Microschool Programs

Enjoy flexibility along with some face-to-face time.

Get the best of both worlds with the variety of Microschool options at ASU Prep. Enhance your student’s learning experience with the convenience of online courses plus the benefits of in-person interaction with teachers and peers.

• Variety and flexibility in the student learning experience
• Unique opportunities to enhance an online school experience
• More engagement through discussions and hands-on activities
• Enhanced socialization opportunities that build a sense of community

“Hybrid is a program that made me feel as though I really had control over how and when I work. Its flexibility and its caring/helpful atmosphere made learning so much easier and more fun.”

10th grade student

ASU Prep Local

This option is geared toward high school students interested in building community and interpersonal skills with their peers. This program enhances the ASU Prep Digital experience with in-person collaboration, discussions and project-based learning in a small group setting on a college campus.

• Eligibility: ASU Prep Digital students in grades 9–12
• Commitment: Year-long hybrid program
• Schedule: 2 day/week in-person
• Location: ASU West, ASU Tempe and the ASU Media and Immersive eXperience (MIX) center in Mesa

ASU Prep Experience

This option was designed for high school students looking to experience a real college campus and explore degree paths and career options. This experience includes faculty-supported workshops focused on real-world learning and opportunities to collaborate and connect with ASU faculty.

• Eligibility: ASU Prep Digital students in grades 9–12
• Commitment: Semester-long, half-credit high school Honors Elective
• Schedule: 1 day/week in-person
• Location: An ASU college campus location, rotates every semester (TBD Spring ’24)

ASU Prep Hybrid

This option was designed for students to work through course curriculum and content at home and in person with teacher support. Students participate in project-based learning in a small group setting with the help from a Personalized Learning Advisor to ensure they are meeting learning goals while on an ASU Prep comprehensive school campus.

• Eligibility: ASU Prep immersion students enrolled at Poly Elementary (3rd-6th) or at Downtown Phoenix (9th-12th)
• Commitment: Year-long hybrid program
• Schedule: Elementary meets three days/week in person; High School meets two days/week in person
• Location: Elementary meets at ASU Prep Polytechnic; High School meets at ASU Prep Phoenix

If you like to learn more about any of our hybrid learning options, please contact an admissions advisor at 844-692-3372 or ASUPrepDigitalAdmissions@asu.edu

“One Saturday I noticed that my son was down in the dumps. I asked him why. He sighed and then told me that he wished that he could go to school. He talked about his friends, his teachers, arts and crafts, PE, reading, and STEM. This has never happened before.”

Parent of 4th grade student

Elementary Learning Pods

Learning Pods are a great way for young online students to connect and collaborate. These family-driven groups offer the opportunity for studying, socializing, and engaging in fun activities with classmates. Each pod is unique with some involving in-person field trips and park meet-ups, while others host virtual movie nights and Zoom games.

• Eligibility: ASU Prep Digital students in grades K–5
• Commitment: None
• Schedule: Determined per individual Learning Pod
• Location: Various locations by neighborhood, state, and common interests

Interested in joining or starting your own Learning Pod? Contact your Homeroom Teacher for details.