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While our hallways may be quiet this June and July, our campus will be buzzing with activity! We are thrilled to announce that ASU Prep South Phoenix Middle and High School is receiving a comprehensive site refresh over the summer break.\u00a0These updates are designed to modernize our learning environment, enhance campus security and ensure our students have the very best facilities to support their success.<\/p>\n

Prioritizing Campus Safety<\/b><\/h3>\n

The most significant update involves a complete redesign of our entry point. To provide more secure access to the rest of the building, the front office area will be fully enclosed. This creates a dedicated, secure transition point for all visitors.<\/p>\n

Additionally, we are installing a new welcome storefront window in the reception area to create a more inviting and professional first impression for our families and community partners.<\/p>\n

Enhancing the Classroom Experience<\/b><\/h3>\n

Inside the building, we are making several functional and aesthetic improvements to help students focus and feel at home:<\/p>\n

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    Modern Lighting & Sound:<\/b> New LED lighting will be installed throughout the building for a brighter atmosphere, along with acoustic ceiling panels in select areas to improve sound quality and reduce distractions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Classroom Upgrades:<\/b> Every classroom will now feature built-in cabinets for better organization and Mecho Shades on all exterior windows..<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Fresh Amenities:<\/b> Restrooms are receiving a full refresh with new tiling and modern partitions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    A Fresh Look for our Exterior<\/b><\/h3>\n

    We want our school pride to show from the moment you pull into the parking lot! Our exterior updates include:<\/p>\n

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      Enhanced Perimeter:<\/b> New fencing around the building and updated doors and frames.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Curb Appeal:<\/b> A fresh coat of paint and additional signage to make navigating our campus easier for everyone.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Summer Office Hours & Availability<\/b><\/h3>\n

      While we are excited about these improvements, the construction may impact our daily operations over the break. If you need to visit campus this summer, please keep in mind that office hours and meeting availability may vary while work is in progress. We recommend calling ahead or emailing to confirm staff availability.<\/p>\n

      We can\u2019t wait to welcome our Sun Devils back to a refreshed, safe and inspiring campus this August!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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STEAM at ASU Prep South Phoenix"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ASU Preparatory Academy<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is thrilled to share the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/south-phoenix-middle-high\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ASU Prep South Phoenix<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> VR Club has been awarded a $2,000 grant from the Equity in STEAM 4.0 initiative.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This grant\u2014made possible through a partnership with YWCA Metropolitan Phoenix, Intel, SRP, Cox and Waymo\u2014does more than acknowledge the innovative efforts of our students and educators. It takes a powerful step toward equality and multiculturalism in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) education for those who have been traditionally underserved.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The grant, presented on January 18, 2025 at the Chandler Multicultural Festival, highlights the extraordinary achievements of the ASU Prep South Phoenix VR Club. Under the dedicated leadership of English teacher and club sponsor Jose Rosario and with the invaluable support of Frank Liu, founder of VR Clubs of America, this club is transforming how students engage with technology and learning.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>The ASU Prep South Phoenix VR Club<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Offered as an enrichment opportunity during the school\u2019s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/south-phoenix-middle-high\/family-choice-day\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Family Choice Day<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the VR club is part of the flexible Friday programming that allows families to decide where and how students will learn for a more engaging and relevant learning experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Students build immersive virtual experiments and interactive learning experiences by weaving together coding, creativity and state-of-the-art technology. These projects empower the students themselves and the greater school community, creating tools that their teachers can use in classrooms across campus.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Collaboration is at the heart of this program\u2019s success. Students work as a team, problem-solving, exchanging ideas and lifting each other up. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cWhen the students run into problems, they research them, they collaborate and they solve them,\u201d<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> says Rosario. \u201cThey are also learning to leverage AI\u2019s capabilities to augment their learning,\u201d he adds, highlighting how students use advanced technology to solve problems. Understanding how to use AI responsibly equips these students with critical skills for the future, empowering them to drive innovation while navigating ethical challenges. This knowledge ensures they can harness AI as a tool for positive impact in technology and beyond.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beyond mastering technology, the program fosters essential communication skills that are just as impactful. Through public speaking opportunities, once-reserved students are finding their voices. \u201cIt has translated into confidence, in their other classes and in their lives overall,\u201d Rosario shares.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The potential these students are tapping into is truly inspiring. Rosario notes, \u201cMaybe for some students, careers in coding, video game design, or emerging technologies once felt like a dream. Now, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">they\u2019re getting real-world, hands-on experience exploring these fields and turning those dreams into real opportunities.