸ Thanksgiving Break is almost here! 🦃 Reminder that Steel City Academy will be closed November 26–28 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Our main office will also be closed, and classes will resume on Monday, December 1.

šŸ“š No Steel City Academy classes: November 26-28
šŸ“š No Gary Area Career Center classes: November 24–28
šŸ“š No IUN classes: November 26–28

We hope all of our students, families, and staff enjoy a safe, restful, and joy-filled break! šŸ‚āœØ
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about 1 month ago, Clark Stevens
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šŸŽ“āœØ Hey Class of 2026 — It’s Your Time! āœØšŸŽ“

Senior year is officially here, and it’s time to make it uniquely yours! Don’t forget to place your Senior Memorabilia Order by November 28 to lock in the best possible pricing on all your Jostens senior gear.

From caps & gowns, class jewelry, and announcement packages to custom apparel and keepsakes that celebrate your journey — you can find it all at our official senior store!

šŸ›’šŸ‘‰ Visit the Steel City Academy Jostens Store:
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/2674279/Steel-City-Academy/

✨ Why order by the deadline?
āœ”ļø Best group pricing
āœ”ļø Guaranteed availability
āœ”ļø Stress-free senior planning

Let’s make this year unforgettable, Class of 2026! šŸ’™šŸŽ‰
#SteelCityStrong #ClassOf2026 #SeniorSzn #MakeItYours #Jostens #SeniorMemories
about 1 month ago, Clark Stevens
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šŸŽ‰ A huge THANK YOU to everyone who came out to support Steel City Academy at our Chuck E. Cheese fundraiser last week! šŸ§€šŸŽˆšŸ’™

The night was packed with joy — from friendly Skeeball competitions šŸŽ³ and racing-game showdowns šŸŽļøšŸ’Ø to big smiles over pizza šŸ•, prizes šŸŽ, and photos with Chuck E. šŸ­šŸ“ø. The energy and community spirit made the evening absolutely unforgettable! ✨

We also want to give a special shoutout to Chuck E. Cheese for visiting our Kindergarten through 5th graders earlier that day! šŸ­šŸ’› The students lit up as he walked through the halls, danced with them šŸ’ƒšŸ•ŗ, gave high-fives āœ‹, and helped build excitement for the big event. Their laughter and enthusiasm set the perfect tone for an amazing night! 🌟

Thank you, Steel City Academy families, staff, and supporters, for showing up with such heart. Your generosity helps us continue creating meaningful opportunities for our scholars — and we appreciate you more than you know. šŸ™ŒšŸ’™

#SteelCityAcademy #ThankYou #SchoolCommunity #FundraiserFun #ChuckECheeseNight
about 1 month ago, Clark Stevens
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Boxes full of gifts, hearts full of service! šŸŽšŸ’–šŸŽ„ Our Steel City Academy National Honor Society scholars were all smiles this past weekend as they came together to pack shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child, a global project of Samaritan’s Purse that delivers gift-filled boxes to children in need across more than 100 countries. šŸŒāœØ

Students carefully filled each box with toys, school supplies, hygiene items, and uplifting notes — small treasures that can make a big difference in a child’s life. šŸ§øāœļøšŸ“ššŸ’› These shoeboxes don’t just carry gifts; they carry hope, joy, and the reminder that every child is valued and remembered.

We’re incredibly proud of our NHS members for stepping up with leadership, compassion, and holiday spirit. Their dedication to serving others shows what it truly means to give back — especially during this season of kindness and generosity! šŸŽ„šŸ¤šŸ’«

#OperationChristmasChild #SamaritansPurse #SteelCityAcademy #NHS #ServiceInAction #HolidayGiving #SpreadJoy šŸŽāœØ
about 1 month ago, Clark Stevens
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šŸ Flannel Friday is almost here, Steel City! šŸ

We’re leaning all the way into those cozy fall vibes this week! Pull out your warmest, comfiest, flannel-iest flannel and join us for a school-wide spirit day full of joy and community.

🪵✨ Friday, November 21, 2025 Let’s show off our school spirit in true Steel City fashion — bold, cozy, and ready for the season! Check out the flyer for all the details and get ready to rock your favorite flannel this Friday!

