Center of Academic Success

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WELCOME TO

Center of Academic Success (CAS)

Within a safe and caring educational environment, the Center for Academic Success (CAS) provides social, emotional, behavioral and academic support for Fort Wayne Community Schools students who benefit from an alternative program.

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A Positive Experience for All Students

CAS is designed to meet students where they are and support them in earning a high school diploma or making progress toward graduation through individualized pathways.

It Starts With Your Schools

CAS Anthis & Nebraska

GENERAL INFORMATION

Discover how CAS provides individualized support and flexible pathways to help students thrive academically, socially and emotionally

MEET THE PRINCIPALS

Meet the principals who lead CAS with a commitment to supporting students and building strong relationships

K-5 AT NEBRASKA

Learn how CAS supports K-5 students at Nebraska with individualized instruction and a supportive path to success.

6-8 AT NEBRASKA

A student-centered approach for grades 6-8 at Nebraska, with personalized support and a focus on helping every student move forward towards high school

9-12 AT ANTHIS

Offering a flexible and supportive environment, students can build confidence and work toward graduation

News & Announcements

My Little Barn

For five years, Beth Dick has been a trusted part of the CAS-Nebraska community. Beth first became involved as a volunteer mentor, leading a girls’ mentoring group and meeting with students weekly in five-week sessions. She created a space where students could connect, learn and feel supported.

Her support extends beyond students. Beth recently welcomed CAS-Nebraska staff to My Little Barn for their first staff meeting of the school year. Staff spent time interacting with the animals while learning about “umwelt,” the idea that each person or animal experiences the world from their own perspective.

The experience gave staff a new way to think about understanding and connecting with the students they serve.

Building Peace

This year, Nebraska is piloting the Peacemaker Program at the middle school level, welcoming Peace Advocate Justin Beal to CAS-Nebraska. During Peace Week, students and staff focused on being the peace they want to see throughout our building.

Through his work with students, Justin encourages healthy communication, positive conversations and a strong sense of community. We look forward to the continued impact of the Peacemaker Program throughout the school year.