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-160880 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/a-vision-for-steam-equity.jpg\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 639px) 98vw, (max-width: 1199px) 64vw, 770px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/a-vision-for-steam-equity.jpg 1540w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/a-vision-for-steam-equity-300x190.jpg 300w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/a-vision-for-steam-equity-1024x648.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/a-vision-for-steam-equity-768x486.jpg 768w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/a-vision-for-steam-equity-1536x971.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/a-vision-for-steam-equity-640x405.jpg 640w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/a-vision-for-steam-equity-1200x759.jpg 1200w\" alt=\"STEAM Equity\" width=\"1540\" height=\"974\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong>A vision for STEAM equality<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Liu, a Ph.D. ASU engineering valedictorian and the mastermind behind VR Clubs of America, is a staunch advocate of educational access. Liu notes that while many computer scientists aim for careers in big tech, he has directed his talents toward a more personal mission to open doors and shape brighter futures through education. \u201cThat\u2019s where my heart is,\u201d he proudly shares.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cWhat led me to start VR Clubs of America is really the fact that so many Arizona schools are severely under-resourced. And that\u2019s just not acceptable to me. I want to provide something meaningful for these students. They are incredibly smart, but without resources, they can\u2019t achieve their full potential.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every Friday last semester, Liu worked with ASU Prep South Phoenix students, guiding them in coding, refining their skills with MetaQuest headsets and solving challenges alongside them. His goal? To create a self-sustaining club where students take full ownership of their educational experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cThis grant will help us take the program even further,\u201d Liu explains. \u201cWith it, we\u2019ll be able to purchase additional VR headsets, so more students and even teachers can participate. Imagine using VR to step inside Anne Frank\u2019s house during history class or accessing meditation apps to practice mindfulness.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This technology isn\u2019t just a tool for one classroom\u2014it has the potential to transform the entire school.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>The bigger picture<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The work of the ASU Prep South Phoenix VR Club goes beyond technical achievements. 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Every single one of our 9th grade students successfully passed their first college course, earning ASU college credit\u2013at no cost to their families. This incredible achievement highlights the dedication of our students and staff to academic excellence and future success.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What makes this milestone even more inspiring is that it reflects the incredible multiculturalism and resilience of our students. Many of our 9th graders are English Language Learners or have Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and with the right support and resources, they thrived in this rigorous academic opportunity.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>A team effort<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This achievement reflects the dedication and teamwork of ASU Prep South Phoenix educators and staff, demonstrating the power of collaboration in driving student success.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Principal Dr. Patrick Gibbs shared, \u201cOur students worked really hard. Many were nervous about the rigor involved in a college class, but our students found amazing support from Ms. Hunt, Ms. Camacho and all the staff that supported after-school tutoring.\u201d He added, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cWith 100% of our 9th grade students passing their first college class, I\u2019m hoping that each and every one of them knows that they can be successful in college.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Science Teacher Samantha Hunt, who encouraged her students throughout the process, shared, \u201cI definitely want to share how incredibly proud I am of my 9th graders. They\u2019ve worked so hard and seeing them earn their very first college credits is just amazing. They are making big steps toward their futures!\u201d She added, \u201cIt\u2019s a reminder of why we do what we do. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Helping students discover their potential and achieve their goals is the heart of education.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learning Success Coach Amanda Camacho, who guided and supported students in staying focused on their goals, reflected, \u201cThis is a remarkable milestone. I am so incredibly proud of all of my 9th graders for earning college credit at such an early start as high school students! 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This advancement track is perfect for teachers who are passionate about teaching and eager to expand their leadership capabilities.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Meet our Transformational Teacher Leaders<\/h2>\n<p> <\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2475 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/south-phoenix-middle-high\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2024\/11\/matthew-cardoza-transformational-teacher-leader.png\" alt=\"Matthew Cardoza\" width=\"1340\" height=\"954\" srcset=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/south-phoenix-middle-high\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2024\/11\/matthew-cardoza-transformational-teacher-leader.png 1340w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/south-phoenix-middle-high\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2024\/11\/matthew-cardoza-transformational-teacher-leader-300x214.png 300w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/south-phoenix-middle-high\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2024\/11\/matthew-cardoza-transformational-teacher-leader-1024x729.png 1024w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/south-phoenix-middle-high\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2024\/11\/matthew-cardoza-transformational-teacher-leader-768x547.png 768w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/south-phoenix-middle-high\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2024\/11\/matthew-cardoza-transformational-teacher-leader-640x456.png 640w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/south-phoenix-middle-high\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2024\/11\/matthew-cardoza-transformational-teacher-leader-1200x854.