Our Mission
Our Mission, Vision, & Goals
A High School Tailored to Your Life
At our high school, we understand that life doesn’t always fit neatly into a schedule. That’s why we’ve designed our educational experience to provide students with the flexibility they need to learn at their own pace, on their own time.
North Star High Schools stand out as premier alternative high schools dedicated to supporting students who need to catch up on credits. Our unique approach combines a robust core curriculum with cutting-edge technology, setting the stage for both college and career readiness. By prioritizing personalized learning paths, we ensure that every student has the opportunity to succeed in a rapidly changing world
Mission Statement
At Arizona Preparatory Academy, we redefine the high school experience to align with the unique lifestyles and learning needs of our students. Recognizing the diverse paths to success, our academy offers a flexible educational model that allows students to engage with their studies on a schedule that works for them. Our mission is to provide a nurturing and dynamic learning environment that empowers students to catch up on credits, embrace technology, and develop the foundational skills necessary for future career and college achievements. By integrating core academic principles with innovative technological solutions, Arizona Preparatory Academy stands as a beacon for students seeking an alternative route to high school completion and beyond.
Vision Statement
The vision of Arizona Preparatory Academy extends beyond traditional academic metrics to encompass a holistic approach to high academic achievement for every student. We envision a future where all students, regardless of their past educational challenges, can access a safe, supportive, and technologically advanced learning environment. Our commitment is to foster resilience, adaptability, and intellectual curiosity, preparing our students to navigate the complexities of a rapidly evolving global society. In doing so, Arizona Preparatory Academy aims to be at the forefront of education, equipping students with the skills, knowledge, and mindset needed to excel in their chosen paths, whether in higher education, the workforce, or beyond. Together, we are creating a future where every student is empowered to make informed choices and meet the challenges of tomorrow with confidence and competence.
Our mission strives to achieve a strict set of goals in the most ethical way possible. These include:
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Creation of a safe, secure, and orderly campus where students thrive
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High academic achievement for all learners
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Help student who are behind in credits
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Continuous improvement, creativity, and innovations to enable us to respond to the diverse and changing needs of our students and community
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Active partnerships with other educators and parents to develop responsible citizens and ensure high academic success
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Modeling the attributes of integrity, self-discipline, perseverance, honesty, and respect for other people and environment
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Ensuring that students meet or exceed the academic standards set forth by the State of Arizona and North Star.
What Arizona Preparatory Academy Does
Arizona Preparatory Academy is not just your traditional charter school, but one that is flexible and adaptive in ensuring your student gets the education they need. Not only do we offer traditional classroom lessons, but blended in-school online classes, and full-time online too!
There are a variety of programs at our disposal for aiding youths. Exceptional Student Services, Child Find, Credit Recovery, and Dropout Prevention and Recovery are all geared to helping identify your student’s greatest needs on their path to success and even help set said path. We offer challenging courses through the GATE program, which aids in the growth of gifted students in core areas.
Arizona Preparatory Academy also offers aid through the McKinney-Vento program, which provides a homeless liaison and other needs for displaced and homeless youth. Everyone deserves a proper education, no matter how terrible things may seem!
With over three hundred courses to choose from, there’s nothing your student can’t aspire to be! Everything we offer is part of the Edgenuity learning system and is 100% aligned with Arizona Common Core Standards.
Arizona Prearatory Academy Goals
Arizona Preparatory Academy aims to deliver these opportunities needed to move forward and succeed in life. No matter who you are, we can help. We offer quality high school programs to students from all walks of life, with many dreams. It is our goal to be the absolute best an Arizona non-profit charter high school can be!
Arizona Preparatory Academy is an Arizona nonprofit charter school focused on helping students who have had difficulties along their path to graduation. Our classes and staff are designed to help students behind in credits, who want to graduate early, need a flexible schedule to help balance school, work, and home life. Each of our teacher provide a unique sense of culture, quality and prospective.
Our teachers are some of the friendliest, kindest, and most compassionate groups of people you’ll meet. Talk with us and you’ll know exactly what your teen is in for people that are invested and want nothing but the best for them.
The vision of Arizona Preparatory Academy is one of high academic achievement for all students. We aspire to provide a safe learning environment while doing so and to equip students for the choices and challenges of living and working in an ever-changing, fast-paced, technological society.
