Kent Phoenix Academy and Kent Mountain View Academy were named Washington State Innovative Schools by Washington State Superintendent of Public Instruction Randy Dorn.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
The announcement was made during the Washington State Schools Director\u2019s Association\u2019s conference on Nov. 18. This award recognizes the two elementary schools for implementing inventive and exciting school models that make it possible for students to earn their high school diplomas.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Kent Phoenix Academy is comprised of four small schools:<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u2022 Kent Gateway \u2013 Students in grades 9-10 work with the same core group of teachers in both grades focusing on increasing academic and social skills.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u2022 Kent Performance Learning Center \u2013 This program is for credit deficient students in grades 11\u201312 blends digital and project-based learning with community mentors and partnerships.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u2022 Kent Success \u2013 Operating later in the day, this program offers credit deficient students an onsite, self-paced, computer-based education with the support of highly qualified staff.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u2022 Kent Virtual High School \u2013 A self-paced, rigorous set of courses that are approved by OSPI and the NCAA. Students have the ability to learn at any time from any location.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Kent Phoenix Academy enrolls students by application. With a parent or guardian, students participate in an application and interview process along with math and reading skills assessments.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
During the interview, students discuss their educational successes and challenges. Once a student is accepted into the school, agreements are signed by all parties and parents, school personnel and the student develop an individualized educational plan that addresses the student\u2019s specific needs.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Kent Mountain View Academy has a grades 3-12 program that focuses on small classroom settings and attracting families who are not accessing public education. The school has three programs:<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u2022 Choice Program – One section of each grade level for grades 3\u201312<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u2022 Transition Program – Computer-based credit retrieval for grades 9\u201312<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u2022 Link Program \u2013 For Asperger\u2019s\/Autism students in grades 7\u201312<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
The elementary program rotates students through each of its’ four teachers multiple times during their elementary years, changing classes similar to a secondary schedule. Advanced elementary students can access middle and high school courses on campus.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Middle school students have the same teachers for grades 7 and 8, and the five high school content teachers work with students from grade 9 through graduation. This multi-year exposure to the same teachers and peer groups provides a base of stability and familiarity for Link Program students.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
The Transition Program falls under the Alternative Learning Experience requirements. It allows students to attend school who cannot attend a full day due to health, financial, or other reasons.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u201cI am very excited about two of our schools receiving this distinction,” said Dr. Edward Lee Vargas, district superintendent. “Kent Phoenix Academy and Kent Mountain View Academy demonstrate how creative, thoughtful, and rigorous systems help successfully prepare all students for their future. The staff and leaders of KPA and KMVA believe in their students and should be proud of this accomplishment.”<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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