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 639px) 98vw, (max-width: 1199px) 64vw, 770px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>Matthew Cardoza<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mr. Cardoza brings a wealth of experience as a social studies educator with an undergraduate degree from California Polytechnic State University and a Master\u2019s from Arizona State University. Hailing from Ventura, California, his beloved coastal hometown, Mr. Cardoza believes in the power of levity and lightheartedness, which may play a role in his leadership philosophy influenced by Lao Tzu\u2019s wisdom: \u201cA leader is best when people barely know he exists; when his work is done, his aim fulfilled, they will say: we did it ourselves.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mr. Cardoza has developed a strong proficiency in using technology like ChatGPT for enhancing teaching methods, including Project-Based Learning design and lesson planning.<\/span><\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2476 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/south-phoenix-middle-high\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2024\/11\/lisa-mills-transformational-teacher-leader.png\" alt=\"Lisa Mills\" width=\"1337\" height=\"954\" srcset=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/south-phoenix-middle-high\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2024\/11\/lisa-mills-transformational-teacher-leader.png 1337w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/south-phoenix-middle-high\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2024\/11\/lisa-mills-transformational-teacher-leader-300x214.png 300w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/south-phoenix-middle-high\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2024\/11\/lisa-mills-transformational-teacher-leader-1024x731.png 1024w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/south-phoenix-middle-high\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2024\/11\/lisa-mills-transformational-teacher-leader-768x548.png 768w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/south-phoenix-middle-high\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2024\/11\/lisa-mills-transformational-teacher-leader-640x457.png 640w, https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/south-phoenix-middle-high\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2024\/11\/lisa-mills-transformational-teacher-leader-1200x856.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 639px) 98vw, (max-width: 1199px) 64vw, 770px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>Lisa Mills<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ms. Mills is an experienced math educator with a passion for challenges and a love for kayaking and running. An Arizona State University alumna, she cherishes spending quality time with her two teenagers. She resonates with Dr. Seuss\u2019 thought: \u201cSometimes the questions are complicated and the answers are simple.\u201d She is excited about building new relationships and solving problems in her new role, embodying the problem-solving spirit of math educators.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Her superpower lies in understanding the connections between math and science, providing real-world examples and STEM lessons that engage students. With expertise in vertical alignment and differentiation, Lisa has taught grades 6 through 12, making her adept at addressing varied learning needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Embracing leadership for educational success<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Transformational Teacher Leader program at ASU Prep South Phoenix High School marks a pivotal step toward educational excellence. With leaders like Mr. Cardoza and Ms. Mills, we are poised to enhance instructional quality and foster an enriching learning environment. Their dedication and innovative approaches promise to positively impact our students\u2019 educational experiences. We invite our school community to join us in celebrating their contributions as we embark on this exciting journey of leadership and growth together.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At ASU Prep South Phoenix High School, we are thrilled to announce the launch of our Transformational Teacher Leader (TTL)…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":2473,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[42],"tags":[],"search_keywords":[],"class_list":["post-2472","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-asu-prep"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.1 (Yoast SEO v27.1.1) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Introducing ASU Prep South Phoenix High School\u2019s Transformational Teacher Leaders - South 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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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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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middle schools in Phoenix, Arizona 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p>Thanks to its warm weather, great job opportunities, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.phoenix.gov\/pdd\/planning-zoning\/phoenix-statistics-and-census-data\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">growing population<\/a>, and strong local economy, Phoenix is a great place to live. There are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitphoenix.com\/things-to-do\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">plentiful entertainment options<\/a>, including great outdoor recreation, a variety of museums, zoos and cultural centers, plus professional sports teams to cheer for.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>With many family-friendly neighborhoods, Phoenix offers quality schools, parks, and community events.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 id=\"h-what-to-look-for-in-a-phoenix-middle-school\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to look for in a Phoenix middle school<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Selecting a middle school in Phoenix, Arizona can be a complex process. As the fastest-growing big city in the United States, there is a wide range of education options with 325 public schools in 30 school districts, along with more than 200 charter and private schools.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Arizona is an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/2023\/07\/24\/us\/arizona-private-school-vouchers.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">open choice state<\/a>, meaning students can attend any public school they prefer.