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ASU ranked No. 1 in innovation for 9th straight year

For the ninth year in a row, Arizona State University is No. 1 in innovation among American universities, ahead of Stanford, MIT and Caltech, in the newly released annual “Best Colleges” 2024 rankings by U.S. News & World Report.

9/11 is Patriot Day: a National Day of Service and Remembrance

September 11, 2001 is a day that will forever be etched in the hearts and minds of Americans. It was the day when the nation was attacked by terrorists, leaving thousands dead and countless more injured. This tragic event gave rise to Patriot Day, a day of remembrance to recognize the selfless heroes who sacrificed their lives. On this day, we pay tribute to the police officers, firefighters, and other first responders who died in the line of duty, as well as the innocent civilians who lost their lives.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

Every year from September 15 to October 15, the United States celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month. This observance appreciates the history, heritage, and immeasurable contributions of citizens who trace their roots to Mexico, Spain, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.

ASU Prep Academy offers dual enrollment

Founded in 2018, ASU Preparatory Academy offered everything a traditional online high school experience did, with one caveat — easily accessible college credits.

Welcome Lori Frazier

ASU Preparatory Academy is thrilled to introduce Principal Lori Frazier. With over 20 years of extensive educational experience spanning grades K–12, Dr. Frazier brings a wealth of expertise in both general and special education.

Welcome Marissa Schneckloth

ASU Preparatory Academy is pleased to welcome Principal Marissa Schneckloth. With her rich twenty-year journey in education, beginning with earning a Bachelor’s degree in Special Education from Arizona State University (Go Sun Devils!), Ms. Schneckloth has always been passionate about creating educational pathways for success for all scholars.

ASU Prep COVID Mitigation Procedures Through Sept. 30, 2023

ASU Preparatory Academy's Safe Return to In-Person Instruction and Continuity of Services Plan (ARP Act). ASU Prep's plans, per campus, for a safe return to in-person instruction, through September 30, 2023.

Celebrating Excellence in Education

We are shining a spotlight on two remarkable individuals who have been recognized for their outstanding contributions to ASU Prep.

Discover New Reads Just in Time for Book Lovers Day

Picture a cozy nook as you immerse yourself in the pages of a captivating story. Welcome to the enchanting realm of Book Lovers Day, a celebration of literature and the transformative power of reading, recognized on August 9.

ASU Prep’s Internship Program: Setting up Students for College and Career Success

In honor of National Intern Day on July 27th, we want to shine a spotlight on ASU Prep's internship program, designed to support high school students on their journey toward higher education and fulfilling careers.

Summer Tips: Improve the Back-to-School Transition

It’s the last week before school begins and time to enjoy a bit of calm before the hustle and bustle of car rides, homework, and extracurricular activities. These tips will help your family transition smoothly from summer into a new school year.

Summer Tips: Get Kids Out of the House

Learning should be - and can be - fun. Summer is the perfect time to engage your learners in meaningful opportunities to be curious, to explore, and to discover new interests.

Next-Level Twinning: Identical Twins Graduate as Co-Valedictorians

Andrew and Nicholas De Lapp, 2023 ASU Prep Casa Grande graduates, excel in many areas, “twinning” included.

Summer Tips: Making Financial Literacy a Healthy Habit

We spend a lot of time encouraging children to maintain healthy habits, from eating their veggies and brushing their teeth to practicing internet safety and being kind to others. Let’s add another healthy habit to the list: financial literacy.

Minority Mental Health Month: Tips for Prioritizing Wellness

Observed in July, National Minority Mental Health Month brings awareness to the unique challenges faced by our nation’s diverse minority groups. Due in part to a history of cultural stigma and lack of access to health care services, these groups often struggle to receive diagnoses for behavioral health issues. 

Summer Tips: 5 Ways to Get Creative with Summer Reading

Make Real Life Connections. Tie reading into already planned summer activities. Have your child research native plants observed on a nature hike or a favorite animal in conjunction with a visit to the local zoo.

