All elementary school students in grades kindergarten through 5th grade in South Bend and the surrounding area will have the opportunity to enroll on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Before school programming will be provided. 

The school will be in session from 8:00 am to 2:45 pm Monday through Friday.

Fridays will be designated for experiential learning within the community. Students will engage in project-based learning through experiences outside of the school. The foundational skills learned throughout the week will be reinforced through experiences, community events, field trips, etc. 

After-school programming will be provided.

The curriculum will focus on Indiana State Standards and will be competency-based. 

Students will apply and enhance their learning in the community on a weekly basis. 

Scheduling will be flexible in order to give students breaks throughout the day.  Students will be able to use the gym, and experience music, art, coding, etc.

Grade levels will be grouped in pods: K-1, 2-3, and 4-5

Each grade will range from 22-25 students with a classroom teacher and a Youth Development Professional.

Students will have multi-age learning experiences based on their academic needs. They will be able to work beyond their grade level or receive intervention and support if they are behind.

Certified teachers will be hired. Youth Development Professionals will support classroom teachers through co-teaching. 

Community connectors will provide students with opportunities to experience real-world environments.

No. Parents and guardians will drop their children off in the morning and pick them up in the afternoon. 

SASB at BGC is a tuition-free, public elementary school.  Students will not be charged tuition for attending the school. 

SchoolMint is an online enrollment and communication platform working with public, charters, and private schools to make the enrollment process for parents easier and faster.

SchoolMint offers options for parents to apply and register with a computer or mobile device. They can upload student documents, check application status, and even select how they prefer to receive school communications - by email or text.

Career and Success Academy both utilize this enrollment software to ensure security and a timely response to your student’s acceptance.

Because we believe in removing barriers to quality education, we provide all our instruction and education at no cost to the students and families. Books, lunch, and other materials are the responsibility of the parents and students, although some students may qualify for free or reduced-cost lunches.