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Flagstaff Academy Program Overview
Flagstaff Academy is a K–8 public charter school with a mission to provide a science-focused, liberal arts curriculum that promotes excellence, teamwork, respect and a lifelong love of learning. Throughout the educational continuum, Flagstaff Academy will provide an integrated and challenging curriculum based upon the Core Knowledge curricular sequence. The elementary and middle school programs have been developed to progressively build each student’s foundation of knowledge and to prepare the students for success at the next level.
Learning Environment
Preparing students to flourish in an increasingly complex world becomes more challenging every day. Flagstaff Academy is committed to providing access to all students who desire a rigorous, college-preparatory public education. We believe that all motivated students can succeed and become thoughtful and responsible citizens. To that end, Flagstaff Academy provides an inclusive learning environment where students from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds are welcomed, respected, and academically challenged.
Curriculum Highlights
- Core Knowledge-based
- Extended focus on science exploration, mathematics and technology
- Hands-on Science Lab
- 5-7 computers in each classroom
- Art, Music, Physical Education
- Spanish (starting in 4th grade)
- Special Education, Gifted/Talented offerings
Ability Grouping
A key feature of our school is the use of ability grouping in which students at the same levels are grouped together to meet high expectations and achieve a sense of success within the classroom. We provide ability grouping in the areas of literacy and math and students are grouped according to their level in each of these areas separately. The goal is to provide focus on the individual learner and to group students according to subject mastery rather than grade classification or age. Ongoing assessment is provided to ensure students are appropriately grouped.
Special Programs and Opportunities
Our Culture
High expectations are an important part of the Flagstaff Academy culture.
Students are encouraged to work hard as they strive to achieve their full
academic and personal potential. Enthusiastic teachers promote excited
learners in a safe, healthy and respectful environment. Parents are expected to become actively involved with their children's education and to work closely
with teachers and administrators in support of the curriculum.
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