Northwest Indiana Lighthouse Charter Schools opened its doors to Indiana families in 2005 at our Gary Lighthouse Charter School serving grades K-5. In 2013, we expanded to include three additional campuses: West Gary Lighthouse, Gary Lighthouse, and East Chicago Lighthouse. We’re currently preparing over 1,800 scholars to be the next generation of industry leaders, ground-breaking scientists and even agents of social change.

Northwest Indiana Lighthouse Charter Schools are public charter schools focused on providing educational opportunities to underserved students who deserve access to a high-quality education. Each year, our team of educators, principals, and support staff impact the lives of more than 1800 scholars and families. We offer Indiana families a unique academic curriculum to scholars who face challenges in accessing life-changing opportunities that are possible only through educational equity.

We are committed educators on a mission to prepare scholars for success that extends beyond the classroom. Our approach is rooted in building strong literacy and critical thinking skills, while developing a strong work ethic to ensure that our scholars are prepared for college, career, and life.