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students who desire an excellent education that includes a rigorous
academic curriculum as well as opportunities to also excel in athletics
and the arts and enjoy a culture that features campus activities that
cannot be matched by anyone." Although North Pointe is one of the
largest charter schools in the State, serving Jr. High and High School
students, the class size average is still under 30 students per classroom.
Academics
High School students will continue to take 14 of their 16 core credits as
regular classes or 12 of their 16 core credits as Honors or Advanced
Placement (AP). “It’s virtually unheard of for a school our size to offer
comprehensive academic programs at both the regular and accelerated
pace,” said Principal Gow, “It allows students the choice to pursue
Honors or AP in one or more core subject areas and still progress at a
regular pace in other areas.” The Prep is expanding its free summer
academic curriculum as well as opportunities to also excel in athletics
and the arts and enjoy a culture that features campus activities that
cannot be matched by anyone." Although North Pointe is one of the
largest charter schools in the State, serving Jr. High and High School
students, the class size average is still under 30 students per classroom.
Academics
High School students will continue to take 14 of their 16 core credits as
regular classes or 12 of their 16 core credits as Honors or Advanced
Placement (AP). “It’s virtually unheard of for a school our size to offer
comprehensive academic programs at both the regular and accelerated
pace,” said Principal Gow, “It allows students the choice to pursue
Honors or AP in one or more core subject areas and still progress at a
regular pace in other areas.” The Prep is expanding its free summer
North Pointe experiences record enrollment for next year
Curriculum
High School
The Prep continues to attract High School students
who desire a challenging academic experience that
will prepare them for college. To graduate, students
must complete and receive a passing grade in 24
credits of High School course work. Transfer credit is
assessed based upon previous course content,
completion, and mastery level.
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Jr. High
Students in grades 7-8 must earn at least six credits
in order to be promoted to the next grade. Each class
is worth half a credit (.5) per semester. If a students
does not pass the same core class during both the
first and second semester, that student must pass
the class either in a summer school or in a
correspondence course in order to be promoted.
Core classes include English, Mathematics, Science,
and Social Studies.
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The Prep continues to attract High School students
who desire a challenging academic experience that
will prepare them for college. To graduate, students
must complete and receive a passing grade in 24
credits of High School course work. Transfer credit is
assessed based upon previous course content,
completion, and mastery level.
Click for more
Jr. High
Students in grades 7-8 must earn at least six credits
in order to be promoted to the next grade. Each class
is worth half a credit (.5) per semester. If a students
does not pass the same core class during both the
first and second semester, that student must pass
the class either in a summer school or in a
correspondence course in order to be promoted.
Core classes include English, Mathematics, Science,
and Social Studies.
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Choosing the Prep
North Pointe is one of only seven public high schools
in the State of Arizona accredited by the North Central
Association as a College Prep School. The Prep has
a demanding traditional academic program with a
classical emphasis that provides students a solid,
balanced education which utilizes basic time tested
knowledge and skills in history, languages, literature,
math, reading, science and the arts that become
increasingly complex throughout the course of study.
Standards are set high in the firm belief that higher
standards will lead to higher student achievement.
What makes the Prep unique
How did we do it? Why are we thriving when so many
are struggling? How do we maintain our success
year after year that includes a 615% increase in
enrollment over the past 9 nine years? What is the
secret to our success?
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What Parents say
Over 90% of North Pointe parents rated the education
their child receives at the Prep as excellent.
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Comparing the Prep to other schools
Today’s parents have access to an amazing array of
resources when searching for a school. In addition to
the traditional word-of-mouth from friends
and family, information is available online through
school websites, school report cards, and a growing
number of independent sites that claim to give
the “inside scoop.” But can you trust this information?
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Students continue to excel
State AIMS results reveal that North Pointe students
continue to excel academically. The Prep's tenth
grade writing scores were among the top in the state
with 92% of the sophomore class meeting or
exceeding the standard in writing.
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Prep named as one of America's Best
Newsweek Magazine has ranked the Prep as one of
the best High Schools in America.
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in the State of Arizona accredited by the North Central
Association as a College Prep School. The Prep has
a demanding traditional academic program with a
classical emphasis that provides students a solid,
balanced education which utilizes basic time tested
knowledge and skills in history, languages, literature,
math, reading, science and the arts that become
increasingly complex throughout the course of study.
Standards are set high in the firm belief that higher
standards will lead to higher student achievement.
What makes the Prep unique
How did we do it? Why are we thriving when so many
are struggling? How do we maintain our success
year after year that includes a 615% increase in
enrollment over the past 9 nine years? What is the
secret to our success?
Click for more
What Parents say
Over 90% of North Pointe parents rated the education
their child receives at the Prep as excellent.
Click for more
Comparing the Prep to other schools
Today’s parents have access to an amazing array of
resources when searching for a school. In addition to
the traditional word-of-mouth from friends
and family, information is available online through
school websites, school report cards, and a growing
number of independent sites that claim to give
the “inside scoop.” But can you trust this information?
Click for more
Students continue to excel
State AIMS results reveal that North Pointe students
continue to excel academically. The Prep's tenth
grade writing scores were among the top in the state
with 92% of the sophomore class meeting or
exceeding the standard in writing.
Click more
Prep named as one of America's Best
Newsweek Magazine has ranked the Prep as one of
the best High Schools in America.
Click for more
Enrollment Process
While #1 and #2 below are not required, interested
students/parents are encouraged to take the following
steps while navigating their way through the
enrollment process.
1. Tour preptv.org
Potential students will get a good idea of who the Prep
is and what's important to its administrators, faculty
and students by navigating through some of the
website's 500 pages, 60,000 photos and 700 videos.