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>It’s crucial to consider factors such as location, specialized focus, academic programs, specific offerings like STEM or language programs, and proven <a href=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/success\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">student success data<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Middle school is a crucial time in students\u2019 academic and social development, so it\u2019s important to find a school that provides <a href=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/inclusion\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">personalized learning<\/a> to prepare them for college, careers, and life \u2013 in a supportive environment that values <a href=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/inclusion\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">multiculturalism<\/a> and supports success for all learners.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 id=\"h-the-best-local-middle-schools-in-phoenix-az\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">The best local middle schools in Phoenix, AZ<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>When it comes to choosing the best middle schools in Phoenix, we selected schools with a track record of student success in college prep programs, personalized support, and a focus on preparing students to reach future academic milestones.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Beyond academics, the best local middle schools feature a positive and supportive school culture, where students feel safe, respected, and engaged in their learning.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"h-1-asu-prep-academy-phoenix-middle-school\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. ASU Prep Academy Phoenix Middle School<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-159840\" src=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/best-phoenix-arizona-school-curriculum-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"ASU Prep Phoenix Middle School students in hallway\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p> <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/phoenix-middle-school\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ASU Preparatory Academy Phoenix Middle School<\/a> stands out as the premier choice for middle school education in Phoenix, offering a personalized, tuition-free, PreK\u201312 public charter school experience that sets students on <a href=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/prep-for-college\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the path to college and career success<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/k-12-curriculum\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Personalized curriculum<\/a> allows learners to work at their own pace, developing critical thinking and social-emotional skills through relevant projects and activities.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Along the way, students can choose to get ahead by completing high school courses for credit while still in junior high school, learning to set goals and becoming active participants in their own education. Chartered by <a href=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/asu-charter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Arizona State University<\/a>, the school provides unparalleled opportunities for students to earn university credits and internship opportunities while in middle and high school, along with a multicultural and supportive community of learners.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>ASU Prep Phoenix Middle School boasts a range of opportunities to get involved. Whether it\u2019s participating in a student club like Robotics, or attending an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asuprepevents.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ASU Prep community event<\/a> with fun for the whole family.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The school’s rigorous yet supportive approach, combined with its focus on early college opportunities and personalized learning, positions it as the top choice for families seeking an exceptional middle school education in the Phoenix area.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>ASU Prep Phoenix provides continuity of exceptional education, starting in kindergarten and extending through elementary school, middle school, and <a href=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/phoenix-high-school\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">high school<\/a> all in one campus.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Name<\/strong>: ASU Prep Phoenix Middle School<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Address<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/NwDowYpUyhKBdYs66\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">735 E Fillmore St, Phoenix, AZ 85006<\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Contact Number<\/strong>: 602-496-3100<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Website<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/phoenix-middle-school\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/phoenix-middle-school<\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"h-2-asu-prep-academy-south-phoenix-intermediate\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. ASU Prep Academy South Phoenix Intermediate<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-159841\" src=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/interactive-learning-for-middle-schoolers-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"ASU Prep South Phoenix Intermediate students\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p> <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/south-phoenix-middle-high\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ASU Preparatory Academy South Phoenix Intermediate School<\/a>, a tuition-free public charter school, is an ideal middle school choice, offering a personalized path to college and career success in a multicultural community. ASU Prep South Phoenix provides continuity of exceptional education, Pre\u2013K through grade 12.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>A rigorous curriculum allows learners to work at their own pace, developing critical thinking and social-emotional skills through relevant projects and real-world activities. Students at ASU Prep South Phoenix can earn high school credit in middle school. Once entering high school, they have the opportunity to take <a href=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/asu-charter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Arizona State University courses<\/a> for credit at no cost to them. This allows students to explore college majors and earn university credit, reducing both time and cost toward their future degrees.