
South Scioto Performance Academy


About South Scioto Performance Academy
Welcome to South Scioto Performance Academy. We are a first-rate academic and fitness institution where your student can grow intellectually and physically. We strive to instill the values of lifelong learning, strong character, and the importance of being physically fit in each of our students. Our staff and administration stand ready to provide the best possible education and preparation for life.
Please explore our Website for further information, and feel free to visit or contact us at any time.
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Meet Our Principal
Welcome to this exciting new school year here at South Scioto Performance Academy!
My name is Aaron Johnson and I’m honored to serve as the school principal.
One of our goals at SSPA is to provide all students with the opportunity to excel in strong academics and have access to the best athletic program focusing on martial arts, soccer and tennis! This focus develops strong minds and strong bodies! Our students attend class Monday-Friday from 8:00am to 4:00pm allowing for quality instruction and academic advantage amongst most schools in the area. We want our students, families, and staff to feel SSPA as a family working together. We focus daily on Academic Success, Character Education, and a strong community! SSPA offers Positive Behavior Supports, Responsive Classroom techniques, and Daily Character Education Lessons to support this mission. We also offer a before and after school program through Champions program!
We strongly believe students are more successful when the family is an active part of their educational journey. I look forward to a great school year full of growth and success. Let us make this year our best year yet! Please feel free to reach out to us at 614-445-7684 if you have any questions or wish to enroll!
Yours in Educational Excellence,
Aaron Johnson, Principal
South Scioto Performance Academy


High Schools Want Our Graduates
Our Transition Program helps 8th graders leave South Scioto Performance Academy fully prepared for high school academically, socially, and emotionally.
We guide families through applications, test prep, and interviews, helping students earn spots and scholarships at some of the top high schools in Ohio.





With the right support, our students don’t just get in. They stand out.
Social Media Updates
🎾⚽ You’re Invited to a Morning of Friendly Competition! ⚽🎾
Parents and caregivers are invited to join us at South Scioto Performance Academy as we host Eastland Performance Academy for Tennis and Soccer Friendlies! 🙌
Come cheer on our scholars, enjoy some friendly competition, and experience the Performance Academies community in action. 💙💛
📅 January 28, 2026
⏰ 10:00 a.m.
📍 2200 Winslow Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43207
We can’t wait to see you there! 👏
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Confidence and success go hand in hand at Performance Academies.
When students know what is expected of them—and have the structure and support to meet those expectations—they begin to believe in themselves.
That belief shows up in the classroom, in their effort, and in their willingness to take on challenges. Over time, confidence becomes competence, and effort turns into achievement.
Success is not accidental. It is built intentionally, one day at a time.
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🎉 Attention Performance Academies Families! 🎉
We’re excited to invite you and your family to the Greater Columbus K–12 School Fair on Saturday, January 24, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Performance Academies will be participating, and this is a great opportunity to explore K–12 schools from across the region while celebrating school choice together as a community.
🎁 Special RSVP Incentive
The first 400 families to RSVP will receive:
✅ Free admission to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
✅ Free admission to the K–12 School Fair
✅ Free parking
Be sure to stop by the Performance Academies table during the event—we’ll have giveaways and would love to see you!
📌 Event Details
📅 Saturday, January 24, 2026
⏰ 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
📍 Greater Columbus School Fair
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium – Africa Event Center
4850 W Powell Rd, Powell, OH 43065
We hope to see many of our families there and look forward to spending time with you at this exciting community event!
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Ready to learn more about Performance Academies?
Enrollment is open now.
Explore a tuition-free option built on academics, fitness, and character.
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Today we honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day by reflecting on the life, leadership, and lasting impact of Dr. King. ✨📖 His message of justice, service, courage, and equality continues to shape our nation and our school communities.
Through our character development program, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is a familiar and meaningful figure to our students. 🧠❤️ His words and actions help guide conversations about respect, responsibility, and standing up for what is right—values we work to instill every day.
Today, we encourage our students and families to honor Dr. King’s legacy not just in words, but through action, service, and compassion for others. 🤝🌍
#MLKDay #DrKing #CharacterEducation #ServiceAndLeadership #RespectAndResponsibility #EducationWithPurpose #performance26
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From kindergarten through high school, our mission stays the same:
Preparing students for what comes next—academically, physically, and personally.
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Martial arts offer far more than physical activity for elementary school students—they support the whole child. 🥋
Through structured movement, students build strength, balance, flexibility, and coordination while improving overall fitness. Just as important, martial arts reinforce focus, self-discipline, respect, and perseverance—skills that directly support classroom success. Students learn goal-setting, emotional regulation, and confidence, all within a safe and encouraging environment.
When martial arts are part of a school day, students are not only healthier and more active—they are more prepared to learn, lead, and grow. 💪📚
#wholechildeducation #StudentWellness #martialartsinschools #FitnessAndFocus #characterdevelopment
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🎉 Start the New Year with a Fresh Start at South Scioto Performance Academy! 🎉
Looking for the best gift you can give your child this year? Give them a strong foundation for success. At South Scioto Performance Academy, we are proud to be a tuition-free K–8 public school that empowers students through strong academics, daily fitness, and leadership development.
Our supportive, small-school environment helps students build confidence, stay active, and grow into capable, motivated learners—ready for what’s next. There’s no better time than the new year to make a positive change for your child’s future.
📚💪🌟 Enroll now and start the year strong! --> performanceacademies.com/south-scioto-performance-academy/
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🎉👏 Congratulations, Twinkle Marci! 👏🎉
We are proud to celebrate Ms. Twinkle Marci, who has been named the 2025 Performance Academies Special Educator of the Year, representing South Scioto Performance Academy! 🌟🍎
Ms. Marci’s dedication, expertise, and commitment to her students led to outstanding results in both ELA and Math. She consistently meets students where they are, provides meaningful support, and helps every scholar reach their full potential. Her impact extends far beyond the classroom, and this recognition is truly well deserved. 📈📚💙
Thank you, Ms. Marci, for your tireless advocacy, exceptional instruction, and unwavering belief in your students.
#SpecialEducatorOfTheYear #PerformanceAcademies #SSPAProud #StudentSuccess #AcademicGrowth #TeacherAppreciation #EducatorsWhoInspire
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🎉👏 Congratulations, Ija Word! 👏🎉
We are thrilled to recognize Ija Word as the 2025 South Scioto Performance Academy Teacher of the Year! 🍎✨
Ms. Word brings incredible energy, enthusiasm, and positivity into her classroom every day. Her vibrant teaching style keeps students engaged, motivated, and excited to learn, while her dedication helps scholars grow both academically and personally. Her energy is contagious and plays a big role in making South Scioto Performance Academy a fun and supportive place to learn. ⚡📚
Thank you, Ms. Word, for the passion and energy you bring to our school community!
#teacheroftheyear #sspaproud #highenergyteaching #teacherappreciation #EducatorsWhoInspire #PerformanceAcademies
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A Day in the Life at South Scioto Performance Academy
“At South Scioto Performance Academy, we don’t just educate. We empower, uplift, and grow together. It’s more than a school. It’s a family where every child is seen, supported, and set up to lead.”
– South Scioto Staff
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