Promise Academy

Welcoming Kindergarten through Fifth Grade students to the 2023-2024 school year for the joy of Tyler

THE NEED

The families of North Tyler are interested in quality academic options. While Tyler's public schools are striving for improvement, many families are under-served or disenfranchised in their neighborhood schools. Tyler’s charter schools operate on a lottery system and are far from this community, south of the loop. The abundance of private schools in Tyler are all south of Front Street, a

07/20/2024

Our children praised God with the crowd at Love Thy City!

Photos from Bethesda Health Clinic's post 07/20/2024

Great to be here, loving our city, with wonderful organizations like Bethesda Health Clinic !

07/20/2024

Promise Worship is ready for sound check! Come see us at Love Thy City! We will be sharing JOY around 2:30 on the Main Stage!

07/18/2024

Come see us this coming Saturday at our booth at Love Thy City! The Promise Academy Worship Team will also be singing around 2:25pm. 💙

Love Thy City will take place on July 20, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the W.T. Brookshire Conference Center., 2000 W. Front St., Tyler

Highlights of the Event:
- Christmas in July: Bikes, scooters, basketballs, footballs, soccer balls, and toys!
- Prayer Room
- Groceries
- Live Music
- Mental Health & Christian Counseling
- Backpacks & School Supplies
- Local Speakers
- Food Truck Vouchers
- Physicals & Immunizations
- Beat the Heat: Window A/C units, box fans, and more!

TO REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT or for more information on Love Thy City go to www.lovethycity.org

07/18/2024

Promise Academy's amazing Board of Directors serve sacrificially and demonstrate Jesus' love for our community. Thank you to our Immediate Past President, Brian Brandt for your wise leadership and service the past two years. You have taught us so much and have been such a blessing to Promise Academy. Here is Brian pictured with our Incoming Board President, . We are excited to continue to work together for the joy of our city and the glory of God!

Photos from First Tee Greater Tyler's post 07/18/2024

Thrilled to see our students enjoying and learning with FirstTee after summer school! 🏌️‍♂️⛳️ Proud to support their development in golf and life skills.

07/05/2024

We will be opening our doors Monday! Be sure to check out our summer hours below!

07/01/2024

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Promise Academy is still enrolling 1st and 3rd-grade students for the upcoming school year! As a private Christian school, our mission is to cultivate wise, creative, and compassionate leaders who will positively impact our world.

Come join our supportive community where faith, education, and character development go hand in hand. Contact us during our summer hours to learn more about our enrollment process.

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07/01/2024

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Are you a Christian passionate about cultivating wise, creative, and compassionate leaders? We have an opening for a part-time upper elementary math teacher! Send your resume and cover letter to [email protected] for more information. We look forward to you joining !

06/25/2024

We are so grateful for all the volunteers who love making Promise awesome for our students like Kellie Pope! We love being with you in this work! Thank you!

People of Our Community Who Make a Difference - Kellie Pope

In a world where authentic altruism is needed more than ever, there remain individuals who make it their mission to help others. With their unwavering dedication to putting others before themselves, they continue to push past their boundaries and transform communities into a better place for the next generation. One of these individuals is Kellie Pope, and she is making it her goal to help guide Rose City youth towards confidence and leadership.

Mrs. Pope enjoys devoting her time and service to Promise Academy, a Christian-based elementary school located in North Tyler, and believes in dedicating herself to helping others.

“I am blessed to be able to share the gift of time with various organizations that are important to my family and me,” Mrs. Pope said. “Whether it is to share the love and hope of Jesus, meet the physical needs of those in our community, or to simply be an encourager to those I serve, I believe we all have something to give.”

Giving is something Mrs. Pope does not think twice about, as she serves Promise Academy in varied capacities.

“As a partner, volunteer, and board member at Promise Academy, I have the opportunity to serve the school and its students in a variety of ways, including volunteering in the lunchroom each week, supporting the staff through board activities, bringing others into the Promise family, and sharing what Promise Academy is doing with other communities,” Mrs. Pope said.

Volunteering at Promise Academy gives Mrs. Pope the dual benefit of serving the youth while staying true to her faith.

“The school’s mission is to cultivate wise, creative, and compassionate leaders through exemplary, Christ-centered education in North Tyler for the joy of our city and the glory of God,” Mrs. Pope said. “Promise Academy’s income-based tuition gives all families access to a Christian education, providing the only Christian elementary school serving North Tyler in the last 80+ years. What a privilege it is to watch this in action week after week.”

Originally from Commerce, Texas, Mrs. Pope is a graduate of Stephen F. Austin State University with a bachelor of business administration degree in finance. She and her husband, Rogers, have been married 11 years, and have five children: Trace, Elise, Will, Sydnie, and Casey. Prior to her service with Promise Academy, Mrs. Pope served as vice president of Grace Community School’s Parent Teacher Fellowship and is a former board member for the Greater Longview United Way.

