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At ASU Prep Polytechnic Elementary<\/a>, students are reaching for the stars\u2014literally. Danielle Houseman, STEM Specialist at the academy, recently shared insights on The Morning Show<\/a> about an exciting initiative that brings space exploration into the classroom.<\/p>\n

Through the Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) program<\/a>, ASU Prep Polytechnic is offering K\u20136 students a unique opportunity to engage with astronauts aboard theInternational Space Station (ISS). 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Dr. Wylie emphasizes,<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cThe Arizona STEM Acceleration Project was born from a belief in the potential of Arizona\u2019s teachers to lead the way in STEM education innovation.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ASU Prep has been instrumental in this initiative, with 20 of our educators helping to create 1,500 free STEM lesson plans now available statewide. 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The first, the Judges Award, was presented as part of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aztechcouncil.org\/news\/here-are-winners-of-governors-celebration-of-innovation-awards\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2024 Governor\u2019s Celebration of Innovation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> hosted by the Arizona Technology Council and the Arizona Commerce Authority. This award applauded ASAP\u2019s extraordinary progress in enhancing STEM education and acknowledged its grassroots advocacy across the state.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The project also earned the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/cfo.asu.edu\/presidents-awards\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ASU President\u2019s Award for Social Embeddedness<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, recognizing its innovative and collaborative approach to engaging the community. This award speaks to ASAP\u2019s dedication to partnerships that create meaningful, lasting change for Arizona students.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reflecting on the success, Rachna Mathur, Senior STEM Strategist at ASU Prep, shares, \u201cBeing part of both the startup team and the implementation at ASU Prep has been incredible. The effort to create thousands of up-to-date STEM resources by teachers, for teachers, shows the power of professional collaboration. It\u2019s all for free\u2014and it\u2019s transforming classrooms.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dr. Wylie adds, \u201cThe recognition we\u2019ve received recognizes the work of our STEM fellows and the transformative impact they\u2019re making in their communities. Looking ahead, we aim to continue supporting educators throughout the state and fostering a vibrant STEM education ecosystem that prepares students for the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s take a look at that transformative impact in action.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Julia Wright \u2013 Hands-on math<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Julia Wright, a math and personal finance teacher at ASU Prep Global Academy, designed four stimulating STEM activities to bridge the digital divide and support interactive learning for remote learners.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Partnering with the Arts Academy at Estrella Mountain, Wright worked with gifted middle schoolers to bring abstract concepts to life through real-world applications. Students applied geometry principles by calculating slopes and angles, graphed exponential functions by tracking water cooling rates and solved systems of equations to estimate items in mystery jars. Another activity had students collect temperature data using digital tools, comparing classroom and ambient readings.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cWatching students gain confidence, sharpen their inquisitiveness and trust their independent thinking was incredibly rewarding. The enthusiasm and energy they brought to each project were a testament to the effectiveness of the hands-on approach,\u201d Wright shares.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Danielle Houseman \u2013 Coding and creativity<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Danielle Houseman, a sixth-grade computer science teacher at ASU Prep STEM Academy, has transformed her STEM Lab into a dynamic space for exploration and innovation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With support from ASAP funding, she introduced middle school students to Python coding using Edison robots. This project provided hands-on learning opportunities, encouraging students to develop problem-solving skills and explore the potential of computer science.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cI emphasize the importance of collaboration and tackling real-world problems through inquiry,\u201d says Houseman. \u201cI\u2019ve cultivated a space where students are inspired to engage and explore using state-of-the-art technologies.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beyond coding, Houseman has spearheaded an array of projects, from hovercraft design and magnetic levitation vehicles to Rubik\u2019s Cube mosaics and bridge engineering. Her initiatives have made the K\u20136 STEM Lab a hub for discovery, blending science and engineering with curiosity-driven innovation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Bryce Wolcott \u2013 Online labs reimagined<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For Bryce Wolcott, an online chemistry and biology teacher at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/khan-world-school\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Khan World School at ASU Prep<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the challenge was clear\u2014how can students in a remote setting experience high-quality labs?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the support of ASAP, Wolcott partnered with Science Interactive to provide his students with mail-order lab kits, replicating the hands-on classroom experience. The kits allowed his students to explore complex concepts in chemistry and biology, from chemical reactions to the principles of biology, using professional-grade materials.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cThe ability of my students to complete hands-on labs in my courses has been immensely valuable in terms of their content knowledge and engagement,\u201d Wolcott explains.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">He also collaborated with Carolina Biological to design high school lab kits, which he plans to pilot soon.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wolcott credits ASAP with not only helping him innovate in his teaching but also connecting him to a passionate community of STEM educators. Reflecting on the fellowship, he shares, \u201cAfter nearly 20 years in teaching, this program sparked a new passion for improving my practice and it\u2019s been exciting finding ways to support and learn from other Arizona teachers.