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"ACPA was formed with the idea of creating a safe learning environment for every student...My school is a tight knit community and I wouldn't want it any other way." - ACPA Senior

"The teachers and staff are kind, there's a strong focus on arts, and I'm happy with the curriculum. I think the teachers and staff work really hard to create a good environment for the kids." - ACPA Parent

"I recommend that anyone that wants to go to a school where you are cared about should come here." - ACPA Junior

"I think the best thing about our school is the amount of opportunities that students have to learn about different types of arts and try their hand at it, while also still having a good academic program." - 2024 Graduate

"I look back on my time at ACPA often, and think about how lucky I was to have so many opportunities and connections at my fingertips there - I could try out any art form I wanted and I received so much support from my teachers and peers while doing so!" ACPA Alum

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Address & Contact Info

4401 Hilton Corporate Drive
Columbus, OH 43232

P: (614) 986-9974
F: (614) 986-9976

School Hours

Building opens: 7:45 am
School day starts: 8:45am
School day ends: 4:05pm
Building closes: 5:15pm

 

Important Dates

First Day of School
August 19, 2026

Picture Day
September 4, 2026

Chalkfest
October 3, 2026

Picture Retake Day
October 16, 2026

Important Contacts

Ronnie Brown - School Director
ronnie.brown@artcollegeprep.org

Carinne Blackwell - Middle School Principal
blackwell@artcollegeprep.org

Catherine McMillin - High School Principal
mcmillin@artcollegeprep.org

Sarah Silver - Transportation Director
transportation@artcollegeprep.org

Enrollment Department
enrollment@artcollegeprep.org

News & Events

Back to School Hub 2026

First Day of School: August 19, 2026 School Hours: 7:45am-5:15pm Students arrive by 8:45am each morning. Late bell: 8:55am Final bell: 4:05pm Important Contacts General Phone: (614) 986-9974 Report a tardy/absence: Press 1 For the High School: Press 2 For the Middle School: Press 3 For Enrollment: Press 5 Superintendent: Ronnie Brown ronnie.brown@artcollegeprep.org Student Services […]
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Coming in August: Orientation Nights

The first day of school is right around the corner, and we’re ready to start the school year off strong! Orientation nights are coming up in August and are a great way for students and family to get all the information they need. Middle School Orientation Wednesday, August 12 6:00pm-7:00pm Questions? Email Middle School Principal, […]
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Rescheduled: July Board Meeting

Notice ACPA’s July board meeting is rescheduled to Monday, July 13th, 2026 at 6pm.
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Notice of Special Board Meeting – June 27, 2026

Notice of Special Board Meeting and Board Retreat The ACPA Board of Education will be conducting a Board Retreat on June 27, 2026 at 9:30am at the Greater Columbus Arts Council Conference Room located at 182 E. Long St. Columbus, OH 43215. In accordance with Ohio Revised Code Section 3313.16, a special meeting of the […]
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A place where students discover their voice, grow as artists, meet their people, and thrive academically.

 

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Our Mission

We have a climate and culture that is based on a trailblazing arts and college prep curriculum in an environment that is safe, inclusive, and progressive.

Our Vision

The vision of ACPA is to sustain a progressive teaching and learning culture that thrives on safety, acceptance, and inclusion, rigorous academics, a commitment to the arts, and college preparedness.

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Address

4401 Hilton Corporate Drive
Columbus, OH 43232

Phone & Fax

P: (614) 986-9974
F: (614) 986-9976

Email

contact@artcollegeprep.org

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