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ICDA is accepting applications for the school year 2012-2013. Seats are limited so enroll early to avoid being placed in a waiting list. Submit your application today!

Infinite Campus

ICDA has teamed up with Infinite Campus to provide parents and students online grade book access and specific class information.

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El Portal de padres de Infinite Campus proporciona a las familias información en línea acerca de los logros de sus hijos. 

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Enrollment Form
  1. Download Enrollment Application
  2. Fill
  3. Save
  4. Print
  5. Bring to ICDA with the required documents and $25 refundable book deposit

To expedite enrollment, you may choose to attach your application to an e-mail addressed to: admissions@icdachs.com

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Welcome to I Can Do Anything Charter High School

Serving Reno and surrounding communities, fully accredited by the Northwest Association of Schools & of Colleges & Universities Commission on Schools, and aligned with Nevada Department of Education Standards, ICDA provides an excellent alternative to traditional high school education.

Students benefit from:

  • Smaller class size
  • Individualized instruction
  • Nine-week quarter instead of traditional semester schedule
  • Only four class periods per day resulting in less homework
  • Credit recovery program
  • An outstanding distance education program
  • Additional credit earning opportunities through ancillary credit
  • Modern curriculum delivery technology
  • Performing and visual arts courses
    Choose from the menu items to learn more!

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ICDA Presents the Inagural Celebration of

Creative Minds Art Exibit 2011 - 2012

May 17, 2012 at 6:30 PM

In the Jill E. Well Center For the Arts

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Summer School Summer Dance School Drivers Ed School

Click to view KTVN news segment on charter schools

Click to view KRNV article on ICDA Arts student

About ICDA

I Can Do Anything Charter High School provides a unique and flexible educational opportunity for Northern Nevada students. With a warm and nurturing environment, ICDA's students have been able to experience educational success and personal growth… many of them for the first time in a long time. Most of our youth thrive in the school because of small class sizes, which allows them to get the kind of personalized attention they deserve, and often need.

Formed by a team of teachers, administrators and community leaders in 1998, ICDA has emerged as one of the great success stories in Nevada's early history of charter schools. As Nevada's first charter school, ICDA's best practices have become a standard of excellence.

ICDA provides an environment that encourages students to believe in themselves and individually helps to guide them to reach their goals. This is a school where students, teachers and administrators work closely together as a team to build character and self-esteem while providing for an excellent education.

Much attention goes into maintaining a positive attitude and healthy learning environment at ICDA. Many students who are challenged with fitting in at a traditional school setting, find ICDA to offer a refreshing and often life-changing difference.

Mission Statement

Our mission is to instill

 Integrity

Character

Dedication

Achievement

Through innovative education

Vision Statement

We teach the power of knowledge and the power of hope

   

Courtney Alarcon

Math
calarcon@icdachs.com
  • Math Specialist
  • BS in Biochemistry, University of Nevada
  • Nevada Teaching Certification in Math and Science
 

Pamala Butters

A+ Director

pbutters@icdachs.com

  • ICDA@home Distance Education program coordinator
  • Lead A+ Learning System Curriculum Specialist
    • English
    • Math
    • Social Studies
    • Science credit recovery
    • Nutrition
  • BS in Biology, Cal Poly
  • Masters of Medical Technology, American Society of Clinical Pathologist
  • Teaching certification in Biology, Alternative Ed., and General Science, UNR
  • Masters Equivalency for WCSD for Alternative Ed., UNR
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Stephanie Carlisle

Social Studies

scarlisle@icdachs.com

  • BS in Secondary Education, University of Nevada, Reno, with a major in History and Social Studies and a minor in Anthropology
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Jeff Carlton

Math
Jcarlton@icdachs.com

  • BA in Anthropology, Dartmouth College
  • Masters of Science in Education with teacher certification in Secondary Education Math, University of Kentucky
  • Masters of Science in Math, UNR
  • Founding member - 1998
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Miguel Carter

