Estrella Foothills Global Academy  is a candidate school* for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme and pursuing authorization as an IB World School.

IB World Schools share a common philosophy—a commitment to improve the teaching and learning of a diverse and inclusive community of students by delivering challenging, high quality programmes of international education that share a powerful vision.

*Only schools authorized by the International Baccalaureate can offer any of its four academic programmes: the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), the Diploma Programme or the IB Career-related Certificate (IBCC). Candidate status gives no guarantee that authorization will be granted. For further information about the IB and its programmes, visit www.ibo.org.

Laveen School has been named a 2019-20 Arizona Exemplary Title I School by the state’s Department of Education. This award recognizes schools that show a commitment to excellence and continued school improvement, ensuring the best learning possible for students.

This state-level recognition program is based on the Six Principles of Effective Schools and honors schools that have demonstrated innovation and outstanding results in one of the following categories:

1. Effective Leadership
2. Effective Teachers and Instruction
3. Effective Organization of Time
4. Effective Curriculum
5. Conditions, Climate and Culture
6. Family and Community Engagement

Laveen displayed outstanding achievement in the area of Effective Teachers and Instruction as validated by an on-site visiting team.

A second informational session for prospective families of Estrella Foothills Global Academy will be held on January 30 at 6:00 p.m. This event will take place at the Laveen Education Center, 5001 W. Dobbins. Attendees will hear more about the global studies program and the process of becoming an International Baccalaureate World School. Plans of the campus and construction progress will also be shared.

Visit Estrella Foothills’ page for more details.