K-8th grade students who have not achieved academic success in the traditional district school environment, or who are
seeking a more individualized and challenging education.
Patriot Academy meets the needs and concerns parents have voiced through having the school staff be accountable for
each student’s academic achievement, providing a challenging academic program that prevents students from being
either bored or overwhelmed, having a strong Character Education program integrated into all parts of the curriculum
and school, and providing increased experiences with different types of technology and fine arts programs.
It is the belief of the management team that all elementary students regardless of academic ability deserve the
opportunity be challenged and to succeed in the same academic courses as his/her peer group. Patriot Academy offers
a focus on the basic skills while balancing the educational experiences of the total child. Through the use of the basics
curriculum, a variety of technology, proven instructional methodologies, accountability of student achievement through
testing and assessments, Patriot Academy will provide defined and detailed course work and educational experiences to
help students successfully master the basic skills.
The Patriot Academy mission, vision, curriculum, and instructional practices have been developed during meetings with
educators, parents, students and community members. There has been a strong consensus that a school of excellence
is one where the primary focus is on student achievement in the basic skills, where students can excel and be
challenged academically, where the staff is held accountable for student achievement, and where excellence of
Character is cultivated and expected.
Vision and Mission Statement
Patriot Academy is an ongoing leader in providing back to basics education to elementary students in grades K-8 in
Queen Creek, Arizona.
Patriot Academy provides a learning environment that improves student achievement with an emphasis on the basic
skills. Patriot Academy’s staff is committed to the education of the whole child. Our purpose is to provide educational
opportunities and experiences to teach and reinforce the basic skills, instill respect for self and others, build strong
character traits, and equip students with the necessary skills to be successful adults and citizens.
Goals
Goal #1 – Improve student learning and achievement.
Goal #2 – Hold the staff accountable for student achievement and success in obtaining and mastering the basic skills.
Goal #3 – Have students demonstrate successful achievement in the core academic subjects and basic skills.
Goal #4 – Develop strong, positive character traits in student behavior.
Goal #5 – Provide a safe, disciplined and drug free learning environment.