Through it all, Mrs. Pope values her part in making the community a better place.

“I have found Tyler to be a community that constantly strives to improve, whether it is through the countless services offered to its residents, the invaluable nonprofit organizations in our area, or just residents loving their neighbor,” Mrs. Pope said. “It is an honor to play a small role in that.”

06/13/2024
06/09/2024

🌞 We hope everyone is having GREAT Summer fun!

Here's a reminder to keep the learning spirit alive this summer! Here are 3 reasons why it's crucial for children to continue learning during the break:

1. Prevent Learning Loss: Don't let those hard-earned skills fade away in the sun! Summer learning keeps minds sharp.

2. Maintain Progress: Keep that educational momentum going! Learning throughout the summer ensures a smooth transition back to school.

3. Promote Lifelong Learning: Cultivate a love for learning that lasts a lifetime. Summer is the perfect time to explore new interests and hobbies!

Let's make this summer a season of growth and discovery! 📚✨

06/03/2024

Promise Academy's May 2024 Newsletter "The Scrape" - *|https://mailchi.mp/promisetyler/promisemay2024newsletter-13754446|*

Photos from Promise Academy's post 05/24/2024

2023-2024 Fifth Grade Graduation 🎓✨🎚

To see more photos, check out our Flickr: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBrMSq
Photographer: John Martindale

Photos from Promise Academy's post 05/24/2024

2023-2024 Kindergarten Graduation! 🎚🎓✨

To see more photos, check out our Flickr: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBrNGz
Photographer: John Martindale

05/23/2024

🎉 As we celebrate the end of another enriching school year, we are grateful for the blessings and guidance we've received along the way! 🙏✨

At Promise Academy, we are truly blessed to have a community filled with dedicated volunteers, including those in the library, lunchroom, and beyond. Your service reflects the spirit of Christ's love, and we are immensely thankful for the kindness and support you've shown to our students and staff.

We also want to extend our sincerest appreciation to our generous sponsors, devoted teachers, supportive parents, and everyone who has nurtured our school family. Your commitment to fostering a Christ-centered environment has helped shape a year of growth, faith, and cherished memories.

To our volunteers and the City of Tyler transportation who helped transport children to field trips, your willingness to serve reflects the heart of Jesus, who calls us to love and serve one another. Your dedication to ensuring our students' safety and enjoyment has not gone unnoticed, and we are deeply grateful for your selflessness.

As we reflect on the journey of this past year, let us give thanks for the countless blessings we've experienced and the lessons we've learned. May the love of Christ continue to guide us as we embark on a summer filled with rest, rejuvenation, and opportunities to grow closer to Him.

Wishing everyone in our Falcon family a blessed summer break filled with the joy of His presence and the warmth of His love. 🌞📚🙌

Photos from Promise Academy's post 05/22/2024

📚🏫 Exciting Announcement! 🏫📚

We are thrilled to unveil a wonderful collaboration between our students, First Baptist Church Tyler, Texas, First Tee Greater Tyler, and the generous donors who made it all possible! Together, we've brought to life a beautiful Little Library that will serve as a beacon of knowledge and community spirit. 🎉

Thanks to our grants team's dedication and hard work, who turned a heartwarming vision into reality. What makes our Little Library truly special is its design – an exact replica of our beloved school!

We're excited to share that our Little Library will also hold Bibles and books, providing a space for spiritual nourishment and transformation alongside the joy of reading. 📖⛪️

A big shoutout to KLTV 7 for joining us in covering this inspiring story and sharing it with our wider community! 🎥 Click on the link to view the story: https://www.kltv.com/video/2024/05/22/promise-academy-students-unveil-free-little-library-tyler-park/

Photos from Promise Academy's post 05/20/2024

Field day at Promise! 🌞

Check out the rest of the pics here!: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBr9Bo

Photos from Promise Academy's post 05/17/2024

📚🎉 Wrapping up the school year with a celebration of reading! 🌟

Our students have gone above and beyond in their literary journey despite the challenges. While our goal of total library books was ambitious, they've surpassed the halfway mark with flying colors! 🚀📖 This week, during their final library period of the year, we threw a halfway party to applaud their dedication and love for books!

Photos from Promise Academy's post 05/16/2024

🌋 Today, in first grade, we dove into the world of volcanoes! The classroom was excited as the kids mixed baking soda, food coloring, dish soap, and vinegar to create their own explosive eruptions!

05/15/2024

Thank you, Pastor Josef Sorrells, for being a faithful speaker at Promise Academy. We always enjoy your message!

