Phoenix Academy Information

Phoenix Academy is an independent coeducational elementary school for children in Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 8. Phoenix Academy was founded by educators who wanted not only the best possible academic and social foundation for their own children, but also a learning environment where the values taught at home were echoed and strengthened, and where the children felt safe and loved. Today, Phoenix seeks to enable our students to develop their full academic, moral, creative and physical potential in an environment that fosters respect and loving-kindness. We aim to promote excellence in individual academic achievement in the context of our motto: "Responsibility, Integrity, Community - Praxis." We cultivate mutual respect and kindness, as well as civic responsibility, in a multicultural environment where we can encourage the development of accomplished, caring, and responsible human beings. Phoenix Academy has received the following commendations from the state Board of Education. We are commended for: 1) Our warm and nurturing environment, both in the physical plant and in the interactions of students and adults, 2) Our attention to individual academic needs through our integrated studies and multi-age groupings, 3) Our proactive commitment to creating and maintaining a multi-cultural community, and 4) The dedication and efficiency of the Directors, and their commitment to carrying out the mission of the school. We accomplish our mission by: Maintaining small classes (6/1-student/teacher ratio) where children receive plenty of individual attention. Employing highly qualified and dedicated teachers, whose exceptional skill and caring allows them to teach by example as well as expertise. Vertically integrating studies, and teaching classes with a hands-on, problem-solving approach, which includes frequent field trips. Setting and maintaining standards of conduct and attitudes that reflect individual beliefs in a socially responsible manner, in an active partnership with parents.