About Us

KNOW AND GROW.

Ridgeline Academy provides families with a community school culture and small class sizes. Additionally, Ridgeline fosters an enriched Core Knowledge curriculum and high academic expectations in a respect-based learning environment supported by character-based education. Our values are grounded in the belief that students are literate in all subjects, are independent and critical thinkers, and are life-long learners and achievers.

MISSION

Ridgeline Academy exists to foster critical thinking among students, promote academic excellence and instill a culture of lifelong learning.

VISION

To build a community of phenomenal educators using a rigorous curriculum, holding students to high standards while offering a fun learning environment. We believe these things combined with teamwork between employees, parents, and the community will help all students achieve their full potential.

VALUES

Pride: I show dignity, honor, and integrity in my work and actions.
Respect: I respect myself and others.
Responsibility: I make good choices to do the right thing.
Community: I am an important part of my community and the world I live in.
Perseverance: I never give up.

A RATED

Ridgeline has garnered an A Rating from the State of Arizona for 8 years in a row. Scores on state testing have also increased overall, every year.

HISTORY

Ridgeline has been in the North Phoenix/Anthem/Foothills community for over 8 years, partnering with local organizations to create a community-centered school.

IMPACT

In the years that Ridgeline Academy has been serving our community, we have impacted over 6,000 children in grades K – 12.

OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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Brandon YanceyBoard President

Jason KlonoskiTreasurer

Kristine BurnettSecretary

John MazzaBoard Member

Kevin SeaboltBoard Member

John RiddellBoard Member Emeritus

Abigail ThernstromBoard Member Emeritus

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SCHOOL GOVERNANCE

The Governing Board of Ridgeline Academy meets at the school on the second Monday of each month at 4:00 p.m. The Board is charged with establishing and overseeing school policy and the annual budget. They approve the curriculum, school calendar, class schedule and the hiring or dismissal of all staff. The Governing Board is a working board with active sub-committees.

The notice and agenda of the Governing Board meetings are posted 24 hours in advance in the school office. Meetings are open to the public, with the exception of executive sessions, and are held at the school. The minutes of the Governing Board meetings will be available at the school within three business days following the meeting.

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