Thank you for your interest in our charter district, Harding Independence Charter District.  Become a significant part continuing the excellent tradition at the premier college preparatory charter school in Oklahoma.  Many of our great features include:

• Inclusive college-preparatory curriculum 5th-12th grade.
• Small school environment with teacher-student ratio of 15:1.
• State and nationally recognized Fine Art programs.
• Most athletic programs of all Oklahoma Charter schools.
• Average of $4,000,000 senior scholarships accumulated. 

And the best part, Harding Independence Charter District is FREE and OPEN to all!

Apply online to be a part of our HICD community!

To complete this application you will need the following documents for submission.

 

Required for complete application to be admitted into HICD.

1) Copy of student's birth certificate.

2) Copy of utility bill or mortage/lease agreement.

3) Copy of accepted district transfer form (only applicable if live outside OKCPS district).

Not required for complete application, but due at enrollment.

1) Math Recommendation Form (for placement purposes only)

2) Copy of Immunization Records

3) Copy of grades (for placement purposes only)

 

Parents who desired the best educational experiences for their children founded both Independence Charter Middle School (ICMS) and Harding Charter Preparatory High School (HCPHS). The educational philosophy of ICMS and HCPHS is that of a small school environment where the former prepares their students for a college-preparatory high school and the latter is a College Board, Advanced Placement Curriculum. A highly trained faculty aids in the implementation of our rigorous curriculum. The Harding Independence Charter District (HICD) faculty and administration employ a transitional philosophy from the environment of middle school to the rigors and demands of high school. ICMS and HCPHS are staffed by a committed group of professionals who provide the structure and environment to use the full range of their professional expertise in providing the best educational experiences for the children they serve. We believe in a collaborative environment where faculty and administration work together for the benefit of students. 

Our principle interest is the welfare, educational experience and achievement of each student. Faculty, administration and parents hold high expectations for student academic achievement and have, therefore, designed a rigorous curriculum to prepare our students for the academic demands in both schools and in their studies beyond high school.

We believe an optimal educational environment is achievable through a secure and safe school experience. Parents will support the administration and faculty toward that goal. The highest standards of professional behavior and ethics are expected from our administration and staff. Parents will support the staff and administration in a mutually respectful manner.  

We understand the design, administration, and governance of this district are unique. As with all new enterprises, we will strive to continuously improve our district and provide the very best for the children we serve. 

I understand that I choose my own actions and reactions to others and to situations. I also understand every choice has a positive or negative consequence. With that, I PROMISE to the best of my ability:

• to treat myself, teachers, peers, and the school grounds and property with respect. 
• to obey classroom rules set by teachers. 
• to maintain a healthy lifestyle by avoiding harmful substances and behaviors. 
• to refrain from profanity in speech, personal conduct, and written language while on
campus or at school-sponsored events and/or activities, including travel to and from
each event/activity. 
• to not endanger myself or others by bringing any form of a weapon onto the
school grounds or to any school-related event or activity. 
• to refrain from vandalizing or misusing any school property (i.e. books, lockers, and
equipment) or the facility. 
• to keep my hands, feet, and objects to myself at all times. 
• to take responsibility for my own education by arriving at school on time, coming to class prepared, and completing homework or assigned projects on time. 
• to not engage in any form of sexual harassment activities.  
• to not participate in secret societies (i.e. gangs or occult activities) on school grounds or at school-sponsored events/activities. 
• to strive to exhibit behaviors that earn the respect of teachers, peers, and parents. 
• to follow the school dress code. 
• to follow the Code of Conduct on school grounds and at all school-sponsored events and activities.   

Furthermore, I understand all consequences for misconduct are unique to students who choose to attend the district schools and this Code of Conduct may be modified by the governance board of the school.

I understand the district's reputation has been built, in part, on a community of caring adults and students. To maintain this level of community, we ask our families to do their best to meet these expectations. With that, I PROMISE:

• to do my best to complete the expected hours of service to the school per academic
year. 
• to see that my student completes the required hours of service to the community per academic year. 
• to be a positive role model for my child(ren). 
• to support my student’s education via regular communication with teachers and
administrators.
• to monitor my student’s study habits and the completion of my student’s homework and assigned projects. 
• to conduct myself in a responsible and mature manner in my interactions with teachers, administrators, staff members, and students. 
• to support classroom rules set by teachers. 
• to refrain from profanity in speech and written language on school grounds and/or at school activities. 
• to abide by school policy regarding dangerous weapons on school grounds. 
• to be financially responsible for the restoration of school or district property caused by defacing, destruction, or loss of said property by my student. 
• to enforce the student dress code for my student. 
• to participate in parent/student continuing education when offered by the school. 
• to follow the Code of Conduct while on school grounds and at school-sponsored events and activities. 
• to encourage and support all academic assignments. 
• to provide a quality academic environment for student to be most successful.
• to communicate to administrators any concerns about a curriculum issue or a teacher. 
• to encourage my student to become his/her own self-advocate when dealing with
teachers, grades, and assignments. 
• to ensure my student follows all the policies and procedures of the district. 

I have read the material pertinent to the vision, philosophy, and mission of the district.  I understand the focus of the district is to provide an academically challenging curriculum to prepare students for post-secondary success.  I agree to be a vital part of my student’s education as an adult role model.  I understand I have made the choice for my child to attend Harding Independence Charter District, and the Code of Conduct may be modified by the governance board of the school.