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>ASU Prep South Phoenix Intermediate features small class sizes, and a <a href=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/student-support\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">supportive environment<\/a> with a community-focused approach to education. There are several student clubs, including: Student Government, Yearbook, Robotics, and Marketing. Students also have paid internship opportunities through Chicanos Por La Causa.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Family involvement is encouraged, including ASU Prep <a href=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/south-phoenix-middle-high\/news\/dia-de-los-muertos-event-celebrates-the-magic-of-tradition-and-community\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">community events<\/a>. Currently, students benefit from a <a href=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/south-phoenix-middle-high\/news\/neighbors-nurturing-community-bonds-asu-prep-south-phoenix-and-the-kroc-center\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">special partnership<\/a> with The Salvation Army Kroc Center Phoenix, reinforcing the community\u2019s dedication to holistic student development.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Overall, ASU Prep South Phoenix’s mission to make academic dreams a reality, combined with its comprehensive educational approach and community-focused initiatives, makes it the ideal destination for students aspiring to achieve academic and career success.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Name<\/strong>: ASU Prep South Phoenix Intermediate\/High School<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Address<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/MYq3ywuFtxaU9uB97\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4445 S 12th St, Phoenix, AZ 85040<\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Contact Number<\/strong>: 602-842-1722<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Website<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/south-phoenix-middle-high\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/south-phoenix-middle-high<\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"h-3-basis-phoenix\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Basis Phoenix<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-159842\" src=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/middle-school-academic-excellence-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"BASIS Phoenix Middle School students in hallway\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p> <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>BASIS Phoenix Middle School, a tuition-free public charter school, serves students in grades 6-12 and is part of the globally recognized BASIS Charter Schools network. BASIS Phoenix Middle School aims to empower students to achieve at globally competitive levels and foster a love of learning, natural curiosity, and a desire to excel.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Established in 1998, BASIS charter schools have consistently been named among the top schools in the nation, with 10 of the top 20 charter high schools in the U.S according to <em>U.S. News & World Report<\/em> 2023 rankings.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The school offers a transformative K\u201312 academic program that combines a STEM-infused, liberal arts curriculum designed to cultivate critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and creativity.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The middle school curriculum progressively moves students toward a greater understanding of fundamental concepts in each subject, with classes led by knowledgeable Subject Expert Teachers. Students are exposed to advanced material typically taught in high school. By grade 8, students are mastering complex concepts, taking responsibility for their educational goals, and focusing on their post-BASIS future. The curriculum prepares them for a variety of Advanced Placement exams.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Beyond academics, BASIS Phoenix Middle School offers a range of extracurricular activities, including sports teams that have won state championships, and a highly awarded Speech & Debate team. These activities enhance the learning experience, providing opportunities for enrichment, socialization, and achievement beyond the classroom.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>To learn more about BASIS Phoenix Middle School, please <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/BASISPhoenix\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">visit their Facebook<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"h-4-great-hearts-academies-archway-chandler\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Great Hearts Academies – Archway Chandler<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-159843\" src=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/inclusive-middle-school-culture-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Great Hearts Academies - Archway Chandler students\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p> <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Located in the thriving city of Chandler, Great Hearts Academies – Archway Chandler is a state-chartered, tuition-free public school committed to delivering a comprehensive liberal arts education, grounded in the rich traditions of Western Civilization.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Great Hearts Academies – Archway Chandler offers a college preparatory experience, marked by a dynamic and rigorous curriculum that prepares students for success in higher education and beyond.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The curriculum is a tapestry of the liberal arts and sciences, designed to challenge and inspire students in grades 6\u201312. Classical education aims to cultivate the minds and hearts of students through the pursuit of Truth, Goodness, and Beauty.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>A Great Hearts education prepares students to be more than just proficient test takers, but rather, to become great-hearted leaders capable of success throughout their higher education and professional careers.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Great Hearts Academies schools, including Archway Chandler, are often highly rated, indicating a strong academic program and positive community feedback.