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-160828 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/asu-prep-transforming-stem-through-collaboration.jpg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 639px) 98vw, (max-width: 1199px) 64vw, 770px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/asu-prep-transforming-stem-through-collaboration.jpg 1540w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/asu-prep-transforming-stem-through-collaboration-300x190.jpg 300w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/asu-prep-transforming-stem-through-collaboration-1024x648.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/asu-prep-transforming-stem-through-collaboration-768x486.jpg 768w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/asu-prep-transforming-stem-through-collaboration-1536x971.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/asu-prep-transforming-stem-through-collaboration-640x405.jpg 640w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/asu-prep-transforming-stem-through-collaboration-1200x759.jpg 1200w\" alt=\"Students learning STEM\" width=\"1540\" height=\"974\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Transforming STEM education through collaboration<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ASAP\u2019s success demonstrates the power of collaboration. By empowering educators with tools, funding and a sense of community, the project has sparked innovation in classrooms across the state. From Julia Wright\u2019s real-world math applications to Danielle Houseman\u2019s dynamic STEM Lab and Bryce Wolcott\u2019s reimagined online labs, ASU Prep teachers have become leaders in redefining STEM education.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Highlighting the program\u2019s broader impact, Mathur notes, \u201cIt\u2019s amazing what happens when teachers are empowered to innovate\u2014not just for their schools but for the entire state.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Through its partnership with ASAP, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ASU Prep<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> remains committed to shaping the future of STEM in Arizona, one classroom at a time. 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This innovative program allows families to choose how and where their children learn on Fridays, creating a more dynamic and relevant educational experience. Families can adjust their enrollment choices quarterly, ensuring the program aligns with their evolving needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Flexible learning options<\/h2>\n<h3><b>In-person learning<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Students have the option to attend half-day in-person classes at an ASU Prep campus or engage in special in-person programming at an ASU campus. On-campus offerings include academic intervention, enrichment programs, special field trips, and on-site internships, all designed to provide hands-on, enriching experiences that support learners\u2019 growth.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>At-home learning<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For those who prefer a home-based learning environment, students can complete a \u201cFriday Playlist\u201d that includes both online learning and offline\u00a0 learning opportunities. Options include family field trips, out-of-school enrichment programs, internships at approved sites, digital electives, coursework\u00a0 \u201cmust-dos,\u201d as well \u201cmay-do\u201d suggestions, such as journaling.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>The background of Family Choice Day<\/h2>\n<p>The concept of a flexible fifth day originated at our ASU Prep Casa Grande campus, where a four-day school week has been in place for many years. The hybrid program allowed an extra day for students to engage in jobs, internships, and academic support activities. The success of this model was mirrored at the South Phoenix high school campus last year, leading to the decision to expand the program across more campuses.<\/p>\n<p>Surveys of families and teachers highlighted a strong preference for a flexible Friday, enabling the program to align with family needs while maintaining academic rigor. This flexibility has proved beneficial, reducing burnout and increasing student engagement and success.<\/p>\n<h2>The benefits of Family Choice Day<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Megan Hanley, Executive Director of School Design, notes, \u201cFamily Choice Day gives families the choice and flexibility for what works best for them.\u201d This could mean offering students a chance to recharge and engage in activities that spark their interests, providing valuable family time, or enabling them to pursue work opportunities and explore new passions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The hybrid learning model of Family Choice Day offers numerous advantages, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Family flexibility: Families can tailor their student\u2019s learning experience to best suit their needs, whether it\u2019s a day of fun learning at school or a relaxed learning day at home.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Student engagement: By providing a break from the traditional school week, students remain excited and engaged, both academically and in non-academic activities.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personal growth: Students are encouraged to explore interests outside the standard curriculum, fostering creativity and personal development.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Staff collaboration: Teachers have the opportunity to lead classes in areas they are passionate about, enhancing the educational experience for both students and educators.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Real-world preparation: Students become familiar with blended learning environments found in college classes and modern workplaces.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Unique offerings across campuses<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cIt\u2019s going so well,\u201d shares Hanley. \u201cEach school site is offering such a unique program. Classes are being led by all kinds of staff members, including our School Resource Officer at Downtown Phoenix, as well as great community partners.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of the unique programs and activities offered at each campus:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ASU Prep Polytechnic STEM Academy: Drones, robotics, pi\u00f1ata-making and other crafts.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ASU Prep Polytechnic High School: Collaborations with ASU on robotics, cooking classes and more.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ASU Prep Pilgrim Rest: Fashion program collaborations and leadership coding initiatives.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ASU Prep Downtown Phoenix: Mindfulness sessions, fitness programs and poetic collaborations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ASU Prep South Phoenix: Virtual reality coding, soccer skills development and aquarium projects.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>A community effort<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cWe are so appreciative of our entire staff throughout the Network,\u201d says Hanley. \u201cWorking through all of the processes and changes is only possible if our staff see the possibilities, understand the goal, and exhibit perseverance through change. 