Online Learning With Artificial Intelligence

Inspired by the ingenuity of emerging AI and the never-ending curiosity of his students, Khan developed a new online education technology called “Khanmigo.” Khanmigo is an intelligent tutoring system powered by AI that caters to the needs of students and educators.

Khan World School, One Year Later

One year after its inception, Khan World School and ASU Prep Digital have seen dramatic success with its digital classroom model and personalized education curriculum.

Summer + Boot Camp = Thriving Teachers

Summer is quickly on its way and you may have vacation on your mind. We don’t blame you. But let’s be honest, even while you’re sipping lemonade poolside or escaping the heat inside your local bookstore, you’ll still be thinking about improving your craft.

Nurturing Children’s Mental Health

ASU Prep recognized May 11th as National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day, which highlights the importance of children’s positive mental health as part of their overall development.

Celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week at ASU Prep

Thank you to all our hard-working ASU Prep Academy staff and teachers who most definitely deserve extra credit. We recently celebrated these remarkable educators during Teacher Appreciation Week with a little extra recognition and gratitude.

Anti-Bullying Tips for a Positive Community

ASU Prep does not tolerate bullying, harassing or intimidating others on school grounds, school-sponsored events, or through use of technology.

Help Us Celebrate Our 2023 Teacher of the Year Nominees

At ASU Preparatory Academy, we recognize excellence in teaching, and want to thank all teachers for their skill, knowledge, and dedication to the profession. We are thrilled to announce the nominees selected for ASU Preparatory Academy’s 2023 Teacher of the Year. Meet our exemplary educators:

2023 ASU Prep COVID Mitigation Procedures Update

ASU Preparatory Academy is carefully monitoring the health and safety of our school communities during the COVID pandemic.

Cheers to Our 2023 Staff Member of the Year Nominees

On behalf of ASU Preparatory Academy, we want to recognize our outstanding education support personnel for their significant contributions to our school and students. Meet our incredible 2023 Staff Member of the Year nominees:

GameOn! At ASU Prep South Phoenix

It was GameOn! April 1 when ASU Preparatory Academy South Phoenix held an all-out game themed event at the high school campus. 

Spring Comes to Life at Spring Fling Multicultural Festival

On March 24, spring came to life at the ASU Preparatory Academy Phoenix campus. The tuition-free public charter school hosted a Spring Fling Multicultural Festival for the community.

Passover: Celebrating Freedom and Family

Christians Celebrate Easter with Hope and Joy

ASU Preparatory Academy’s Innovative People, Programs Earn High Honors at 2023 Edtech Awards

A forward-thinking, innovative approach to education is once again earning accolades for ASU Preparatory Academy and its leadership team.

Designing the New American High School

Elizabeth “Betsy” Fowler, Deputy Head of Schools at ASU Preparatory Academy and Executive Director of Special Projects, was among the panelists. She was joined by Chelsea Waite, Principal and senior researcher at the Center on Reinventing Public Education at ASU; Erin Whalen, Executive Director and School Principal of Da Vinci RISE High; and Nate McClennen, Vice President of Strategy and Innovation at Getting Smart. 

ASU Prep Pilgrim Rest Creates STEAM-Stravaganza

Last month, ASU Prep Pilgrim Rest hosted a STEAM-Stravaganza to celebrate Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math with the community. The neighborhood event was packed with free STEAM-themed entertainment and was a way to spotlight the local campus and the ASU Prep network.  

ASU Honors Black History Month with Community Events

Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing the central role of Black people in U.S. history.

Forbes names ASU one of Best Large Employers in US

On Feb. 15, Forbes listed Arizona State University as one of America’s Best Large Employers for 2023.

Black History Month Murals Serve to Inspire Students

PHOENIX — Walk down the halls at ASU Preparatory Academy Phoenix Downtown Campus, and you will see multiple, life-sized faces including Barack Obama, Maya Angelou and Kobe Bryant. 