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>To learn more about Great Hearts Academies – Archway Chandler, please <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ChandlerPrep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">visit their Facebook<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"h-5-madison-traditional-academy\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Madison Traditional Academy<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-159844\" src=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/stem-programs-in-phoenix-middle-schools-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Madison Traditional Academy trophy\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p> <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Madison Traditional Academy, named one of U.S. News Best Middle Schools in Arizona, is the only preschool through 8th grade school in the Madison School District. Their motto is \u201cInspiring Passion for Learning and Leading in an Ever-Changing World.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>With a focus on academic excellence, character development, and a supportive community, the school provides a well-rounded education that prepares students for success.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>All grade levels receive math instruction at a one year accelerated level and a nurturing environment fosters a strong foundation for students’ future endeavors.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Additionally, the school’s commitment to personalized learning and extracurricular opportunities ensures a comprehensive educational experience. Signature Programs allow students to develop their talents and explore new opportunities in addition to their regular academic classes. This helps students become more engaged in their classes and have a more rounded educational experience. Programs include International Baccalaureate, Gifted, Spanish Immersion, and STEAM.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Families must meet the behavior, attendance, and family volunteer requirement to continue enrollment each year.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>To learn more about Madison Traditional Academy, please <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/MadisonAZMTA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">visit their Facebook<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"h-6-adams-traditional-academy\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Adams Traditional Academy<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-159845\" src=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/phoenix-arizona-middle-school-campus-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Arizona State Champions Flag Football\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p> <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Adams Traditional Academy, a public charter school in north Phoenix, offers a traditional back-to-basics education for students in kindergarten through 8th grade.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The school’s philosophy, safe environment, and commitment to academic excellence create a strong foundation for student success.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Rigorous curriculum goes beyond state standards, featuring Core Knowledge, Spalding Integrated Language Arts, Singapore Math, Excellence in Writing, and Latin programs, as well as a robust science lab component.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The school received an “A” rating from the Arizona Department of Education, recognizing the expertise of its teachers and the students’ success.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The school\u2019s mission is to provide students with a solid knowledge foundation, foster critical thinking, and develop good citizenship and leadership skills.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Emphasizing academic excellence, individualized attention, and a focus on developing future leaders, Adams Traditional Academy offers a compelling educational experience for families seeking a nurturing and academically enriching environment for their children.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>To learn more about Adams Traditional Academy, please <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/atachoice\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">visit their Facebook<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"h-7-sonoran-foothills-school\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Sonoran Foothills School<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-159846\" src=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/best-phoenix-middle-school-education-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Sonorans Foothills School students\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p> <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Sonoran Foothills School, a K-8 Deer Valley public school is committed to creating a challenging and supportive learning environment through engaging instruction tailored to individual differences.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>According to U.S. News & World Report, Sonoran Foothills School is ranked #18 for middle schools based on state test scores. Maintaining a favorable student-teacher ratio of 18 to 1, Sonoran Foothills School ranks better than most elementary schools in Arizona, highlighting its dedication to providing quality education.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Sonoran Foothills School offers a wide range of activities for its students, including Athletics, Band, Chorus, National Junior Honor Society, Reptile Club, Robotics, and Student Council. Chief Science Officers are dedicated to igniting new opportunities in STEM and innovation. These activities cater to different interests and provide students with opportunities for personal growth, skill development, and community involvement.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Additionally, Sonoran Foothills School students are engaged in STEM initiatives, coding, and teacher resources further enrich the educational experience for students.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>To learn more about Sonoran Foothills School, please <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/BobcatsSf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">visit their Facebook<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"h-8-reid-traditional-school-valley-academy\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Reid Traditional School Valley Academy<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-159847\" src=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/college-prep-middle-school-education-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Reid Traditional School Valley Academy students and faculty\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p> <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Valley Academy, a tuition-free public charter school within the Reid Traditional Schools family, offers an accelerated back-to-basics, traditional education for students in Kindergarten through 8th grade. The school has consistently ranked among the best in Arizona, reflecting its commitment to academic excellence and student success.