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decade strong: ASU takes top spot in innovation for 10th year in a row"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Originally published on <a href=\"https:\/\/news.asu.edu\/20240923-university-news-asu-no-1-innovation-10-years-us-news-world-report-ranking\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Arizona State University<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>US News & World Report honor the latest in No. 1 rankings for university<\/h2>\n<p>For the 10th year in a row, Arizona State University is No. 1 in innovation in the newly released annual \u201cBest Colleges\u201d 2025 rankings by U.S. News & World Report \u2014 just one of many top rankings earned by the university.<\/p>\n<p>ASU has placed first in the peer-nominated category every year since the \u201cmost innovative\u201d category was created by U.S. News & World Report magazine, and the university has ranked ahead of MIT and Stanford University each time.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cReceiving the top innovation ranking from our peers for a decade is significant, as it affirms that our enterprise-wide innovation mindset is deeply tied to our institutional identity,\u201d said ASU President Michael M. Crow.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cASU works hard to find and act on every opportunity at every level of teaching, discovery and operations to collaborate and manifest better solutions. We are proud of the variety and scope of impact we are making.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The latest accolade joins a series of repeated No. 1 rankings in recent years for high-impact areas including innovation, sustainability and impact.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Repeatedly Ranked #1 for 10 years\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/36QdTh8Q-JA?feature=oembed\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>In the just-released\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aashe.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/SCI-2024-Final.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">STARS Sustainable Campus Index<\/a>\u00a0from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education, ASU ranked No. 1 in the United States and No. 2 in the world for its sustainability practices, ahead of Stanford, Cornell and Colorado State University. The index also put ASU in the top 10 worldwide for six \u201cimpact areas\u201d of the assessment: No. 1 in air and climate, No. 2 in transportation, No. 3 in investment and finance, No. 7 in research, No. 9 in curriculum and No. 10 in public engagement.<\/p>\n<p>For the fifth consecutive year, Times Higher Education\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/news.asu.edu\/20240611-university-news-asu-retains-no-1-us-top-10-globally-impact-ranking-un-sustainable-goals\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ranked ASU No. 1<\/a>\u00a0this summer in the U.S. for its work through education, research and practice in alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. For the overall ranking, ASU came in ahead of Michigan State University, Penn State University and MIT.<\/p>\n<p>For the third consecutive year, ASU was the No. 1 public university for\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/news.asu.edu\/20231113-global-engagement-asu-named-top-public-university-international-students-third-straight-year#:~:text=For%20the%20third%20consecutive%20year,and%20the%20University%20of%20Michigan.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hosting international students<\/a>\u00a0by the 2023 Institute of International Education\u2019s Open Doors Report, ahead of the University of Illinois, Purdue and the University of Michigan.<\/p>\n<p>Other No. 1 rankings over the past several years include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>No. 1 in research expenditures for anthropology, by the National Science Foundation (2023), ahead of the University of Michigan, Harvard University, Stanford University and the University of Arizona.<\/li>\n<li>No. 1 in transdisciplinary, multidisciplinary and other sciences, by the National Science Foundation (2023), ahead of Northwestern University, Johns Hopkins University, the University of Pittsburgh and Ohio State University.<\/li>\n<li>No. 1 journalism school in top overall awards for news, by the Broadcast Education Association (2022\u201324), ahead of Syracuse, the University of Florida and the University of Southern California.<\/li>\n<li>No. 1 in the world for international trade, by the QS International Trade Rankings (2023\u201324), ahead of the University of Michigan, Harvard and the University of Pennsylvania domestically, and the University of Cambridge in the United Kingdom, University of Toronto in Canada and IMD in Switzerland, internationally.<\/li>\n<li>Explore more on the\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asu.edu\/about\/rankings\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ASU rankings website<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Big headlines from the past year<\/h2>\n<p>In the past year, ASU has made a huge impact in several areas:<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Microelectronics<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Earlier this month,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/news.asu.edu\/20240917-science-and-technology-5-microtechnology-projects-win-nearly-30-million-federal-funding\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">five projects<\/a>\u00a0in the ASU-led Southwest Advanced Prototyping Hub won nearly $30 million in federal funding to launch projects that will boost national security by enhancing U.S. microchip-making capability. In the spring, ASU entered into a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/news.asu.edu\/20240320-science-and-technology-asu-deca-technologies-partner-advanced-packaging-research-and\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">partnership<\/a>\u00a0with DECA Technologies to collaborate on North America\u2019s first Fan-Out Wafer-Level Packaging research and development capability.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Space<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Last October, a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/news.asu.edu\/20231017-discoveries-asu-psyche-mission-launch-week\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">lifted the Psyche spacecraft<\/a>\u00a0into the sky, the first NASA deep-space mission led by ASU and the culmination of a 12-year undertaking led by Lindy Elkins-Tanton, Foundation and Regents Professor in the School of Earth and Space Exploration, vice president of the ASU Interplanetary Initiative and the principal investigator of the Psyche mission. The spacecraft is traveling to the Psyche asteroid, which scientists believe could be part of a metal-rich interior of a planetesimal, a building block of a rocky planet.