PODER Academy was recently named a 2025 ESEA Distinguished School. This is a very high honor for schools that show great student achievement and academic growth. This is the second time the academy has received this award, which shows how committed it is to a challenging curriculum that combines competitive chess and intense athletics in a way that no other school does. The school's "Knightly" community programs continue to encourage creative ways for parents and teachers to work together. The school has also recently updated its campus with new learning spaces to help it prepare students for college.

Q1. Are there chances to improve students teamwork skills?

Ans. Yes, group projects, clubs, and sports help students work together and talk to each other clearly.

Q2. Can students take the SAT and ACT?

Ans. Yes, PODER Academy Secondary School lets students who want to go to college take both the SAT and the ACT.

Q3. What kinds of programs for careers are there?

Ans. Programs include skilled trades, healthcare, IT, culinary arts, and other paths that lead to jobs.

Q4. Does PODER Academy Secondary School support professional growth?

Ans. Yes, students learn how to communicate, work as a team, and solve problems, which are all important skills for any job.

Q5. How does PODER Academy Secondary School keep things positive?

Ans. A safe and productive learning environment is built on respect, accountability, and inclusion.