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Día de los Muertos event celebrates the magic of tradition and community

ASU Prep K–12 tuition free public school honors tradition and encourages family involvement with its Día de los Muertos community event.

The legacy lives on: celebrating Native American Heritage Month

ASU Prep celebrates the history of Native American Heritage Month with ways to learn and honor the many contributions of indigenous people.

Accelerating Math Skills: ASU Prep’s Math Momentum Program

ASU Prep’s innovative Math Momentum program offers personalized education strategies, boosting math skills in Arizona schools.

ASU Prep’s Science of Reading training program is empowering educators and achieving student success

Ensuring students can read proficiently is a critical goal for schools and educators. ASU Prep is proactively addressing literacy challenges with its Science of Reading training program, which aims to empower educators and improve student literacy.

Practical STEM education for high school students: the EPICS program

Get to know the ASU Prep’s EPICS program, connecting students to practical STEM education, real-world STEM experiences, potential STEM careers.

Exciting news: ASU Prep Global named a 2023 Yass Prize Semifinalist!

ASU Prep Global is proud to be named a 2023 Yass Prize Semifinalist, selected from nearly 2,000 applications representing 27 million students in grades PreK–12 across all 50 states.

To Be Globally Competitive, the U.S. Must Value STEM as Much as Literacy

K-12 education needs to be rethought and redesigned: The engine for STEM learning is curiosity and imagination.

Here’s how Arizona teachers are adapting — not attacking — AI

A teacher's response to learning about artificial intelligence is comparable to a child's face after eating ice cream, bulging eyes and happy smiles. “We’re like the happy cheerleaders for AI," said Janel White-Taylor, clinical professor at Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College.

Schools Worth Visiting

For many years (at least until 2020), we visited about 100 innovative schools a year. It’s the most important form of professional learning we do for ourselves and for the educators that accompany us. It’s how we create and update a shared vision of powerful learning.

ASU Prep Global, trailblazer in education, announced as Yass Prize Quarterfinalist

Selected from nearly 2,000 applications representing 27 million students in grades PreK–12 across all 50 states, ASU Prep Global is proud to be named a 2023 Yass Prize Quarterfinalist, a prestigious recognition from the Yass Foundation for Education, powered by the Center for Education Reform (CER) in partnership with Forbes.

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.

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.

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: 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.

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. 

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:

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:

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.

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.

Forbes names ASU one of Best Large Employers in US

ASU Prep Clubs Session 4 Now Open

Kindness Week is Feb. 13-17

ASU Preparatory Academy South Phoenix Art Inspires Students

Convergence of Technology and Personalization Play a Critical Role in the Future of Education

Welcome Ryan Garza

Welcome Stephen Rothkopf

Celebrating A Student’s Success