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s a mission that reaches far beyond the science team: ASU has\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/psyche.asu.edu\/get-involved\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">involved<\/a>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/psyche.asu.edu\/get-involved\/psyche-inspired\/#overview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">students<\/a>\u00a0and the community in the Psyche mission through\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/psyche.asu.edu\/get-involved\/psyche-space-crafty\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">art<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/psyche.asu.edu\/get-involved\/innovation-toolkit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">education<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Heat mitigation<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Arizona\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/news.asu.edu\/20240411-environment-and-sustainability-asu-teams-research-leads-new-law-protecting-mobilehome\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">passed a law<\/a>\u00a0in the spring that guarantees mobile-home owners\u2019 right to install cooling measures, thanks in large part to the work of the Knowledge Exchange for Resilience at ASU, an interdisciplinary team that worked for more than five years on the problem of extreme heat and mobile homes in the Valley.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Big grants<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>ASU won two big grants from the U.S. Agency for International Development: $80 million to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/news.asu.edu\/20231002-global-engagement-asu-lead-usaid-award-bolster-leadership-entrepreneurial-training-african\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">create new learning opportunities<\/a>\u00a0and resources that support the success of young people in Africa, and $35 million to lead a large, interdisciplinary initiative to help\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/news.asu.edu\/20230306-global-engagement-initiative-aims-reduce-genderbased-violence-el-salvador\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">reduce gender-based violence<\/a>\u00a0in El Salvador, with the goal of stemming the flow of irregular migration to the U.S.<\/p>\n<p>In addition, the U.S. National Science Foundation chose ASU to lead a $15 million multi-institutional enterprise to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/news.asu.edu\/20240129-asu-leads-southwest-sustainability-innovation-engine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">confront climate challenges<\/a>\u00a0in the Southwest and spur economic development in the region.<\/p>\n<p>Learn more about grants for solutions-oriented research\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/news.asu.edu\/interests\/grants-awards\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">on ASU News<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Artificial intelligence<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>In early 2024, ASU\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/news.asu.edu\/20240118-university-news-new-collaboration-openai-charts-future-ai-higher-education\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">announced<\/a>\u00a0that it was the first higher education institution to collaborate with OpenAI, the AI research and deployment company behind ChatGPT. That led to the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/news.asu.edu\/20240827-science-and-technology-ai-powered-educational-experiences-underway-asu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AI Innovation Challenge<\/a>, in which more than 500 proposals for AI projects were submitted across the university. More than 200 of those projects are underway, including a bot to improve health care workers\u2019 interviewing skills and the use of ChatGPT to enhance writing skills.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Top awards<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Several of ASU\u2019s community of faculty and administrators have won prestigious awards over the past year. Water expert Amber Wutich, President\u2019s Professor and director of the Center for Global Health in the School of Human Evolution and Social Change,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/news.asu.edu\/20231012-global-engagement-asu-water-expert-amber-wutich-named-2023-macarthur-fellow\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">won a \u201cgenius grant\u201d<\/a>\u00a0from the MacArthur Foundation, only the third ASU faculty member to do so.<\/p>\n<p>Colleen Jennings-Roggensack, executive director of ASU Gammage and vice president for cultural affairs at ASU,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/news.asu.edu\/20240531-arts-humanities-and-education-jenningsroggensack-receive-tony-honor-excellence-theater\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">won a Tony<\/a>\u00a0Honor for Excellence in Theater.<\/p>\n<p>Regents Professor Michelene \u201cMicki\u201d Chi\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/news.asu.edu\/20230927-university-news-asu-professor-micki-chi-wins-yidan-prize-education-research\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">won the Yidan Prize for Education Research<\/a>, the biggest award in education and an international honor that recognized her innovative approaches that help learners reach their full potential.<\/p>\n<h2>More from latest US News & World Report rankings<\/h2>\n<p>The \u201cmost innovative\u201d ranking by U.S. News & World Report is based on peer voting. Institutions were nominated by college presidents, provosts and admissions deans across the country, and schools were chosen based on who is making the most innovative improvements in curriculum, faculty, students, campus life, technology and facilities.<\/p>\n<p>ASU also was tied for No. 7 nationwide for undergraduate teaching \u2014 ahead of Yale, Stanford and Harvard universities \u2014 and No. 3 among public universities for the first-year college experience, ahead of the University of Michigan,\u00a0Purdue University and Ohio State University.<\/p>\n<p>In addition, ASU ranked highly in areas that are important for careers. The university was in the top 20 \u2014 along with Stanford, Cornell and Purdue universities \u2014\u00a0for service learning, in which students can apply what they learn in class in community activities. In the category of co-ops and internships for undergraduates, ASU ranked in the top 15 nationwide along with\u00a0MIT, Duke\u00a0and Harvard, and fifth among public universities, along with Georgia Tech, Purdue and Clemson \u2014 all part of continued, successful results in\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/news.asu.edu\/20240213-university-news-asu-ranks-among-top-us-institutions-employable-graduates\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">boosting the employability of ASU graduates<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Several ASU undergraduate degree programs ranked in the top 20 nationwide in the U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges for 2025:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>No. 2 for supply chain management and logistics \u2014\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/news.asu.edu\/20240923-business-and-entrepreneurship-asu-bachelors-degrees-business-step-rankings\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">one of a number of top rankings for W. P. Carey School of Business<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 ahead of MIT, the University of Tennessee at Knoxville and the University of Texas at Austin.<\/li>\n<li>No. 9 (tied) for business management information systems, W. P. Carey School; ahead of New York University, the University of Pennsylvania and the University of Michigan.<\/li>\n<li>No. 9 for production\/operations management, W. P. Carey School; ahead of the University of Indiana; the University of California, Berkeley; and NYU.