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Looking for a different kind of high school?

Rediscover the joy of learning

A tuition-free high school for students who want more. ASU Prep Tempe powered by The Levitt Lab helps Arizona students nurture their curiosity, think critically, act boldly and lead confidently in high school and beyond.

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Why families choose ASU Prep Tempe Levitt Lab

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Powerful, real-life learning, focused on the future

Amy McGrath
This collaboration with The Levitt Lab represents the future of education. We’re excited to offer an educational experience that inspires curiosity, independence and a passion for lifelong learning."
— Amy McGrath, Executive Director of ASU Preparatory Academy
Steve Levitt
We’ve reimagined what high school can be. This is more than a program; it’s a revolution in learning."
— Steve Levitt, renowned economist, Freakonomics co-author and Founder of The Levitt Lab

Who is the right fit for this high school?

ASU Prep Tempe powered by The Levitt Lab is for the thinkers, the doers and the dreamers. This high school experience is designed for students who want to take charge of their education and see school as a place to grow, explore and discover, not just complete assignments.

Students who thrive here are:
  • Curious and inquisitive:
    They love to learn, ask big questions and feel bored in traditional schools. They seek deeper intellectual engagement and hands-on opportunities.
  • Driven and self-motivated:
    They’re eager to take ownership of their learning, moving at their own pace to dive into topics that excite them.
  • Collaborative and open-minded:
    They value diverse perspectives, engage in respectful discussions and see differing viewpoints as opportunities for growth and understanding.
  • Creative and bold:
    They think outside the box, connect ideas in innovative ways and are unafraid to explore the unknown.

Our unique instructional model

Learning method
Definition
Primary purpose
Student benefits

The Core

Personalized, interactive learning through your laptop

To develop mastery of core principles

  • Foundational knowledge required for lifelong learning
  • Self-discipline

Wonder Sessions

Entertaining, active demonstrations of mysterious phenomena

To solicit wonder in students and ignite their desire to learn

  • Revelations about how the world works
  • Curiosity

IDEs (In-Depth Explorations)

Student-led productions (art, media, presentations, etc.)

To exhibit students’ deep understanding across topics

  • Practice at creating new content for the world
  • Creativity

Seminar

Socratic discussions of difficult issues facing society

To teach students to develop and respectfully defend their points of view

  • Critical thinking on complex issues
  • Confidence and compassion