Information Technology Administrator, Webmaster, Computer Literacy, Computer Repair, Computer Applications
mcarter@icdachs.com

  • Teacher
    • Computer Literacy
    • Computer design and repair
    • Computer applications
  • Administrator
    • Information Technology
    • Computer network design, development, and deployment
    • User support
    • Systems support
    • Webmaster
  • Teacher Certification in Business & Industry; UNR, NDOE
    • Computer Systems
    • Information Technology
  • Other certifications:
    Industry Standard Certified Computer Repair Technician
  • Founding member - 1998
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Danielle Daly

    ddaly@icdachs.com

  • Special Education Case Manager
  • Satellite Campuses Liaison
  • BS Elementary & Special Education
  • University of Nevada, Reno – Cum Laude Latin Distinction
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Dawn D. Gilmore

dgilmore@icdachs.com

Art, advance art, woodwork, computer graphics, textiles, sewing, self portraits, fibers, home decor, global & cultural arts, pastels, art appreciation
dgilmore@icdachs.com

  • BA Secondary Art Education, minor in Computers & Technology in Education, UNR
  • Master of Educational Administration and Supervision, University of Phoenix, Reno, NV.
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Hank Goodrich

English
jgoodrich@icdachs.com

  • English Teacher
  • BA, English Literature, UNR
  • BS, Health, P.E. & Recreation, UNR
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Kristen Harris

Science
kharris@icdachs.com

  • BS in Secondary Education with a Major in History and Minor in Biology, UNR
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Richard Herd

Media Arts & Yearbook
rherd@icdachs.com

  • BA Motion Pictures and Television – Academy of Art University, San Francisco
  • BA English, with Linguistics Minor – California State University, Chico
  • Certificate in the Theory and Practice of College Composition – California State University, Chico
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Evonne Kezios

English & Drama
ekezios@icdachs.com

  • Bachelor of Science in Speech Pathology and Audiology from the University of Nevada, Reno
  • AA degree in Interpreting for the Deaf from Los Angeles Pierce College
  • BA in English from Sierra Nevada College
  • Professional actress
  • Extensive theater background, teaching theater workshops, film and stop-motion animation, and creative prop design
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Marty Lewis

Performing Arts Teacher & Choreographer
mlewis@icdachs.com

  • Teacher Certification in Business & Industry, NDOE
  • Worked with the Los Angeles Performing Arts
  • Opened/Danced in:
    • Hello Hollywood
    • Gubllie in Las Vegas
    • Lido Show in Paris
  • Has worked with many famous entertainers:
    • Latoya Jackson
    • Gloria Ganer
    • The Mcguire Sisters
    • and many more
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Stephanie McMurtry

Math

smcmurtry@icdachs.com

  • ALEKS and A+ Online Curriculum Specialist
  • Masters in Education Grand Canyon University, Arizona
  •  BS in Biodynamics CSU, Sacramento, CA
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Carol Swift

Special Ed Case Manager and Reading Teacher

cswift@icdachs.com

  • Study Skills
  • BA in Art with emphasis in Environmental Design & Minor in Art History, California State University, Fullerton
  • Teachers Certification in Elementary Education, California Lutheran University
  • Master in Special Education with an emphasis on Learning Disabilities and certification in Alternative Education, California University, Northridge
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Matt Whitaker

Government, World History, American History
mwhitaker@icdachs.com

  • BA in Political Science, UNR
  • Masters in Education and Teachers Certification, UNR
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Carol M.White, ED.D

Principal
cwhite@icdachs.com

  • Doctor of Education, Special Education
    University of Nevada, Las Vegas, NV
  • MS in School Administration & Supervision
    University of Phoenix, Las Vegas, NV
  • BS in Special Education
    Lock Haven University, Lock Haven, PA
    Suma Cum Laude
 