<\/li>\n<li>No. 10 for analytics, W. P. Carey School; ahead of Indiana University, Cornell and the University of Texas at Dallas.<\/li>\n<li>No. 12 for business management, W. P. Carey School; ahead of the University of Southern California, Cornell and Pennsylvania State University.<\/li>\n<li>No. 13 for accounting, W. P. Carey School; ahead of UC Berkeley, the University of Washington and Michigan State University.<\/li>\n<li>No. 13 for environmental\/environment health engineering, Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering; ahead of Princeton, Yale and Rice universities.<\/li>\n<li>No. 16 for civil engineering, Fulton Schools; ahead of UCLA, the University of Washington and the University of Wisconsin.<\/li>\n<li>No. 17 (tied) for industrial manufacturing, Fulton Schools; along with USC, Ohio State University and the University of Pittsburgh.<\/li>\n<li>No. 18 (tied) for cybersecurity computer science, Fulton Schools; ahead of Duke\u00a0University and the Rochester Institute of Technology.<\/li>\n<li>No. 19 (tied) for electrical\/electronic communications engineering, Fulton Schools; ahead of Harvard, Columbia and the University of Wisconsin.<\/li>\n<li>No. 19 for artificial intelligence computer science, Fulton Schools; ahead of Duke, Purdue and Yale.<\/li>\n<li>No. 19 (tied) for finance, W. P. Carey School; ahead of Georgetown University, USC and Emory University.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Additionally, Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation\u2019s undergraduate nursing program\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/news.asu.edu\/20240923-health-and-medicine-asus-undergraduate-nursing-program-ranks-top-8-nationally\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rose to No. 39 (tied) from No. 52<\/a>, ahead of Florida State University, Purdue and George Mason University. ASU\u2019s undergraduate psychology programs rose to No. 42 (tied) from No. 51, ahead of Stony Brook University, the University of Iowa and Temple University. The Fulton Schools\u2019 overall undergraduate engineering program was tied for No. 35, ahead of Michigan State University, Iowa State University and the University of Arizona.<\/p>\n<p><em>Find the full rankings on the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.usnews.com\/best-colleges\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">U.S. News & World Report website<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Originally published on Arizona State University. 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Parents who are looking to enroll their child have a number of daycares, pre-kindergarten programs, learning centers, and child care centers to choose from, but when it comes to class size, quality of education, and teacher qualifications, some schools stand out more than the others.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 id=\"h-what-to-look-for-in-a-mesa-preschool\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to look for in a Mesa preschool<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>One of the most important qualifiers to look for in a preschool is how it<a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/ency\/article\/002013.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> encourages social and mental<\/a> growth through educational programs to support your child\u2019s development. From motor skills to language and behavior, children ages three to six are reaching important milestones that set the tone for long-term development.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>However, this enrichment isn\u2019t just for in-person classrooms\u2014online schools should be evaluated in the same way. It is possible to enjoy hands-on activities, engaging experiences, and collaboration that allows your student to interact with others and grow from the comfort of your home.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 id=\"h-the-best-local-preschools-in-mesa-az\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The best local preschools in Mesa, AZ<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Mesa public schools offer challenging curriculums with varied options, including STEM, free Montessori, and other accelerated programs. Our selections for top schools factored in these offerings, along with class size and overall student and parent experience. 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It\u2019s a STEM-certified school that serves nearly 500 students in grades K through 4, offering a multicultural, nurturing environment that helps each student build a strong foundation for their education.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Pre-K students at ASU Prep Poly interact with certified educators who focus on a play-based approach to activities, art, music, and beginning comprehension studies. It\u2019s a supportive and warm environment where your child will grow their confidence and social skills while preparing for kindergarten enrollment.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>And with smaller class sizes, teachers are able to spend more time with each child and focus on their individual growth. ASU Prep Poly follows <a href=\"https:\/\/workforce.education.asu.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Next Education Workforce<\/a>, a teaching model that empowers educators and provides all students with a more personalized learning experience.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Betsy Fowler, Head of Schools at ASU Prep Academy, said, \u201cIn the classroom, we have a focus on what we call blended personalized learning, which means students are gaining really important technology skills and using technology tools, but also doing in-person learning where they\u2019re collaborating with each other.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Stats on ASU Prep Polytechnic:\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>466 PreK\u20134th grade students<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Name<\/strong>: ASU Prep Poly Preschool<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Address<\/strong>:<a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/qno49zoJ4Yrc4rME8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> 6950 E Williams Field Rd., Mesa, AZ 85212<\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Contact Number<\/strong>: 480-727-5700<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Website<\/strong>:<a href=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" class=\"wp-image-2189\" src=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/top-rated-preschools-mesa-az-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Franklin Accelerated Academy - Brimhall Campus\" srcset=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/top-rated-preschools-mesa-az-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/top-rated-preschools-mesa-az-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/top-rated-preschools-mesa-az-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/top-rated-preschools-mesa-az-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/top-rated-preschools-mesa-az-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/top-rated-preschools-mesa-az-1200x900.