Lighthouse Academies is a non-profit charter school network founded in 2003, operating public charter schools across multiple states in the United States. The organization focuses on providing high-quality education to underserved communities through a rigorous academic program combined with social-emotional learning and arts-infused instruction. The network implements a distinctive educational model that incorporates arts integration into core academic subjects, believing that exposure to the arts enhances student engagement and learning outcomes. Lighthouse Academies schools typically serve students from kindergarten through 12th grade, emphasizing college preparation and character development. The organization’s educational approach is built on three main pillars: rigorous academics, social-emotional learning, and arts infusion. Their curriculum aligns with state and national standards while incorporating creative expression and artistic elements across subjects. Schools within the network maintain small class sizes and provide extended learning time through longer school days and an extended academic year. Lighthouse Academies operates under performance-based accountability systems and maintains partnerships with various educational and community organizations. The network has established schools in several states, including Arkansas, Illinois, and New York, serving thousands of students annually. Each school within the network operates as a public charter school, providing tuition-free education to enrolled students.