ASU Prep Digital Works for Veteran Families

Julie Young Receives ‘Power of Women’ Award for Innovation

ASU Preparatory Academy South Phoenix Art Inspires Students

Welcome Michael Hernandez

Welcome Dr. Taime Bengochea

Get to know Principal Alexander—National Podcast interview—Educatered

ASU Prep and Sal Khan Partner to Launch Khan World School at ASU Prep

Khan World School at ASU Prep will combine the expertise of Khan Lab School, Schoolhouse.world, and ASU Prep in a unique online school model.

Child Nutrition Programs Request for Proposal

ASU Prep STEM Team Wins Flight Opportunity in NASA’s TechRise Student Challenge

We’re proud to announce a team of ASU Preparatory Academy Polytechnic High School students was chosen as a winner in the inaugural NASA TechRise Student Challenge.

Join Our School Launch Team!

We're looking for a diverse group of passionate and talented teachers interested in becoming founding members of this innovative school. ASU Prep is excited to launch ASU Prep Academy Pilgrim Rest, a new public charter school in the ASU Prep Academy network.

The Importance of Virtual Learning for Families and At-risk Students

To the list of services that have grown in popularity during the pandemic, such as video conferencing, take-out delivery, and at-home fitness, add one more: virtual learning.

D-Backs Support MLK with Service Day at Pilgrim Rest

The Arizona Diamondbacks celebrated the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. by participating in the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day commitment to service.

ASU Prep Keeps ASU in the Family

ASU faculty and staff receive priority for student enrollment in the case of a waitlist, and keeps ASU in the family for K-12 students.

Annual Notification of Rights Under FERPA

Confidentiality of education records is a right of public school students and their parents. This right is provided for by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).

ASU Prep COVID Mitigation Procedures Update

ASU Preparatory Academy is carefully monitoring the health and safety of our school communities during the COVID pandemic.

ASU Prep Notice of Public Comment

Through this forum, the charter community and other stakeholders have an opportunity to voice their position on a potential rule or policy and provide valuable information on how it may impact you and your community.

Child Nutrition Programs Request for Proposal

ASU Preparatory Academy desires to contract with a Caterer to provide meals for our SFA’s food service program.

Summer School

ASU Prep and ASU Prep Digital have partnered together to run a no-cost summer school program for our K-12 Sun Devil family.

ASU Prep’s Community-Based and Digital Model Options for Families

ASU Preparatory Academy is offering several learning options beginning in Fall 2020. Here are more details about two of them:

The Academies at ASU Prep Polytechnic

Prep formally announced the Academies at ASU Prep Poly High School for the upcoming 2021-22 school year.

ASU Prep Phoenix Lease Renewed for 5 More Years

Good news! On Thursday, September 24, the Phoenix Elementary School District (PESD) board approved a new lease agreement for our ASU Prep Phoenix campus.

5 Reasons to Intern in High School

It’s common knowledge that an internship program during and after college is an essential part of most majors.

Fall 2020 Learning Model FAQs

What are the current learning models and what changes have been made to the learning models?

July Meal Distribution

Families, please note: ASU Preparatory Academy’s last summer meal distribution is on June 26 and will resume at the beginning of the school year, on August 3.

ASU Prep Family Communications

Click below to read our planning and learning updates for all ASU Prep families.

Why ASU Prep Utilizes Blended Learning

In an effort to meet the needs of our changing global economy, ASU Preparatory Academy schools have made a shift to a blended model of instruction by combining the best parts of online instruction and teacher-led instruction.

State Testing Updates

Given the widespread and extended school closures as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the U.S. Department of Education has announced that it is providing flexibility to states regarding the assessment and accountability requirements for the 2019-20 school year.

2020-21 Student Calendar

Amidst all of the communications we are sharing regarding our contingency planning, we would like to take a moment to talk about next year.

ASU Prep Digital is Innovating Online High School

This Fall, we launched ASU Prep Digital, an online high school that brings our college prep tradition to students on a global scale.

Phoenix Collegiate Academy is joining the ASU Preparatory Academy family in 2018!

Just announced: Phoenix Collegiate Academy (PCA) is merging with ASU Preparatory Academy to become ASU Prep South Phoenix-PCA, effective July 1, 2018.