About Us
Not a Moment—A Movement
I am proud of the mission and vision of ScholarMade and grateful for a team of educators and staff who show up each day committed to delivering a strong educational experience for all students, all of the time. We believe every child deserves access to a high-quality education, regardless of background or circumstance.
ScholarMade opened in 2018 through the work of community members and a small group of school designers united by a shared vision. Within a year, we were navigating the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. Our model shifted quickly to protect the health and safety of our students and staff while continuing instruction.
Through every challenge, we stayed focused. We continue to move forward with a clear purpose—meeting the needs of every scholar, every day. Our work is intentional. It is personal. It is grounded in the belief that growth is possible for every child we serve.
We are proud to share our Reading Movement Report, which shows that our progress is not a one-year spike. It reflects sustained, measurable growth over time. ScholarMade recorded one of the largest reductions in students in the lowest reading band across the state, along with strong gains in students reaching grade-level readiness. This progress is the result of focused instruction, clear systems, and a relentless commitment to closing gaps.
Our goals remain steady. Progress reflects the daily effort of a committed team. ScholarMade is a place that matters. We are building a learning environment where students experience joy, think creatively, and grow into their full potential—no matter where they begin.
We are grateful to the families who choose ScholarMade. We know you have options, and we do not take your trust lightly.
We invite you to stay connected, stay involved, and continue building with us. The future we want for our children requires all of us.
We do not give up on children. We are rooting for all children, everywhere.
Dr. Phillis N. Anderson
Founder
Chief Executive Officer
LOWER ACADEMY: K-4 | UPPER ACADEMY: 5TH-8TH
2410 S. BATTERY | LITTLE ROCK | ARKANSAS
Our Approach
We Are Different
At ScholarMade, we believe that education is not just about academics; it’s about preparing children for life. We understand the importance of building positive core memories and strive to empower our students as they navigate their educational experiences and beyond. Our ultimate goal is to develop future leaders and problem-solvers who will make a positive impact on society.
Our unique approach is rooted in child development.
Right from the start, ScholarMade has prioritized meeting the individual needs of students and accelerating learning through personalized instruction. We also emphasize the development of Emotional Intelligence, equipping our Scholars with essential skills to thrive in their personal and professional lives.
We are committed to building Student Efficacy.
Our aim is to empower every child to set and pursue knowledge and their goals with unwavering resilience and a passion for serving their communities. At ScholarMade, we firmly believe that all children are capable of achieving more and making a difference in the world.
Our children are Made for More.
Join us at ScholarMade, where we are dedicated to unlocking the full potential of each child and shaping them into confident leaders of tomorrow. Together, we can inspire a generation of individuals who are ready to create a brighter future for themselves and their communities.
Made for More Moments
OUR courageous
TWO-PART MISSION
We prepare our scholars through Emotional Intelligence and Personalized Learning to be self-confident, intellectually inquisitive, emotionally intelligent, and academically accomplished beings. Our Scholars will become leaders and problem-solvers who will improve conditions wherever they choose to work and live.
Opportunity gaps will be closed as all scholars achieve academically at high levels. Our mission is meant to inspire and uplift everyone involved in the work of developing young people. It is a conscious effort to prepare young people to serve and care about their communities, to give them the skills necessary to be successful in high school and college, and prepare them to be change agents, movement leaders, and problem solvers within those communities.
Families and communities are essential forms of support that ensure schools not only help students to achieve academically, but also ensure that the quality of life for children living in poverty is improved. Our collective strength will reach more students to transfer learning and leadership as we all pursue achievement.
We prepare our scholars through Emotional Intelligence and Personalized Learning to be self-confident, intellectually inquisitive, emotionally intelligent, and academically accomplished beings. Our Scholars will become leaders and problem-solvers who will improve conditions wherever they choose to work and live.
Opportunity gaps will be closed as all scholars achieve academically at high levels. Our mission is meant to inspire and uplift everyone involved in the work of developing young people. It is a conscious effort to prepare young people to serve and care about their communities, to give them the skills necessary to be successful in high school and college, and prepare them to be change agents, movement leaders, and problem solvers within those communities.
Families and communities are essential forms of support that ensure schools not only help students to achieve academically, but also ensure that the quality of life for children living in poverty is improved. Our collective strength will reach more students to transfer learning and leadership as we all pursue achievement.
OUR NAME
SCHOLARMADE: Every child has the potential to be a Scholar and our Signature Learning Experience will make each child into a Scholar. One who is guided by other scholars, normally know as a teacher, one who loves learning and who actively pursues new knowledge that will be used to benefit self and community.
Mission & Vision
Affirmation - We look to The H.I.L.L.S. to remember our responsibilities.
our creed
- ScholarMade believes that all our children can demonstrate excellence in academia and human decency. As the world is built upon both logic and principle, both discipline and creativity, so too can every child be made of academic ambition and empathetic fiber.
- ScholarMade believes that scholastic excellence can be the foundation upon which every child builds extraordinary monuments in humanities, economics, technology, and the arts.
- ScholarMade serves so that all children will be empowered to set and pursue their goals with steadfast resilience and instilled with the desire to lead their communities through service.
- ScholarMade believes that all children are made for more.