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Redtail Academy Events
We recently hosted several open houses at our new location, Unitarian Universalist Church of Urbana Champaign (309 W. Green Street, Urbana). During these events, we offered tours of the building, and founding members of Redtail Academy met with visitors. We also hosted several "Howdy" events for current applicants, and have been interviewing parents/guardians and students as part of the application process. During these open house / "Howdy" events, current applicants were able to complete their "Howdy" event attendance requirement. Parents/guardians and potential students also completed their interviews during the "Howdy" event in order to complete that portion of the application process.
Attendance at one "Howdy" event is a requirement for applicants in order for them to get a chance to meet other prospective students, experience what learning will be like at Redtail Academy, and work together collaboratively with other prospective students. Since the school is not yet open, this "Howdy" event is our version of a "shadow day." After applicants submit their applications, we will be in contact to schedule a "Howdy" event as well as a parent/guardian and student interview.
Please contact us at redtail.academy2026@gmail.com or call 774-408-8736 if you would be interested in scheduling a tour of our new location or have any questions about the admission process.
Admissions Process
In order to apply to Redtail Academy, the following is generally required:
-Students must be able to handle reading and writing at or above grade level.
-Students must be willing and motivated to work in a school environment with high expectations.
Qualified students not initially admitted will be placed on a waiting list. Late applications will be considered when space allows. In addition to the application materials, a student visit to a "Howdy" event, student interview, parent interview, and two teacher recommendations are required as part of the application process.
Apply Now!
Redtail Academy is currently enrolling 6th through 7th grade boys, those who identify as boys, or those who are non-binary for for the 2026-2027 school year. We will be adding an 8th grade class beginning in the fall of 2027, so students who attend 7th grade starting in the fall of 2026 will be able to move on to 8th grade the following year.
Application Materials Include
Applicant information sheet*
Student questionnaire*
Parent questionnaire*
*You can complete the application in one of two ways:
1. Select the Google Doc version of the application below, complete the application by typing responses to questions in the Google Doc, save your completed application as a PDF, and submit the completed application form to redtail.academy2026@gmail.com.
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2. Print the application, complete the application by hand, and scan and submit the completed application to redtail.academy2026@gmail.com.
Two teacher recommendations - at least one from a current or last year's teacher (or parent, if homeschooling)
A $50.00 non-refundable application fee -or- submit an application fee waiver form (for families who qualify for free and reduced lunch) . Please make the check payable to Redtail Academy and mail it to:
Redtail Academy
Unitarian Universalist Church
309 W Green Street
Urbana, Illinois 61801
Schedule a "Howdy" visit, conversation with student, and parent interview*
Tuition Reduction Application (if applicable)
*Visits, student conversations, and parent interviews will be scheduled after the application is submitted. Please review the application form for more information about the upcoming "Howdy" events. Redtail Academy will be in contact to schedule these.
In all cases, Redtail Academy retains the right to determine, at its sole discretion, whether to select a student for admission.
Special Needs
Redtail Academy strives to meet the educational needs of its student population to the best of its ability. Student needs are individually assessed and proper measures are sought to help each student succeed. Redtail Academy is a small school, however, and may not be equipped to handle severe learning and/or social/emotional needs.
Nondiscrimination Policy
Redtail Academy admits academically qualified boys, those who identify as boys, or those who are non-binary of any religion, race, color, and national or ethnic origin, and grants them the rights to all privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. The school does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin in the administration of educational policies, employment policies, admission policies, financial aid programs, or athletic and other school-administered programs. Redtail Academy seeks a diverse community of qualified students.
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