Can’t wait to see all the patterns, colors, and fall flair walking our halls! šŸ‚šŸ’™šŸ”„
about 1 month ago, Steel City Academy
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šŸ”„šŸŽ‰ Our high school Flames brought the heat at our Quarter 1 Awards Ceremony! From day one this year, our scholars have been showing maturity, determination, and leadership — and it showed in every award earned. šŸ’ŖšŸ’™

Whether it was academic accomplishments, core value recognition, or strong attendance, our students proved that they’re committed to excellence. These awards aren’t just acknowledgments — they represent the persistence, ambition, and pride our high schoolers bring to Steel City each day. āœØāš™ļø

We’re incredibly proud of our students for stepping up, setting the standard, and demonstrating what it means to be a leader in our community. Keep pushing, keep shining, and keep the fire alive, Flames! šŸ”„šŸ’™šŸ¤

šŸ”· Core Value Awards – Recognizing students who consistently embody Purpose, Team, Joy, Grit, Accountability, and Gratitude in their choices and conduct.
šŸ“š Academic Growth & Honor Roll – Highlighting impressive academic progress, mastery, and high-level achievement across all courses. šŸ’«
šŸŽÆ Attendance Excellence – Celebrating students who maintained above 92% or Perfect Attendance, showing responsibility and commitment by being present and prepared. šŸ•“āšŖļø
šŸ’° Top Steel City Bucks Earners – Acknowledging students who set the tone with positive behavior, leadership, and community-minded actions throughout Quarter 1. šŸ’™šŸ‘
šŸ†Katie Kirley Award - Awarded to students who earn an award in each category: šŸ”· Core Value Awards, šŸ“š Honor Roll, šŸŽÆ Attendance Excellence, and ā¤ļø Red Slip Free

Quarter 2, we’re coming in strong — there’s even more greatness ahead at Steel City Academy! šŸ™ŒšŸ”·
#SteelCityAcademy #Quarter1Awards #HighSchoolPride šŸ’™šŸ¤āš™ļø
about 1 month ago, Clark Stevens
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šŸ“šāž”ļøšŸŒŸ From turning pages to taking charge! Our 2nd and 3rd grade Readers to Leaders club, sponsored by Ms. Osborne, is buzzing with curiosity, teamwork, and the joy of reading new stories. šŸ“–āœØ Each week, our students dive into a new chapter of their book, share their ideas šŸ’¬, and support one another as growing readers. šŸ¤ Whether they’re solving mysteries together šŸ”Ž, discussing new vocabulary šŸ“, or helping a friend through a tricky chapter, these young learners are building confidence that shines just as brightly as their smiles. šŸ˜„šŸŒŸ We love watching their excitement grow—and seeing how every chapter opens the door to new leadership skills. šŸ’›šŸ“šāœØ Here’s to our future leaders, learning one page at a time! šŸŒˆšŸ“– #ReadersToLeaders #SteelCityStrong
about 1 month ago, Clark Stevens
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šŸ“šāœØ BIG NEWS, STEEL CITY! āœØšŸ“š

We are so thrilled to share that Steel City Academy has officially been selected as an Indiana Learns Tutoring Partner for the second year in a row!

That means eligible 4th–8th grade students have access to high-dosage, after-school tutoring led by our remarkable, certified teaching team — all in a 1:4 teacher-to-student ratio that truly moves the data on academic mastery. This is targeted, relationship-based support that makes a real difference.
This program is one of the most powerful tools we have to accelerate learning, build confidence, and help our students shine. And we are so excited to bring it back for our community! šŸ’™šŸ”„

šŸ‘€ 4th–8th Grade Parents:
Please check your email to see if your child is eligible! If you received an email, be sure to sign up as soon as possible to take advantage of this incredible opportunity — spots will fill fast!

Together, let’s keep pushing our students toward excellence. šŸ’™šŸ“˜#SteelCityStrong #IndianaLearns #AfterSchoolSuccess
about 1 month ago, Steel City Academy
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Steel City Academy wishes you a Happy Veterans Day! šŸ’™ Today, we proudly honor the brave men and women who have served our country with courage, dedication, and selflessness. šŸŽ–ļøšŸ’Ŗ Their sacrifices protect the freedoms we cherish every day, and we are forever grateful. ā¤ļøšŸ¤šŸ’™

A very special shoutout goes to our amazing staff members — Bridgette "Coach" Kelly and Officer Arthur McClain — who have both served in the U.S. Armed Forces. šŸŒŸšŸ‘ Your leadership, strength, and commitment continue to inspire our students and our entire school community. šŸ«āœØ Thank you to all veterans for your service, sacrifice, and love for our country.šŸ™

#VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #HonoringOurHeroes #ProudToServe #SteelCityStrong
about 1 month ago, Clark Stevens
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