ACADEMICS / PRIVATE EDUCATION

Private schools are non-public institutions that offer a variety of academic settings and alternative learning environments. While most students attend schools close to home, Arizona offers several outstanding boarding schools that provide a challenging academic program while promoting student participation in sports and outdoor activities. Special electives, field trips to other cultures, and student employment opportunities are just a few of the possible advantages. The following resources may be helpful:

Non-Public School Information
Arizona State Department of Education
Phoenix 602-542-4361
www.ade.az.gov

College Prep Boarding Schools

The Fenster School of Southern Arizona
Tucson 520-749-3340
www.fenster-school.com

Orme School & Summer Camp of Arizona
Mayer 928-632-7601
www.ormeschool.org

Verde Valley School
Sedona 928-284-2272
www.vvsaz.org

Home Schooling
Home-based education in Arizona falls under county jurisdictions. Parents who are interested in learning more about home schooling can obtain additional information or answers to specific questions from the appropriate county office:

La Paz Superintendent of Schools
1112 Joshua
Parker 928-669-6183
http://lapazschools.org

Mohave County Educational Service Center
809 East Beale
Kingman 928-753-0747
www.mcss.k12.az.us

Additional Home-School Resources

Alternative Education Resources
800-769-4171
www.educationrevolution.org

National Home Education Network
512-345-4895
www.nhen.org