2. Visit the Prep
The Prep offers campus tours on Tuesdays and
Thursday at 8:15-9:00 am. Tours begin at front office.
Appointments are not necessary but please arrive by
8:15 am to ensure the tour does not start without you.
3. Secure and Submit:
a) Personal Documentation
Submit the student's birth certificate, immunization
records, social security card, custody papers (if any)
and a paragraph written by the student on why he/she
wants to attend North Pointe.
b) Prior School Documentation
Submit the student's academic records (unofficial
transcript/report card), discipline records and
withdrawal form.
c) Completed Registration Packet
2011-2012 registration packet
4. Schedule a math placement test
Math classes are determined by student ability.
5. Attend an enrollment orientation
meeting
The Student Handbook, books, fees, and class
schedule will be discussed.
students/parents are encouraged to take the following
steps while navigating their way through the
enrollment process.
1. Tour preptv.org
Potential students will get a good idea of who the Prep
is and what's important to its administrators, faculty
and students by navigating through some of the
website's 500 pages, 60,000 photos and 700 videos.
2. Visit the Prep
The Prep offers campus tours on Tuesdays and
Thursday at 8:15-9:00 am. Tours begin at front office.
Appointments are not necessary but please arrive by
8:15 am to ensure the tour does not start without you.
3. Secure and Submit:
a) Personal Documentation
Submit the student's birth certificate, immunization
records, social security card, custody papers (if any)
and a paragraph written by the student on why he/she
wants to attend North Pointe.
b) Prior School Documentation
Submit the student's academic records (unofficial
transcript/report card), discipline records and
withdrawal form.
c) Completed Registration Packet
2011-2012 registration packet
4. Schedule a math placement test
Math classes are determined by student ability.
5. Attend an enrollment orientation
meeting
The Student Handbook, books, fees, and class
schedule will be discussed.
Guidance Center
In addition to the development and implementation of
an individual four-year academic plan, students
receive assistance with decisions regarding honors,
advanced placement and dual enrollment courses,
selecting a college or university and completing
scholarship, financial aid and college application
submissions.
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an individual four-year academic plan, students
receive assistance with decisions regarding honors,
advanced placement and dual enrollment courses,
selecting a college or university and completing
scholarship, financial aid and college application
submissions.
Click for more
Frequently Answered Questions
Answers to how North Pointe compares to other
schools and other frequently answered questions.
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schools and other frequently answered questions.
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Math Tutoring Program and will offer new extra-curricular academic
opportunities this fall. Additionally, work will begin this Fall on new labs
to house the AP science courses.
Athletics
Increased enrollment has placed the Prep in the 3A for High School
competition next year. North Pointe will continue to offer 11 Varsity
sports and expand to include new freshmen volleyball and basketball
teams as well as JV softball and baseball teams. Soccer and Golf will be
added to the Jr. High athletic schedule.
Arts
The Prep will also expand all areas of its already amazing Arts
department. The band program will feature new after school programs
and the Jr, High Band will begin playing at athletic events. The Falcon
Singers will expand to include Jr. High opportunities. The Falcon Players
will present 8 plays next year, two more than this year. The Jr. High
Speech and Debate Team will compete in more tournaments.
Activities
How do you improve campus activities that are second to none? By
Prep'n them Up! Next year will feature dances turned into huge events
and spirit weeks that become extravaganzas. Every activity will be
Prep'd Up so that students have the opportunity to develop
relationships and create memories that will last a lifetime. "The fact that
our students are engaged is not by accident," said Principal Gow.
"Every activity is intentionally designed with a purpose. We work very
hard at maintaining a culture where students want to be at the Prep. We
have a core belief that a motivated student who wants to be here will
learn."
opportunities this fall. Additionally, work will begin this Fall on new labs
to house the AP science courses.
Athletics
Increased enrollment has placed the Prep in the 3A for High School
competition next year. North Pointe will continue to offer 11 Varsity
sports and expand to include new freshmen volleyball and basketball
teams as well as JV softball and baseball teams. Soccer and Golf will be
added to the Jr. High athletic schedule.
Arts
The Prep will also expand all areas of its already amazing Arts
department. The band program will feature new after school programs
and the Jr, High Band will begin playing at athletic events. The Falcon
Singers will expand to include Jr. High opportunities. The Falcon Players
will present 8 plays next year, two more than this year. The Jr. High
Speech and Debate Team will compete in more tournaments.
Activities
How do you improve campus activities that are second to none? By
Prep'n them Up! Next year will feature dances turned into huge events
and spirit weeks that become extravaganzas. Every activity will be
Prep'd Up so that students have the opportunity to develop
relationships and create memories that will last a lifetime. "The fact that
our students are engaged is not by accident," said Principal Gow.
"Every activity is intentionally designed with a purpose. We work very
hard at maintaining a culture where students want to be at the Prep. We
have a core belief that a motivated student who wants to be here will
learn."
North Pointe will experience record enrollment for 2011-2012 as the
Prep continues to expand its programs and attract families who desire
big school opportunities on a small school campus. "While other schools
are making cutbacks, our increased enrollment allows us to continue to
expand," said the Prep's Principal Richard Gow.
Prep continues to expand its programs and attract families who desire
big school opportunities on a small school campus. "While other schools
are making cutbacks, our increased enrollment allows us to continue to
expand," said the Prep's Principal Richard Gow.
Unlike some of the other elite
charter schools, the Prep
does not attempt to artificially
manipulate the type of
student it enrolls. "Our
seventh graders do not have
to take Latin and our
freshmen do not have to
master geometry," continued
Principal Gow. "We attract
charter schools, the Prep
does not attempt to artificially
manipulate the type of
student it enrolls. "Our
seventh graders do not have
to take Latin and our
freshmen do not have to
master geometry," continued
Principal Gow. "We attract