Harvard Avenue Performance Academy
About Harvard Avenue Performance Academy
Welcome to Harvard Avenue Performance Academy. We are a first-rate academic and fitness institution where your student can grow intellectually and physically. We strive to instill the values of lifelong learning, strong character, and the importance of being physically fit in each of our students. Our staff and administration stand ready to provide the best possible education and preparation for life.
Please explore our Website for further information, and feel free to visit or contact us at any time.
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Our Transition Program helps 8th graders leave Harvard Avenue Performance Academy fully prepared for high school academically, socially, and emotionally.
We guide families through applications, test prep, and interviews, helping students earn spots and scholarships at some of the top high schools in Ohio.
With the right support, our students don’t just get in. They stand out.
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🌟 Teacher Appreciation Week Spotlight 🌟
This Teacher Appreciation Week, we are proud to recognize Ms. N'Dia Ford, a dedicated 1st grade teacher at Harvard Ave. Performance Academy!
For the past five years, Ms. Ford has been a valued member of the HAPA community, bringing creativity, passion, and unwavering dedication to her students each and every day. Her classroom is vibrant, engaging, and thoughtfully designed to create an environment where scholars feel supported, encouraged, and excited to learn.
Ms. Ford’s commitment to meaningful instruction and student achievement shines through in all that she does. She is an innovative leader among her colleagues while remaining humble, compassionate, and focused on helping every student reach their fullest potential.
Through her positive energy and strong sense of community, Ms. Ford empowers her students to grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Her impact extends far beyond the classroom, helping shape confident learners and future leaders.
👏 Thank you, Ms. Ford, for your dedication, heart, and continued commitment to education. Harvard Avenue Performance Academy is fortunate to have you as part of the HAPA family!
We are proud to celebrate two of our schools, Harvard Avenue Performance Academy and Akrotech High School, for being recognized with the 2026 Momentum Award by St. Aloysius! 🎉
The Momentum Award honors schools that demonstrate significant academic improvement while continuing to show strong student growth on the Ohio School Report Card.
To earn this recognition, schools must:
⭐ Increase their Performance Index by at least three points
⭐ Earn a 4-star or higher value-added rating
This achievement reflects the hard work, dedication, and commitment of our students, teachers, staff, and families every single day.
Congratulations to everyone who helped make this possible. Your work is building strong minds and strong futures. ❤️🩶
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Notice is hereby given that the Board of Education of the Harvard Avenue Performance Academy is requesting proposals regarding the NSLP Vended Meal Invitation to Bid Contract. To request the RFP documents please contact Heather Hardewig at hhardewig@performanceacademies.com. Procurement shall be executed through sealed bids which must be submitted and received by 12pm, June 15, 2026. A formal bid opening will occur on June 16, 2026 at 10am.
We are so excited to celebrate our incredible teachers all week long for Teacher Appreciation Week 🍎
Every day, they show up with passion, patience, and a commitment to helping our students grow stronger in both mind and character. The impact they make goes far beyond the classroom, and we are grateful for everything they do.
Join us this week in showing our appreciation for the educators who make it all possible ❤️ #TeacherAppreciationWeek
Your child’s first school experience should be safe, structured, and meaningful.
At Performance Academies, we understand how important that first step is and we take it seriously.
Now enrolling Kindergarten.
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Performance Academies | Knowledge. Strength. Values.
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Performance Academies provides high‑quality academics and fitness prep at Ohio academies. Discover our schools, programs, and enroll today for success.
We know that a confident Kindergartener becomes a successful student.
That’s why we focus on building skills, routines, and confidence from day one.
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The first year of school matters.
At Performance Academies, we focus on building strong reading, math, and social skills because we know early success leads to long-term outcomes.
Now enrolling Kindergarten.
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#withpurpose #earlylearning
At Performance Academies, we understand the importance of a strong start.
Kindergarten is where confidence begins, and we take that responsibility seriously every single day.
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“Harvard Avenue Performance Academy is more than a school, it’s a family. Every teacher supports every child, and we’re all working together to help students grow academically and personally.”
– Harvard Avenue principal & staff
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