Starting a school can feel daunting, but inspiration begins with seeing what’s possible. A Discovery Event is an immersive, on-site experience at Hope Academy—our flagship urban classical Christian school in Minneapolis. Witness the power of God-centered education in action, meet the leaders, and take your first step toward launching a school in your own city.
Why Attend a Discovery Event?
God gave our co-founder, Russ Gregg, the courage to leave his job and start a school for his inner-city neighbors. That act of faith became Hope Academy—a thriving school now serving hundreds of students with excellence, joy, and biblical truth.
If you feel called to start a school but don’t know where to begin, attending a Discovery Event is your next right step. You’ll meet like-minded leaders, explore a proven model, and receive the encouragement you need to move forward with clarity and conviction.
What to Expect
Each Discovery Event offers a two-day, behind-the-scenes experience inside a working school. You’ll:
- Observe classrooms and school culture in action
- Hear from Hope Academy leadership and teachers
- Participate in Q&A with founders and SHN staff
- Connect with others discerning a similar calling
More than just a tour, a Discovery Event is a faith-strengthening experience that helps you imagine—and begin to build—what’s possible in your own city.
Upcoming Discovery Events
What Attendees Are Saying
“We are living at perhaps the most opportunistic time in the history of our nation to expand accessibility and affordability for Christian Education! The community, resources, and momentum building through the work of the Spreading Hope Network is intersecting perfectly with two key opportunities: the rapid expansion of school choice along with heightened desires from families to align their children’s education with their faith and values!”
“For years we had been praying about starting a classical Christian school for under-resourced families in Oklahoma City. We were unsure how to start without significant tuition revenue, and Spreading Hope Network came at just the right time. They coached our team in many elements of a start-up school and set us up for a sustainable funding strategy. We opened in 2019 with 40 students.”
You’re Not Alone—Let’s Build Something That Lasts
Don’t let fear or lack of resources stop you from saying yes to God’s calling. Join a growing network of founders who are building remarkable schools for children who need them most.