AZ Philosophy,
Mission Statement and History
The AZ Difference
Campus and Directions
Staff
 
Inside AZ Academy
The AZ Difference

What do you expect from your child’s education?

  • Class sizes limited to 10 students per class through 6th grade so your child receives more individual attention?
  • A family atmosphere focused on educating the whole child so that each child reaches his or her potential?
  • A strong level of communication between school and home so that you are informed?
  • Quality college-preparatory instruction based solid principles that work so your child really learns?
  • Respect for the individual learner and unique learning styles so that each child can succeed in school?

We provide all of this and more at AZ Academy!

Here is what our staff has
to say about the AZ difference…

  

 

“Each student has a unique way of learning, and this uniqueness is capitalized upon in our small group instructional program. The end result is that each student has healthy self-esteem and the confidence to succeed in all that they endeavor to achieve. We are dedicated to developing the genius in every child.”

Paula Heller
Director

  
 

 

"Having eight students in my classroom gives me the time to work with each child individually every day. I love teaching a lesson and then visiting with each student to check their understanding. I know that it benefits my students tremendously."

Leslie Cramer
2nd Grade Teacher

 
 

 

“Reading skills are a priority at AZ Academy, and we recognize that one of the best ways to improve reading skills is to dedicate more time to on-task reading. Therefore, we not only have a traditional language arts program, but we also have a reading block in the afternoon for leisure reading to develop life-long habits.”

Berlina Wallace
3rd Grade Teacher

  
 

 

“In today's world it is important that we educate students about the environment and our relationship to it. St. Croix is a perfect setting for teaching these environmental lessons that will impact the future for us all.”

Lisa Vaughan
3rd and 4th Grade Science Teacher

 
 

 
“Each student has natural strengths and it is my job to recognize and nurture these personal assets. As the Director of Student Services, I
meet with teachers, families, and students to explore ways to bring out the best in each student.”

Tanja McPherson,
Former Director of Student Service

  
 

 
“All children need structure, but they also need freedom to explore their world. Learning is about constructing meaning and making connections, and our program is designed to support the development of these skills.”

MiKacey Redwine
Kindergarten Teacher

  
 

 
“Educating the whole child is the key to helping each child reach their full potential. At AZ Academy we have developed a curriculum that address the intellectual, social, emotional, and physical needs of our students.”

Mauree Heller
Co-Director

 

  

 


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