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/top-rated-preschools-mesa-az.jpg 1888w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 639px) 98vw, (max-width: 1199px) 64vw, 770px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p> <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"h-2-franklin-accelerated-academy-brimhall-campus\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Franklin Accelerated Academy – Brimhall Campus<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Franklin Accelerated Academy is a National Blue Ribbon School that offers a traditional in-person environment for all students on a first-come, first-served basis.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The school\u2019s programs are heavily influenced by parental input and guidance, with a focus on reading, writing, and math.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Stats on Franklin Accelerated – Brimhall:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>759 PreK\u20136th grade students<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>To learn more about Franklin Accelerated Academy – Brimhall Campus, please <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/franklinatbrimhall\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">visit their Facebook<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"h-3-las-sendas-elementary-school\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Las Sendas Elementary School<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Las Sendas is an A+ School of Excellence that\u2019s known for their large, successful music program, and for being the only school in the district to teach the <a href=\"https:\/\/suzukiassociation.org\/about\/suzuki-method\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Suzuki Method<\/a>, which every child is required to learn.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Stats on Las Sendas:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>738 PreK\u20136th grade students<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Student-teacher ratio: 19:1<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>To learn more about Las Sendas Elementary School, please <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/LasSendasMPSAZ\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">visit their Facebook<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" class=\"wp-image-2192\" src=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/challenging-curriculums-mesa-preschools-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"MacArthur Elementary School students and faculty\" srcset=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/challenging-curriculums-mesa-preschools-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/challenging-curriculums-mesa-preschools-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/challenging-curriculums-mesa-preschools-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/challenging-curriculums-mesa-preschools-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/challenging-curriculums-mesa-preschools-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/challenging-curriculums-mesa-preschools-1200x900.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/challenging-curriculums-mesa-preschools.jpg 1888w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 639px) 98vw, (max-width: 1199px) 64vw, 770px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p> <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"h-4-macarthur-elementary-school\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. MacArthur Elementary School<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Macarthur Elementary School is known for having high community engagement and promoting hands-on learning for all students.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The school has adopted a health-focused education that led them to be recognized by the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthiergeneration.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Alliance for a Healthier Generation<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Teachers are encouraged to get to know students on a personal level to support social-emotional development and growth of each child.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Stats on MacArthur Elementary:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>544 PreK\u20136th grade students<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usnews.com\/education\/k12\/arizona\/macarthur-elementary-school-237175\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Student-teacher ratio: 17:1<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" class=\"wp-image-2193\" src=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/diverse-options-stem-education-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Franklin Accelerated Academy East Campus students\" srcset=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/diverse-options-stem-education-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/diverse-options-stem-education-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/diverse-options-stem-education-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/diverse-options-stem-education-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/diverse-options-stem-education-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/diverse-options-stem-education-1200x900.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/diverse-options-stem-education.jpg 1888w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 639px) 98vw, (max-width: 1199px) 64vw, 770px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p> <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"h-5-franklin-accelerated-academy-east-campus\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Franklin Accelerated Academy East Campus<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Franklin Accelerated Academy has an A+ Schools of Excellence award for their successful approach to education.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>They encourage students to learn to read by using authentic children\u2019s literature as a way to keep them engaged and enriched.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Stats on Franklin Accelerated:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usnews.com\/education\/k12\/arizona\/franklin-east-elementary-school-236072\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>607 PreK\u20136th grade students<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usnews.com\/education\/k12\/arizona\/franklin-east-elementary-school-236072\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Student-teacher ratio: 17:1<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" class=\"wp-image-2194\" src=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/engaging-online-learning-experiences-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Canyon Rim Elementary students\" srcset=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/engaging-online-learning-experiences-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/engaging-online-learning-experiences-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/engaging-online-learning-experiences-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/engaging-online-learning-experiences-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/engaging-online-learning-experiences-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/engaging-online-learning-experiences-1200x900.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/engaging-online-learning-experiences.jpg 1888w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 639px) 98vw, (max-width: 1199px) 64vw, 770px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p> <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"h-6-canyon-rim-elementary\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Canyon Rim Elementary<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Canyon Rim Elementary offers three different preschool programs: Kindergarten Prep, Building Blocks 3, and Advantage Preschool.