About the Academy

The Arizona Cardinals Preparatory Academy is a competitive program located on the Royal Palm Middle School campus. The classes serve sixth through eighth grade students. The Academy highlights students who have the potential to excel in all academic areas. The Academy is staffed with highly qualified and experienced teachers to meet all academic needs. When Arizona Cardinal Preparatory Academy students enter high school, they are prepared to succeed in honors and advanced level classes.

Eligibility

Students are identified as eligible for an interview with the Arizona Cardinals Preparatory Academy based on teacher recommendation, State and District test scores.

Each Spring, eligible students are invited to an Open House to learn more about the Cardinals Academy.

Parents are expected to support their child's learning outside of school, including homework and independent reading time

Guiding Principles

The Arizona Cardinals Preparatory Academy was founded to assist Washington Elementary School District (WESD) students achieve academic success by creating a small-school community that:

Teaches curricula aligned with Arizona academic standards
Provides high quality, research materials to support curricula
Invites parents and community to participate in meaningful school activities
Sets high goals and expectations for student achievement
Empowers students to grow through service learning opportunities
Aligns with the WESD mission, vision, and values
Provides student uniforms consistent with Arizona Cardinals colors

What Makes Us Special

We are committed to providing high expectations and continuous communication among students, parent, and teachers. The Arizona Cardinals Preparatory Academy was formed as a community partnership to offer intensive instruction and service learning to help students reach their full potential.

Other Special Opportunities

Every year, one of our 8th grade students will be nominated for a chance to win the Carson Scholarship Award. This will provide a monetary award toward college tuition.

All 8th grade students will take honors algebra for an opportunity to receive a high school credit.

Our students will also have the option with teacher recommendation to take Honors English entering high school.

Cardinals Academy students also attend multiple field trips throughout the year and connect with different non-profit groups and other schools in the Washington Elementary School District.

Meet Our Staff