At Solace Rose Innovation Academy, we create a sanctuary where girls grow, lead, and bloom. Our year-round K–8 model is built on academic excellence and solace (emotional safety and cultural affirmation). We blend STEAM learning with leadership development and wellness practices—helping every girl discover her voice and her brilliance.
Reimagining School for Girls, Rooted in Wellness and Brilliance
To cultivate confident, compassionate, and future-ready young women who think critically, create boldly, and lead with care.
Mission
Vision
We envision a world where every girl thrives in learning spaces that celebrate who she is and prepare her to shape what comes next. At Solace Rose Innovation Academy, brilliance is nurtured, leadership is intentional, and joy is foundational. Our girls don’t just learn to succeed—they learn to lead, serve, and transform their communities and the world.
What Makes Us Different
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Restorative practices, movement, and mindfulness are built into every day.
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Science, technology, engineering, arts, and math aren’t electives—they’re woven into every subject.
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Weekly exhibitions, community learning, and family co-learning events.
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Hands-on labs where imagination meets innovation.
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Girls grow into confident speakers, problem-solvers, and advocates for justice.
About the Founder
We are building with and for the community. Solace Rose is guided by a growing board of committed leaders.
School Founder & Executive Director
Chéla S. Wallace is an education consultant, STEM strategist, and school founder with almost two decades of experience designing innovative K–8 programs nationwide. As the inaugural STEM Director for one of the largest charter networks in New York City, she developed and implemented programs serving more than 8,000 students—integrating robotics, curriculum design, teacher and leader development, and grant-funded innovation initiatives. Her work continues to shape national conversations on data science education, creativity in STEM, and the next generation of learning models.
We’re excited to welcome Karyn Pleasant to the inaugural board of Solace Rose Innovation Academy!
With nearly two decades of experience in education and leadership, Karyn currently serves as Managing Director of Local Programs and Career Acceleration for Teach For America North Carolina.
Her passion for connecting vision with action and her commitment to student success will help guide our mission as Solace Rose continues to bloom.