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Kindergarten Prep is the traditional program (either in-person or hybrid) that helps students jump start their traditional learning pathway.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Both Building Blocks and Advantage Preschool Programs offer a specialized curriculum based on AZ Early Childhood Standards, with Building Blocks focusing on building confidence and Advantage Preschool focusing on critical thinking and social-emotional development.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Stats on Canyon Rim:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usnews.com\/education\/k12\/arizona\/canyon-rim-elementary-205811\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>768 PreK\u20136th grade students<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usnews.com\/education\/k12\/arizona\/canyon-rim-elementary-205811\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Student-teacher ratio: 16:1<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>To learn more about Canyon Rim Elementary, please <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/CanyonRimElementary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">visit their Facebook<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" class=\"wp-image-2195\" src=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/small-class-sizes-mesa-preschools-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Hermosa Vista Elementary students\" srcset=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/small-class-sizes-mesa-preschools-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/small-class-sizes-mesa-preschools-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/small-class-sizes-mesa-preschools-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/small-class-sizes-mesa-preschools-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/small-class-sizes-mesa-preschools-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/small-class-sizes-mesa-preschools-1200x900.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/small-class-sizes-mesa-preschools.jpg 1888w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 639px) 98vw, (max-width: 1199px) 64vw, 770px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p> <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"h-7-hermosa-vista-elementary\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Hermosa Vista Elementary<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>With Spanish-language programs at the forefront, Hermosa Vista is known for its dual-language immersion program and FLEX program, helping students gain Spanish language skills.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The school is health focused and follows <a href=\"https:\/\/workforce.education.asu.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Next Education Workforce<\/a>, a teaching model that empowers educators and provides all students with a more personalized learning experience.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Stats on Hermosa Vista:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usnews.com\/education\/k12\/arizona\/hermosa-vista-elementary-school-207079\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>648 PreK\u20136th grade students<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usnews.com\/education\/k12\/arizona\/hermosa-vista-elementary-school-207079\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Student-teacher ratio: 16:1<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>To learn more about Hermosa Vista Elementary, please <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/HermosaVistaElementary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">visit their Facebook<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" class=\"wp-image-2196\" src=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/social-mental-growth-preschool-education-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Meridian Elementary students\" srcset=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/social-mental-growth-preschool-education-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/social-mental-growth-preschool-education-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/social-mental-growth-preschool-education-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/social-mental-growth-preschool-education-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/social-mental-growth-preschool-education-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/social-mental-growth-preschool-education-1200x900.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/social-mental-growth-preschool-education.jpg 1888w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 639px) 98vw, (max-width: 1199px) 64vw, 770px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p> <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"h-8-meridian-elementary\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Meridian Elementary<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Meridian Elementary offers two preschool programs:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gilbertschools.net\/Page\/1082\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Advantage Preschool and Building Blocks 3 & 4<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The Advantage Preschool option includes <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gilbertschools.net\/Page\/1083\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Integrated SPICE<\/a>\u2014a blended program with a maximum of 12 students learning and collaborating in one supportive environment. It promotes social interactions and communication skills through peer modeling and intentional feedback.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The Building Blocks program is designed using AZ Early Childhood Standards, creating a foundation for young students that promotes confidence within an elementary school environment.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Stats on Meridian:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usnews.com\/education\/k12\/arizona\/meridian-208006\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>708 PK-6th grade students<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usnews.com\/education\/k12\/arizona\/meridian-208006\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Student-teacher ratio: 18:1<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>To learn more about Meridian Elementary, please <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/MeridianElementary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">visit their Facebook<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" class=\"wp-image-2197\" src=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/parent-student-experience-mesa-preschools-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Hale Elementary students\" srcset=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/parent-student-experience-mesa-preschools-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/parent-student-experience-mesa-preschools-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/parent-student-experience-mesa-preschools-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/parent-student-experience-mesa-preschools-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/parent-student-experience-mesa-preschools-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/parent-student-experience-mesa-preschools-1200x900.