Middle School Student Council Is Now in Session

Making friends in middle school can sometimes be awkward. Enter the ASU Prep Digital Middle School Student Council, recently formed to make things a little easier.   Social studies teacher April Hale saw a need for students to make connections with their peers, so after careful thought and with the support of Principal Toya Abrams, she started the Middle School Student Council. The initial members came from a defunct camaraderie club, which was lucky in that they already shared the similar goal of friendship. Ms. Hale also invited some of her...
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Help Us Celebrate Our 2023 Teacher of the Year Nominees

At ASU Preparatory Academy, we recognize excellence in teaching, and want to thank all teachers for their skill, knowledge, and dedication to the profession. We are thrilled to announce the nominees selected for ASU Preparatory Academy’s 2023 Teacher of the Year. Meet our exemplary educators:   Guadalupe Diaz ASU Prep...
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Cheers to Our 2023 Staff Member of the Year Nominees

On behalf of ASU Preparatory Academy, we want to recognize our outstanding education support personnel for their significant contributions to our school and students. Meet our incredible 2023 Staff Member of the Year nominees:   Mollie Patten, Learning Success Coach ASU Prep Digital  Mollie Patten is a Learning Success Coach...
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ASU Preparatory Academy’s Innovative People, Programs Earn High Honors at 2023 Edtech Awards

ASU Prep Leaders and Tech Programs Receive Recognition Across Three Categories, Including Prestigious Designation as Winning School Leader TEMPE, Ariz. (April 11, 2023) –  A forward-thinking, innovative approach to education is once again earning accolades for ASU Preparatory Academy and its leadership team. At the annual EdTech Awards, ASU Prep...
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Designing the New American High School

“How can we design a national research and development center and amass evidence on innovations, best practices, and policies to support schools and states that want to retool or restart their high schools?” This is the question Sean Leahy of “The Learning Futures” podcast recently asked to a panel of...
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Equipping Students for Future Success

With spring break in the rearview mirror, students and educators know that “destination summer” is just ahead. And for many, that anticipation causes a slight slowdown as it’s not uncommon for students to lose focus and motivation at the end of the year. How can you help your students finish...
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ASU Microschools Provide Possibilities

Microschools, a learning model often referred to as a cross between homeschool and private school education, is the result of rethinking the traditional educational model to better prepare children for the future. With a passion to create flexible school program alternatives that offer high student engagement and inclusion, ASU Prep...
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