Arizona State University
A Charter Sponsor
Arizona State University serves as the authorizing agency for ASU Preparatory Academy advancing its commitment to the overall health of the communities it serves. ASU Preparatory Academy endeavors to build new, replicable models of educational success which raise the academic achievement of all learners.
As the authorizing agency, the University oversees the ASU prep performance including academic, financial and statutory compliance and related terms and conditions of the charter as required by law and in keeping with ASU’s expectations and mission. Please see additional information regarding our Performance Framework and Statutory Requirements for charter schools and their authorizing agencies below.
Charter Schools Authorized by ASU
ASU Preparatory Academy is an innovative public charter school network serving more than 7,000 students in grades PreK–12. We offer a variety of school models, ranging from fully immersive in-person learning to full-time digital programs.
Comparison of Review
| Evaluation Components | ASU | Charter Board | AZ Legislation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual review of academics | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Annual review of operations | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Annual fiscal audits | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Annual submission of performance to the Auditor General | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Five Year Performance Review | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Annual Network Evaluation | ✓ | ||
| Evaluation Review Committee | ✓ | ||
| Site visits by Sponsor staff | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Site visits by Review Committee | ✓ | ||
| Formal Debrief | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Final Report | ✓ | ✓ |
Charter Application
ASU is not accepting additional applications for charter school sponsorship at this time.