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/parent-student-experience-mesa-preschools.jpg 1888w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 639px) 98vw, (max-width: 1199px) 64vw, 770px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p> <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"h-9-hale-elementary\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Hale Elementary<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Extracurricular activities and the arts are at the heart of Hale Elementary, and it starts with their<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mpsaz.org\/o\/departments\/page\/preschool\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Early Learning (Preschool) program<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Students focus on critical thinking skills and social-emotional development in a supportive environment for all levels.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The implementation of<a href=\"https:\/\/teachingstrategies.com\/sampler\/creative-curriculum-for-preschool\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> The Creative Curriculum<\/a> allows students to explore different learning styles and modalities, which can then be tracked by teachers to create an individualized education for each student.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Stats on Hale:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usnews.com\/education\/k12\/arizona\/hale-elementary-school-236317\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>466 PK-6th grade students<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usnews.com\/education\/k12\/arizona\/hale-elementary-school-236317\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Student-teacher ratio: 16:1<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>To learn more about Hale Elementary, please <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/NathanHaleMPS\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">visit their Facebook<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" class=\"wp-image-2198\" style=\"width: 840px; height: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/hands-on-activities-online-learning-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Zaharis Elementary\" srcset=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/hands-on-activities-online-learning-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/hands-on-activities-online-learning-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/hands-on-activities-online-learning-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/hands-on-activities-online-learning-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/hands-on-activities-online-learning-640x480.jpg 640w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/hands-on-activities-online-learning-1200x900.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/05\/hands-on-activities-online-learning.jpg 1888w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 639px) 98vw, (max-width: 1199px) 64vw, 770px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p> <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"h-10-zaharis-elementary\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Zaharis Elementary<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>In addition to STEM Enrichment Preschool and Montessori, Pre-k students at Zaharis Elementary also have access to the CTE Preschool & Childcare Program.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The school implements a tuition-based education for children who are three to five years old and directed by a highly qualified educator with a specialty in early childhood education, as well as high school students working toward their educational career via CTE Education Professionals.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Like other elementary schools within their district, Zaharis follows The Creative Curriculum and offers an individualized approach to preschool education with age-appropriate activities.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Stats on Zaharis:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usnews.com\/education\/k12\/arizona\/zaharis-elementary-239250\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>786 PK-6th grade students<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usnews.com\/education\/k12\/arizona\/zaharis-elementary-239250\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Student-teacher ratio: 17:1<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>To learn more about Zaharis Elementary, please <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/zahariselementary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">visit their Facebook<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 id=\"h-comparing-top-rated-mesa-preschools\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Comparing top-rated Mesa preschools?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-preschool\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ASU Prep Poly Preschool<\/a> is a tuition-free public preschool. Through a supportive school environment and family partnerships, ASU Prep Poly Preschool helps students build strong foundations in both academics and social development through a combination of structured and free play. Our preschool students learn to share, interact with others, develop reasoning skills, and build confidence and self-esteem to make a seamless transition to Kindergarten.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>We believe all students can achieve success at the highest levels. Our education is personalized, project-based, and delivered at a pace that meets students where they are. The pathway to higher education and career success continues all the way through high school at<a href=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-stem-elementary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> ASU Prep Poly STEM Elementary<\/a>,<a href=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-spark-institute\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> ASU Prep Poly Spark Institute<\/a>, and<a href=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/poly-high-school\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> ASU Prep Poly High School<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Chartered by Arizona State University,<a href=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> ASU Preparatory Academy<\/a> students are Sun Devils from day one, receiving regular opportunities for mentorship by ASU students and faculty. 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Initiated in 1983, the A+ School of Excellence award process evaluates schools on multiple aspects including teaching and learning strategies, student achievement, leadership, and community integration. 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It serves as a source of pride and motivation for our students, staff, parents, and community partners, inspiring us to continue striving for greatness.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The school plans to celebrate this achievement to honor everyone who contributed to this success. 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