We serve approximately 650 scholars from Kindergarten through the 8th grade.

We serve approximately 400 scholars from the 9th through the 12th grade.

Yes, all students are provided the opportunity for bus transportation via school buses or city bus passes.

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At Empower College Prep, we believe in setting our scholars up for success by establishing a long-term plan and vision of mastery for our elementary and high schools. Our curriculum is carefully aligned with Arizona’s Career and College Readiness standards, the Next Generation Science Standards, and pre-advanced placement courses for Social Studies.

We are committed to empowering our teachers and providing them with the resources they need to facilitate mastery and real-world application of knowledge and skills outlined in our long-term plan. Our teachers are encouraged to use a range of resources, including those purchased by the school, and to create resources that align with our scholars’ gifts, interests, and passions. In K-8 our reading curriculum is HMH’s Wonders and StudySync and for math we use Eureka Math. We use Mystery Science for K-5 science, Amplify for 6-8 science, and SAVVAS or Discovery for social studies. We also use aimsweb+, IXL, Khan Academy, Lexia, and many other platforms, apps, and resources to support scholars.

By aligning our curriculum with rigorous standards and empowering our teachers, we are confident that our scholars will be prepared for success in college and beyond. We strive to create a culture of excellence where all our scholars can thrive and reach their full potential.

We believe in providing access to college-level coursework during high school. This not only prepares our scholars for success in college but also helps families save on tuition costs. To graduate, scholars are encouraged to excel in four Advanced Placement (AP) or dual enrollment classes in their desired area of study.

Our instruction emphasizes critical thinking and perseverance, essential for college success. Scholars are enrolled in a rigorous curriculum that aligns with Arizona’s Career and College Readiness standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and Advanced Placement courses in Social Studies. Our curriculum also includes Summit Learning, developed with Stanford University and used at a high-performing charter network in California. It focuses on 36 critical thinking skills across content areas.

Elementary + Middle School
At Empower College Prep’s elementary school, we understand the importance of a structured and consistent schedule for our young scholars. Our school day runs from 8 AM to 2:35 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, and from 8 AM to 12:00 PM on Thursday. Breakfast is available every day from 7:25-7:55 AM.
To ensure a smooth start to the day, scholars may arrive as early as 7:25 AM. We provide a safe and supervised environment for our students before classes begin. Our schedule allows for a well-rounded education, with ample time for academics, extracurricular activities, and socialization. We believe that a consistent and predictable routine helps our students thrive and prepares them for success in the future.

High School
At Empower College Prep, high school classes are held from 7:40 AM – 2:25 PM Monday-Wednesday and Friday, and from 7:40 AM -12:05 PM on Thursday, with breakfast available every day from 7:15 AM to 7:35 AM.

At Empower College Prep’s elementary school, we have a simple and practical dress code to ensure a safe and inclusive learning environment. Our students are required to wear a green or blue collared shirt and khaki or navy pants. However, we do have special dress days and $1 Jeans Days where students can wear jeans.

Every Thursday is a spirit day for scholars to wear grade class color:
Kindergarten: blue
1st grade: red
2nd grade: purple
3rd grade: yellow
4th grade: green
5th grade: black
6th grade: blue
7th grade: red
8th grade: black

At Empower College Prep, we hold Scholar Expo Nights twice a year, providing a platform for our classes and clubs to showcase their work to families and the community. The nights include a theme across the entire campus and music performances.

At the end of each year, we organize university trips for our scholars, giving them the chance to explore and learn about different colleges and universities. We believe that these activities help to foster a well-rounded education and prepare our students for a successful future.

Additionally, our facilities include a gym where many of our sports teams host home games that are open to the school community. We also have a robotics club that competes throughout the city.

At Empower College Prep, we believe that parent involvement is critical to the success of our scholars. We offer a variety of opportunities for parents to get involved such as volunteering, attending expo nights and performances, participating in Empower Families Meetings, providing office support and being an active volunteer in our school community. We strongly encourage parents to volunteer at least 50 hours each school year in support of our school, its mission, and its activities.

Additionally, we host monthly parent workshops, providing a platform for parents to engage with each other and learn more about how they can support their child’s academic journey. These workshops cover a range of topics such as college readiness, financial aid, and academic success strategies.

We understand that parents lead busy lives and may not have a lot of free time to give. Therefore, we offer flexible volunteering opportunities and will work with parents to find roles that best fit their schedules and interests. We believe that when parents and schools work together, we can create a supportive and enriching environment for our scholars to thrive.

If you would like to learn more about how you can get involved in our school community, please email us at info@empowercollegeprep.org for more information.