Texas Roadhouse

05/13/2024

Student/Alumni vs. Staff Basketball Game! The students broke the teachers' winning streak! Congrats, students!

Photos from Promise Academy's post 05/10/2024

🎉 Celebrating Kind Hearts 🎉

On this final day of Teacher Appreciation Week, we celebrate the heart and soul of Sylvia Marshall and Lauri Ann Hoyt! Their Christ-centered approach to education and commitment to cultivating wise, creative, and compassionate leaders bring joy to our city and honor God's glory. Thank you for your tireless dedication and inspiring us to live out our school motto daily. You are genuinely cherished and admired!

Photos from Promise Academy's post 05/10/2024

Muffins with Mom 🫶✨

Photos from Promise Academy's post 05/09/2024

📘 Celebrating Impact 📘

Today, we celebrate the profound impact of Debra Acosta, Diana Johnson, and Maria Martinez on our school community! Their Christ-centered approach to education has empowered our students to grow in wisdom, creativity, and compassion. Thank you for being so dedicated to shaping leaders who bring joy to our city and glory to God. Your influence is truly transformative!

05/08/2024

We welcomed a new guest speaker today, Pastor Derwin Ford! Thank you for taking time out of your morning to speak with our students.

Also, thank you, Whataburger for our student coupons!

Photos from Promise Academy's post 05/08/2024

🙏 Gratitude for Guidance 🙏

As Teacher Appreciation Week continues, we express our deepest gratitude to Daniel Ward and Jonathan Barker for their guidance and mentorship. Their commitment to nurturing Christ-centered leaders fills our school with joy and brings glory to God. Thank you for your compassionate heart and unwavering dedication to our student's growth and spiritual development. You are a true blessing to our school community!

05/07/2024

Our Kindergarteners raised over $300 last week for our annual Spring grant—that's almost $40 per student! Way to go to Mrs. Marshall and her class!

Photos from Promise Academy's post 05/07/2024

✨ Teacher Spotlight ✨

On this second day of Teacher Appreciation Week, we spotlight Lamesa Landers and Jessica Rocha! Their passion for teaching and dedication to exemplifying our school mission—cultivating wise, creative, and compassionate leaders through Christ-centered education—is evident in everything they do. Thank you for your tireless efforts in nurturing the potential of our students and guiding them on their journey of faith and learning.

Photos from Promise Academy's post 05/06/2024

🍎 Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! 🍎

Today, we celebrate by honoring some of our dedicated educators, Ms. Laura, Alex Michael McLean, and Maria Allen! Their commitment to cultivating wise, creative, and compassionate leaders through Christ-centered education is inspiring. Thank you for your unwavering dedication to shaping the hearts and minds of our students. You are a true blessing to our Promise community!

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Our Story

THE NEED

The families of North Tyler are looking for quality academic options. While Tyler's public schools are striving for improvement, many families are under-served or disenfranchised in their neighborhood schools. Tyler’s charter schools operate on a lottery system and are far from this community, south of the loop. The abundance of private schools in Tyler are all south of Front Street, and most of them are also south of the loop. Even if these schools were more geographically accessible, the financial chasm between already reduced tuition and the reality of these families is often impassible. Before Promise began in 2015, many families were left hoping that their children would be accepted to the magnet elementary school or would “win the lottery” at one of the charter schools.

THE MISSION

Cultivating wise, creative, and compassionate leaders through exemplary Christ-centered education in North Tyler for the joy of our city and the glory of God.

THE VISION

Promise Academy is founded on the conviction that all children are created for God’s glory and endowed by Him with an undeniable potential to acquire wisdom and knowledge. We join families in equipping their children to become responsible servant-leaders of the 21st Century, striving to create a school culture that is committed to the truth, discipline, and values of the gospel of Jesus Christ. We work to mobilize educational, business, church, and community leaders toward the goal of serving the children of Tyler with an excellent education. This inter-denominational school will seek to raise up kingdom citizens who work for justice, economic opportunity, racial harmony, hope for the family, and joy in their communities.

FIRST YEARS

Hosted at New Days Community Church, we opened in 2015 with a Kindergarten: 16 students, 2 experienced teachers, 1 bilingual aide. Our aim is to maximize use of resources from within the North Tyler community.

Now, we are located at the former Boys and Girls Club building at 504 W 32nd Street here in Tyler. We have grown to be a school of Kindergarten - third grade. We began the year with 40 students, and we have 4 teachers, two teaching assistants, and three administrative team members. Offering fine art, physical education, Spanish, and technology, we are interested in the education of the whole child.

Our goal is to add a grade per year until 5th grade.

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504 W 32nd Street
Tyler, TX
75702

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4pm
Friday 7:30am - 4pm

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