Desert Shadows Montessori, Mesa:
Desert Shadows Montessori, located in Mesa, Maricopa County, Arizona, is a private preschool providing a Montessori environment for children 2.5 years old through kindergarten for over 20 years. Desert Shadows Montessori was founded in 1988 by Eileen Shea. In 2002, her daughter, Pat Shea Barton took over as director. We are dedicated to following each child-- to serve each child's needs in a Montessori environment. Desert Shadows serves about 40 families each year.

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Our Approach:

- Multi-age:
Children 2.5 years through kindergarten experience the same environment, together. This allows for children to develop at their own pace. Younger children can observe older children's work and lessons.

- Self-guided:
Children in our Montessori classroom choose what they would like to do during the day. They also choose how long they would like to spend on each activity or "work."

- Individuality:
The materials in the classroom are presented indiviually to children. Materials are designed to be self-correcting and interesting to children while extending concentration.

Children's house:
The classroom is designed to be a children's house. Children are full participants in maintaining the classroom. This also means that if a group of children is fascinated by a topic, we will take the time to explore the topic more fully.

Faculty:
Director, Ms. Pat Shea Barton has a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from Northwestern University. She also holds a Masters of Arts in Information Research and Library Science from the University of Arizona and a Masters of Arts in Education from Ottawa University.
Ms. Pat is adjunct faculty at South Mountain Community College where she teaches in the Montessori teacher training program. She has also participated in the Governor's Emergent Leaders Program.

Miss Kari is a Montessori Early Childhood teacher and has been at Desert Shadows for 5 years. She also is a Suzuki trained music instructor. Miss Kari directs the toddler community. She is completing her student teaching portion of the infant/toddler training through MECA Seton training Center outside of Chicago.

Montessori Preschool for 2.5 year olds through Kindergarten:

- Montessori preschool for 2.5 year olds to kindergarten
- Parent Baby Class
- Toddler Program
- Family Yoga Nights
- Family Gathering
- Art Classes for Children
- Suzuki Violin Classes for Toddlers

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Address: 6709 E. University Dr., Mesa, Arizona , USA

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Blessed Pope John XXIII Roman Catholic School, Scottsdale

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Located just north of Phoenix in Scottsdale, Maricopa County, Arizona, Blessed Pope John XXIII Roman Catholic School is a private co-eductaional Catholic school for grades kindergarten through 8th grade. Pope John XXIII School is the largest Catholic K-8 elementary school in Arizona.

PJXXIII has a solid academic program including instruction in mathematics, Language Arts, science, social studies, computers, physical education, Spanish, and an integrated Fine Arts program. We also offer before and after school care, an explorers program with research-based assessments, progress monitoring, enrichment with topics of interest and a technology program.

Blessed Pope John XXIII Roman Catholic School Community is a partnership of parents, students, staff and parish communities that nurtures the growth of the whole child in a Catholic faith-based education in a challenging academic environment. PJXXIII is accredited through the North Central Association and the Western Catholic Educational Association. On average, students score above average on the standard Iowa tests. Over 90% of PJXXIII 8th grade students go on to Catholic preparatory high schools.

Co-Ed Programs from Kindergarten Through 8th Grade:

- Challenging academic program including mathematics, Language Arts, science, social studies, computers, physical education, Spanish, and an integrated Fine Arts program
- Before and After School Extended Care
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- Explorers Program with research-based assessments, progress monitoring
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BrightSky Academy

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BrightSky Academy is an academically-focused private preschool in Glendale in Maricopa County, AZ, approximately 9 miles north-west of Downtown Phoenix. We offer a curriculum based program with a mission to provide your child with a solid foundation for a successful transition into kindergarten and beyond. We have four age groups at BrightSky Academy including toddler, young beginner, preschooler, and pre-kindergarten.

At BrightSky Academy, we offer the very best learning environment for preschool-age children. Our excelling preschool program lays the foundation for knowledge, social skills and confidence, paving the way for successes throughout their school years.

Our teachers plan and develop activities that are important to early learning experiences. We purpose to instill a love of learning in our children and a sense of achievement in their classroom and we believe children learn best when we incorporate play into our learning concepts.

We strive to engage children through play activities while practicing and developing social skills. We observe and record children's progress and partner with parents to provide the best learning environment for your child's development.

