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Ignite Performing Arts Academy | +1 813-618-3555 USA
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ABOUT US
WHY IGNITE?
Ignite Performing Arts Academy operates as a hybrid combination school model. Core academic instruction—including mathematics, science, social studies/history, and English Language Arts—is delivered online and facilitated by highly qualified educators. Arts education, with a focus on the performing arts, is provided through in-person instruction at designated locations throughout the Tampa Bay area and surrounding communities.
VISION
Ignite Performing Arts Academy envisions becoming a premier academic and performing arts institution that empowers and transforms lives through excellence in education and creative expression.
MISSION
Ignite Performing Arts Academy is committed to empowering underserved youth by delivering a rigorous academic and performing arts education that nurtures creativity, strengthens confidence, and equips students for college and beyond.
GOALS & IMPACT
Starting in the 2026–2027 school year, Ignite Performing Arts Academy will provide academic and performing arts instruction to serve students across the state of Florida.
6th-8th Grade Students
Provide services to over 150 students across the Tampa Bay region and neighboring areas.
Community Engagement
Promote community engagement by highlighting student academic and artistic accomplishments through midyear and end-of-year productions.
Academic Outcomes
Increase academic performance by 10%, based on progress toward established student learning goals.
Social Emotional Learning
Showcase scholar reflections and documented growth in core social-emotional competencies, including self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making.
Artistic Outcomes
Increase artistic performance and growth by 10%, based on progress toward established student development goals.
Enrollment & Attendance
Foster a brave, safe, nurturing, and ambitious academic and arts environment that promotes 90% attendance on combination school days, encompassing both online academics and in-person performing arts.
About
Gwendolyn Hodge, MBA, MEd.
Gwendolyn Hodge, MBA, MEd., is the founder and proud principal of Ignite Performing Arts Academy. She is a highly accomplished school administrator, educator, United States Air Force veteran, mother, and trusted community leader. With more than 27 years of dedicated service to middle school students and families across Florida, she has made a lasting impact in diverse educational settings. Her experience spans magnet and traditional schools, as well as public, alternative, and virtual learning environments.
