AmeriSchools Academy - Yuma Charter Schools (K-6)
OFFICE & SCHOOL HOURS
- OFFICE: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- SCHOOL HOURS:
- M, T, W, F: 8:30 AM - 3:15 PM
- THURSDAY: 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
- BEFORE SCHOOL:
- AM QUEST starts at 7:15 AM
- Playground opens at 8:00 AM for all students
- AFTER SCHOOL:
- PM QUEST starts at 3:30 PM, ends at either 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM depending on plan your child is signed up for
- Playground closes at 3:30 PM (M,T,W,F) and 1:15 PM (Thursdays)
Please refer to school calendar for days school is not in session!
Yuma Charter Schools Spotlight on Leadership
Bill Wachunas is enjoying his fourth year as Principal at AmeriSchools Academy. Bill is a long time resident of Yuma who has worked and volunteered in the community exemplifying the AmeriSchools value of Community as Laboratory. His energy and commitment to providing challenging educational opportunities for all students is recognized among the students, staff, parents and the educational community. You will not find Bill sitting behind his desk very often. He is often in classes, working with students, mentoring staff or sponsoring one of the after school recreation clubs. His enthusiasm is contagious as he looks forward to the challenge of improving student achievement and supporting a strong community relationship.
Teaching the Standards through the Arts and P.E.
Learning happens in the classroom, at the art easel and out on the playground. AmeriSchools knows that children learn in many different settings and that art, music and a healthy body are all important parts of development. In order to make sure students have opportunities to develop all their talents Mr. Millis provides SPECIALS throughout the week.
- P.E. includes stacker competitions, exercising with music, volleyball, and general fitness
- Music includes learning about notes and scales as well as learning songs for schoolwide performances.
- Art is everywhere around us and integrated into all content areas. Hands-on art projects have included ancient Egypt and Native American life as well as seasonal art. Come in and enjoy the beautiful original art your children create.
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CONGRATULATIONS MRS. MCLAUGHLIN
CATEGORY FINALIST FOR THE 23RD ANNUAL
TEACHER OF THE YEAR!
The Yuma County Rotary Clubs and the Education Foundation has named Mrs. McLaughlin a category finalist in the 23rd annual Teacher of the Year tribute!
“It is the opinion of your peers, who selected you and the community members who were fortunate enough to interview you, that your professionalism and dedication to education has made you one of the three category finalists this school year. Peer and community recognition of excellence is one of the highest praises a professional can receive. In the galaxy of stars of the education profession , to know your star shines so brightly should give you a feeling of pride and a sense of true accompli s hment.” ~ Michelle Umbower, Committee Chair, Teacher of the Year
Congratulations Mrs.McLaughlin! AmeriSchools Academy is honored to have you as a teacher and commend you for your service and dedication to the students at AmeriSchools!
Community Explorations Set a Standard
AmeriSchools Academy at Yuma has provided many opportunities for students to participate in the community. This allows students to learn from everything around them as well as to give back to the community. We are partners in educating our children. Here are some of the very exciting things scheduled this year at our Yuma Charter School:
- Cocopah Indian Tribe
- Renaissance Fair
- Pumpkin Patch
- Food Bank/Habitat for Humanity
- Yuma Territorial Prison
- Yuma Historical Crossing Park
- Betty's Kitchen, a local wildlife area
- Special End of Year Experience for promoting students
AmeriSchools Academy Yuma celebrates its fourth year as a PERFORMING PLUS school based on the Arizona State Department of Education. Our students are learning and achieving at higher rates as compared to other students across Arizona.
AmeriSchools Yuma Enjoys Community Support
AmeriSchools is very grateful for the award of $500 from Kohls. Kohls employees will also be reading to our students this year! We appreciate their support!
All grant money is used to support the academic and enrichment programs at AmeriSchools. This level of community commitment helps AmeriSchools make a difference for students - everyday! Thank you Yuma!
