ACADEMICS / ALTERNATIVE 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
https://www.azed.gov/

College Prep Boarding Schools

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

Verde Valley School
Sedona 928-284-2272
https://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 education service agency:

County Education Service Agencies

Gila County Superintendent of Schools
1400 E. Ash Street
Globe 928-402-8784
https://www.gilacountyaz.gov/government/school_superintendent/index.php

Navajo County Superintendent of Schools
100 East Code Talkers Drive
Holbrook 928-524-4204
Show Low 928-532-6005
https://navajocountyaz.gov/Departments/Superintendent-of-Schools

Additional Home-School Resources

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

National Home Education Research Institute
503-364-1490
https://www.nheri.org/