Tony Nitz

Vice-Principal
tnitz@icdachs.com

  • Master of Education Administration and Supervision, University of Phoenix
  • Bachelor of Arts, University of Arizona, Political Science
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Toni Arell

Executive Administrative Assistant
tarell@icdachs.com

  • Executive Administrative Assistant
  • Personnel
  • School Board Assistant
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Gwen Thompson

Counselor
gthompsom@icdachs.com

  • Student Support and Counseling
    • Credit Evaluation
    • Class Scheduling
  • BS Zoology, University of Denver
  • MEd Counseling, UNR
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Mylee Spencer

Registrar and Secretary

mspencer@icdachs.com

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Trennette Castillo

Attendance clerk and Receptionist

tcastillo@icdachs.com

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Ann Windle

Business and Finance Manager
awindle@icdachs.com

  • BA Economics, California State University, Fresno
  • Masters in Business Administration, California State University, Fresno
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Patricia Penman

Nutrition Services, Maintenance

ppenman@icdachs.com

  • Nutrition Services
  • Maintenance
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Michael Meacham

Security, Maintenance

mmeacham@icdachs.com

 

  • Security
  • Maintenance

 

 

FAQ’s

  • Is ICDA tuition-free?

Yes, ICDA is a Tuition-free high school. Some lab fees for certain classes may apply.  There is a one-time, refundable $25 book deposit fee at first-time registration.

  • Is ICDA a public school?

Yes, ICDA is a public high school, fully accredited by the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges.  ICDA is the first charter school in the state of Nevada, and is sponsored by Washoe County School District. 

  • What kinds of kids go to ICDA?

All kinds.  Many of our students who felt challenged with fitting in, and may have fallen through the cracks in the traditional school setting, find that ICDA offers a refreshing and often life-changing difference.  The diversity of ICDA kids’ talents is amazing – academics, in the arts, leadership skills, compassion and community service…  For some kids, personal discovery of their own hidden talents is just around the corner!  

  • Is there transportation to ICDA?

ICDA does not provide school-bus transportation.  Many of our students use Citifare.  Students are allowed to drive their own vehicles to school as long as they adhere to the guidelines as outlined in the Parent/Student Handbook. 

  • What makes ICDA different from traditional high schools?

    •  Small, personalized classes.  Classroom student-to-teacher ratio averages 18:1

    • Students usually take only four classes per nine-week block.  Longer class periods mean less homework and a better understanding of the subject  matter

    • Flexible schedules;  ICDA offers afternoon, evening classes, and distance education

    • Arts Center focuses on:  Dance, Media, Photography and Visual arts

    • Zero-tolerance for alcohol, drugs, and violence; ICDA is a safe place.

Process and criteria for enrollment

The application and enrollment process at ICDA is simple and straight forward:

  • Parent/Guardian completes the enrollment application and;
  • Provides copy of current immunization records and;

  • Shows copies of student’s birth certificate and social security card and;

  • Provides an unofficial transcript from prior high school and;

  •  Pays $25 refundable book deposit and;

  •  Parent/Guardian completes New Student Forms packet

    If you choose to submit the enrollment application electronically, please follow these steps:

    1. Download Enrollment Application
    2. Fill
    3. Save
    4. Attach your application to an e-mail addressed to: admissions@icdachs.com

Please note: Submitting your enrollment application only begings the enrollment process. You must still come to school to provide the documentation and refundable book deposit as outlined above.

    Due to the intense block structure of ICDA, a student will need to stay at their zoned school until there is a verification of enrollment from ICDA by letter.  The transfer of the student must coincide with the beginning of a block.

    NRS 386.582.3   If the governing body of a charter school is unable to provide appropriate special education program related services for a particular disability of a pupil who is enrolled in the charter school, the governing body may request that the board of trustees of the school district of the county in which the student resides may transfer that pupil to an appropriate school. 

    Enrollment application questions?

    E-mail mspencer@icdachs.com or call the school

 

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