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ASU Preparatory Academy - Student & Family Handbook

Modifications, Updates, and Revision History

Purpose of This Section

ASU Preparatory Academy reviews and updates the Student & Family Handbook annually to ensure alignment with current laws, policies, and school practices. This section documents:

  1. What has changed from the previous school year, and
  2. Any updates made during the current school year, if applicable.

Families are encouraged to review this section carefully and refer back to it as needed.

Section I: What Changed for the 2026–2027 School Year

(Compared to the 2025–2026 Student & Family Handbook)

The following summarizes substantive updates made for the 2026–2027 school year. Minor formatting, grammatical, or clarifying edits may not be listed.

These changes are effective at the start of the 2026–2027 school year, unless otherwise noted.

Policy / Section
Summary of Change
Our Mission / About ASU Prep
ASU Prep Phoenix Campus new building address
Parent Info / Welcome Letter
Introduction of new Head of Schools, Dr. Tamela Harris
Parent Info / Family Choice Day
Discontinuing FCF from ASU Prep Phoenix and ASU Prep South Elementary
Policies / Academic Integrity
Academic integrity includes use of AI
Policies / Attendance Policy
Notification and communication changes
Policies / Bullying & Harassment
Addition of Bullying & Harassment resources and policies
Policies / Discipline Guidelines/Title IX
Title IX Coordinator Update
Policies / Discipline Guidelines/Discipline Matrix Chart
Addition of unauthorized entry to school space violation under Trespassing
Policies / Discipline Guidelines/Discipline Matrix Chart
Addition of drawing inappropriate or threatening depictions under Inappropriate Language/Depictions
Compliance / 504 Compliance
Update to 504 Coordinator
Compliance / McKinney - Vento
Clarification of McKinney-Vento language and program

Section II: Updates Made During the 2026–2027 School Year

(Mid-Year Modifications)

ASU Preparatory Academy reserves the right to update or modify handbook policies during the school year as necessary to maintain compliance with legal requirements, safety guidance, or operational needs.

Any updates made after the start of the school year will be documented below and communicated to families.

Communication methods may include:

  • Direct email to families
  • School or network newsletters
  • Posting on the ASU Prep website
  • Parent or student portal notifications

Acknowledgment of Handbook Updates

Continued enrollment and participation at ASU Preparatory Academy constitutes acknowledgment of and agreement to comply with the policies outlined in this handbook, including any updates or modifications made during the school year.

Families with questions regarding handbook changes should contact their school administration.

ASU Preparatory Academy Student & Family Handbook
School Year 2026–2027

Last Updated: June 17, 2026