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Arrowhead Christian Academy: Arrowhead Christian Academy (ACA), located in Glendale, Arizona (near the Phoenix city line), is a private K-12 school offering Bible-based training to all students. Our purpose is to offer a Biblically based education preparing the students to serve the Lord in the ministry or in a career of His leading. ACA was founded in 2000 with the prayer that God would use the school to raise up young people that will serve the Lord Jesus Christ.
Curriculum: It is our desire of ACA to provide the best curriculum in each subject and each grade that we possibly can, geared toward the average to above-average student. Curriculum is evaluated yearly and may require occasional changes in textbooks. We appreciate your flexibility in this matter as we strive for excellence in all areas. Book and curriculum lists are available in the office. Textbooks rented from ACA must be covered. No extra writing is allowed on book covers. For the sake of uniformity, the King James Version of the Bible is used in the classroom and chapels. Curriculum and Classroom: Curriculum and classroom instruction is designed to promote and develop a Biblical world view. We currently use curriculum from Bob Jones University Press, A Beka, and other publishers. Curriculum is routinely evaluated. Promotion and Retention: All decisions regarding promotion/retention rest with the administration for students in kindergarten through twelfth grade.Failing grades in core academic subjects (Bible, English, math, science, history, reading/phonics) must be made up in approved summer school courses before a student will pass to the next grade. We provide a comprehensive K-12 curriculum that includes: Science: Science is taught from a literal six day creation/young earth view. Students will be exposed to other theories of origins as theories.
Physical Education: A consistent physical education program is offered for students in third through twelfth grade. Students are encouraged to work hard and accept the challenges of physical activity because many valuable life-long lessons can be learned through athletics.
Interscholastic Sports: Interscholastic sports provide a unique opportunity for both godly character development as well as athletic progress in the lives of our students. Participation in such activities is a privilege and is subject to school guidelines.
Music Program: Arrowhead Christian Academy's growing music program will work to develop an appreciation for God-honoring music as well as the skills to participate in the ministry of music. Other Programs include: - English/Speech - History - Math - Foreign Language - Bible - Fine Arts - Electives
Young Rembrandts is a nationwide franchise offering art and drawing classes and theme camps to children from 3-12 at various preschools, elementary schools and community locations throughout the US. In Arizona, our program is available in schools in central-northeast Phoenix, Mesa, Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, southeast Pheonix, Chandler, Gilbert, Tempe, West Valley Phoenix Metro, Alhambra, Cartwright, Deer Valley and Tucson.
Young Rembrandts is the art program with a difference. We view art not merely as a talent, but as a skill that can - and should - be learned by all children. Young Rembrandts teaches the drawing skills children need. Our original curriculum introduces concrete ideas and techniques that enlarge and enrich their visual vocabularies, their imaginations and their minds.
Young Rembrandts' remarkable curriculum is developed by a team of educators, artists, art historians and experienced instructors.
Art and Drawing Classes for Children Ages 3-12:
- Preschool Program
- Elementary Program
- Cartoon Program
- Themed Drawing Camps
- Classes take place at schools throughout central-northeast Phoenix, Mesa, Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, southeast Pheonix, Chandler, Gilbert, Tempe, West Valley Phoenix Metro, Alhambra, Cartwright, Deer Valley and Tucson
- Our high-quality lesson plans combine subjects of interest to children, with art concepts and techniques.
Saint Mary's High School is a private, Catholic, co-educational high school serving the greater Phoenix area in Maricopa County, Arizona. It is a multicultural, centrally-located college preparatory school that offers a traditional setting with a primary emphasis on the spiritual, academic, social, and personal growth of each student. Special attention is given to all types of learners with an emphasis placed on students preparing for a college / university post-secondary experience.
The mission of Saint Mary's Catholic High School is to prepare students for a life of virtue, forming them through an education in the Catholic tradition to know the truth and to love God and others. We are accredited by the Western Catholic Educational Association (WCEA).
