About Olympus Learning Academy
A small, close-knit microschool in Abilene, TX built around curiosity, character, and academic excellence for students in grades 4 through 8.
Abilene's Microschool Built Around Your Child
Olympus Learning Academy is a private microschool in Abilene, Texas offering a smarter alternative to traditional public school and conventional homeschooling. We believe every child deserves to be truly known, genuinely challenged, and supported by an educator who is deeply invested in their success. Our small and intentional learning community gives every student the individual attention, academic rigor, and character development they need to thrive.
Climb. Learn. Become Legendary.
At Olympus Learning Academy our mission is to develop the whole child through rigorous academics, personalized learning, and strong character development. We exist to give families in Abilene, TX a genuine alternative to overcrowded classrooms and one size fits all instruction. Every student who walks through our doors deserves a learning experience built specifically around who they are, where they are, and who they are becoming.
The Values That Drive Everything We Do
Academic Excellence
We hold every student to high academic standards while delivering instruction in a way that is accessible, engaging, and genuinely effective for each individual learner.
Character Development
No surprises, no runaround. We keep you informed with transparent planning and execution from start to finish.
The Whole Child
We see every student as a complete person with unique strengths, challenges, and potential. Our job is to nurture all of it, not just the parts that show up on a standardized test.
Meet the Founder of Olympus Learning Academy
Olympus Learning Academy is founded and led by Michele Hickerson, an educator with 30 years of teaching and leadership experience in Texas classrooms. She holds multiple certifications and has spent three decades developing a deep passion for personalized, student-centered learning. Michele founded Olympus Learning Academy because she believes every child in Abilene deserves access to a truly individualized and character-focused education.
🎓 Certified in Elementary Education
🔬 Certified in Secondary Science
💛 Certified in Special Education
🌎 Certified in English Language Learners
🏫 Certified Principal
📖 Master Reading Teacher
📚 Reading Intervention Specialist
✍️ Published Author
📝 Curriculum Developer
🎹 Classically Trained Pianist
Why We chose the Name Olympus Learning Academy
Mount Olympus in Greek mythology was the home of the gods — a place of wisdom, strength, creativity, and legend. We chose the name Olympus because we believe every child has the potential to reach their own personal summit. At Olympus Learning Academy we give students the tools, the support, and the community they need to climb higher than they ever thought possible.
Ready to Learn More About Olympus Learning Academy in Abilene, TX?
We would love to meet you and your child and show you everything Olympus Learning Academy has to offer. Contact us today to schedule a tour, ask questions, or start the enrollment process.