Preschool programs include:

- Toddler program
- Young Beginner program
- Preschooler program
- Pre-Kindergarten program

* A quality, academically focused preschool curriculum

* Regardless of your child’s age, BrightSky is a safe and culturally sensitive environment where children learn, grow and achieve the skills needed to transition to kindergarten and beyond

* Through fun and play children are often unaware of absorbing educational concepts

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Stage Dreams Youth Theater, Phoenix

Courses / Programs

Stage Dreams Youth Theater is a fun, family-centered and nurturing educational theater program providing K-12 students with the opportunity to learn theatrical skills. Classes are held in convenient areas in the North West Valley of Phoenix, AZ. We provide Stage classes, Acting lessons, Voice Training, Theater Performance classes, and more. Our programs are designed so that kids can explore and develop their theatrical talents while maintaining a well-balanced family and academic life.

Stage Dreams provides a fun, safe and creative setting for children to create theater. Kids will have the opportunity to learn skills and have professional theater experience. To help them succeed, we provide high-quality expert instruction and support.

Family-Centered Educational Theater Programs for K-12th Grade Children:

Dream Classes (K-12 Students learn a musical production)
- 2 hours per week for 14 weeks
- 2 performances in the Glendale College Theater

Stage Classes (developing theater skills such as acting, singing, and dancing)
- Voice / Vocal Training Classes (6-weeks)
- "Actor’s Toolkit" Acting Classes (6-weeks)

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Raising Arizona Preschool

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Raising Arizona Preschool has two dedicated locations in Glendale AZ. We provide early childhood education programs for children ages 1-5 as well as a Summer Camp for children ages 5-12.

We consider it our great privilege to teach the children of America. Our preschools are built to inspire and develop future leaders. We believe, learning is not about filling an empty vessel, but about kindling a fire within a young mind. We believe that children do not care what you know, until they know that you care about them

Early Childhood Education Programs:

- One Year Olds
- Two Year Olds
- Three to Four Year Olds
- Bengindergarten (Pre-K, 4-5 Year Olds)
- Summer Camp (ages 5-12)

By providing children with a creative, stimulating environment – we encourage your child’s imagination while maintaining the high level of care and support you expect.

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All Saints' Episcopal Day School

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All Saints’ Episcopal Day School is a private, independent school located on North Central Avenue in Phoenix, Maricopa County (just 1.5 miles north of Camelback Road). We offer education programs for pre-kindergarten through to 8th grade in our lower and middle schools.

We are accredited by the Independent School Association of the Southwest and are a member of the National Association of Independent Schools, the National Association of Episcopal Schools and the Council for Spiritual and Ethical Education.

Our school has a distinguished history of offering academic excellence, comprehensive fine arts, and competitive sports, along with an emphasis on spiritual growth and community service. We cater for 502 students in the school. Our 2010 graduates were accepted at all schools to which they applied.

We offer an education that combines our academic excellence with an inclusive religious foundation that emphasizes love and respect. Since 1963, All Saints' students have been encouraged to realize their highest potential as lifelong learners, artists, athletes, and leaders of the future.

Lower School:
- Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3 & Grade 4

Middle School:
- Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7 & Grade 8

Subjects include: Humanities, Electives, Language Arts, Math, P.E. and Athletics, Religion and Life Skills, Science, Social Science, Spanish, Technology, Visual and Performing Arts.

Additionally:
Extended Care / Study Hall Program and Summer Camp Program

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Seton Catholic Preparatory High School

Courses / Programs

Seton Catholic Preparatory School is a private co-educational high school located southeast of Phoenix in Chandler, Maricopa County, Arizona and offers a college preparatory curriculum with advanced and honors courses as well as college prep SAT and ACT for grades 9-12. Accredited through North Central Association (NCA) and Western Catholic Education Association (WCEA), Seton Catholic High School provides a college preparatory education with graduation requirements that meet or exceed college entrance criteria.

Ninety-nine percent of graduating seniors continue their education, many with college credits already earned through Advanced Placement courses. Each year the student body includes several National Merit Finalists and the average test scores for Seton Catholic graduates consistently exceed the overall average scores of college-bound Arizona students.

Co-Educational High School Programs (Grades 9-12)

- College Preparatory Curriculum with English, science, math, history, psychology, economics, electives and P.E.

- Advanced Placement Courses

- Honors Courses

- College Prep Courses SAT and ACT

- Summer School

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