Co-Educational Catholic High School Programs (Grades 9 - 12)
- College preparatory program
- Advanced placement (AP) courses
- Dual enrollment courses
- Honors courses
- Athletics
- The strong academics at Saint Mary's will challenge students, providing every opportunity for them to excel and pursue higher education at the college of their choice.
Scottsdale Christian Academy is a private co-educational Christian PreK-12 school located in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona. We offer early childhood, elementary, middle and high school programs with a college preparatory curriculum, advanced placement and honors courses as well as college prep PSAT, SAT and ACT.
Scottsdale Christian Academy is widely regarded as one of America’s finest Christian schools. Our goal is to produce lifelong learners. To accomplish this goal, SCA offers a balanced approach mentally, spiritually, physically, and emotionally in an effort to prepare today’s leaders for tomorrow’s challenges.
We help students acquire the skills and attitudes necessary to be lifelong learners who can achieve their educational potential. SCA provides opportunities to participate in a quality extracurricular program that includes mission activities, band, choir, drama, athletics and various clubs. SCA is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and the Association of Christian Schools International. All teachers are fully degreed and have state certification.
Christian Programs from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th Grade:
- College Preparatory Curriculum with English, math, science, social studies, world languages (French, Chinese, Spanish), computer science, fine arts, physical education
Located just north of Phoenix in Scottsdale, Maricopa County, Arizona, Camelback Desert School is a private co-educational school for preschool (from 2 years) through 8th grade. We prepare students to be academically successful, capable of transferring their knowledge and skills to new challenges, and confident in their ability to succeed. We provide programs for preschool, kindergarten, elementary and middle school children providing a challenging and well-rounded academic curriculum including literature, social studies, math, science and digital literacy.
We also offer a Spanish program, fine arts, technology and a experiential learning program with projects and field trips. We integrate subjects together so that students can understand how they apply to everyday life, and thus be better equipped for the challenges that lay before them. Our students experience how to solve problems using real world applications of math, science or lessons from history; developing a deeper appreciation for the material.
Co-Ed Programs from Preschool (2 years) Through 8th Grade:
- Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten Programs
- Elementary School
- Middle School
- Well-rounded academic curriculum including literature, social studies, math, science and digital literacy
- Spanish Program
- Fine Arts
- Technology Program
- Experiential Program with projects and field trips
Tucson Waldorf School, located in Tucson, Arizona is a private school for kids offering programs from Pre-K through to Grade 8. Our Waldorf school will cultivate clarity of thought, sensitivity of feeling, and strength of will, enabling its students to become balanced, creative human beings capable of independent human judgment. Graduates will meet the challenges of the future with compassion, courage, confidence, and innovation.
Tucson Waldorf School is a developing member of the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America (AWSNA).
Located in Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona, Valley Youth Theatre is a world-class, nationally recognized non-profit theatre. We provide classes and workshops which focus on acting technique, acting for teens, musical theatre, improvisation, story-telling and play building, audition prep, plus one-on-one instruction for children, teenager and young adults ages 3–19. These students may then participate in quality live theatre productions. For 20 years, VYT has trained young people in Arizona in all aspects of the theatre arts and the lessons of life. Our comprehensive program offers weekday and weekend classes as well as week-long workshops for performing arts students of all experience levels.
We also offer the VYT Internship Program allowing dependable, professional, and energetic teens (15+) to assist with performing arts classes and camps. VYT is an award-winning theatre, and was recently selected as "Best of Arizona Children’s Performing Arts" and received the 2008 Governor’s Arts Award for Arts in Education. Our Alumni include American Idol Jordin Sparks, Disney Channel’s Chelsea Staub, Emma Stone of The Rocker, House Bunny and Superbad fame, and Broadway Star Max Crumm.
- Theatre Arts and Acting classes for 3 - 19 year olds focusing on Acting Technique, Acting for Teens, Musical Theatre, Improvisation, Story-Telling and Play Building, Audition Prep
- Weekday and Weekend Classes
- Week-Long Workshops
- Private Tuition available
- VYT Internship Program allowing dependable, professional, and energetic teens (15+) to assist with performing arts classes and camps