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The school\u2019s traditional education provides a challenging, sequential, teacher-directed, standards-based, textbook-driven curriculum supported by individual accountability and high academic and behavioral standards.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Valley Academy’s comprehensive middle school program serves as the capstone of a nine-year course of study, emphasizing a challenging and enriching educational experience for students. The curriculum focuses on language arts, reading, and math, providing a strong foundation for further academic pursuits. Additionally, the school offers various before- and after-school programs, fostering student enrichment and development.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The school provides varied activities and clubs, including Athletics, Band, Chorus, National Junior Honor Society, Reptile Club, Robotics, and Student Council, contributing to a well-rounded educational experience and personal growth for students.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The faculty and staff at Reid Traditional Schools are dedicated to personalized education, utilizing student data to promote growth and success. Valley Academy’s structured curriculum and nurturing environment further enhance its reputation for academic excellence and holistic student development.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>To learn more about Reid Traditional School Valley Academy, please <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ReidTraditionalSchools\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">visit their Facebook<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"h-9-stetson-hills-school\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Stetson Hills School<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-159848\" src=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/personalized-middle-school-curriculum-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Stetson Hills School building\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p> <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Stetson Hills School, a Deer Valley public school, offers a top-rated comprehensive middle school program for students in grades 6\u20138, focusing on academic excellence and holistic student development. The school has been recognized for its outstanding academic performance, ranking #23 among Arizona middle schools.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>With a strong dedication to student success, the program creates a nurturing and conducive learning environment for students to excel both academically and personally.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The school’s commitment to academic excellence and student well-being is further highlighted by accolades such as the A+ School of Excellence award. Furthermore, the school’s vision focuses on creating a community of lifelong learners, while its mission is to provide extraordinary educational opportunities to every learner.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Stetson Hills School’s philosophy underscores the importance of an excelling staff, successful students taking responsibility for their learning, a collaborative community involving families and community partnerships, and an embracing school culture that values all individuals and promotes good character.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Stetson Hills School provides a variety of extracurricular activities like Athletics, Choir, Student Council, Band, and National Junior Honor Society, as well as before- and after-school programs.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>To learn more about Stetson Hills Schools, please <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/stetsonhillsschool\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">visit their Instagram<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"h-10-union-park-school\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Union Park School<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-159849\" src=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/middle-school-community-events-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Union Park School students at book fair\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p> <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Union Park School’s middle school program is committed to fostering a supportive and culturally aware environment, placing a special emphasis on Spanish language literacy and cultural awareness. As the first school in the Deer Valley Unified School District to offer a Spanish Immersion program, students have the unique opportunity to earn high school credits during their middle school years, with the option to take Spanish 1-2H.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The school’s commitment to nurturing academic achievement is further demonstrated through its Renaissance program, which aims to boost student performance and acknowledge academic accomplishments.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>In addition to its academic focus, Union Park School offers various extracurricular programs like Athletics, Choir, Student Council, Band, and National Junior Honor Society. The school emphasizes academic success, physical fitness, character development, discipline, and good sportsmanship.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Furthermore, the school’s middle school program reflects a dedication to providing a well-rounded education that not only emphasizes academic excellence but also encourages cultural awareness and multiculturalism.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The school anticipates rapid growth due to the ongoing development of new homes and apartments in the surrounding area.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>To learn more about Union Park School, please <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/UnionParkSchool\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">visit their Facebook<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 id=\"h-comparing-top-rated-phoenix-middle-schools\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Comparing top-rated Phoenix middle schools?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/phoenix-middle-school\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ASU Prep Phoenix Middle School<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/asuprep.asu.edu\/south-phoenix-middle-high\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ASU Prep South Phoenix Intermediate<\/a> are tuition-free public middle schools offering personalized paths to college and career success.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>We believe all students can achieve success at the highest levels, and it\u2019s why our education is personalized, project-based, and delivered at a pace that meets students where they are. 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