University Public Schools opens first Center of Educational Innovation August 11

The Polytechnic Elementary School, managed by University Public Schools, Inc., a non-profit organization that works in collaboration with Arizona State University, opens its doors August 11 to its first class of approximately 220 K-6 grade students. These students will enter a truly unique school where innovations abound and the world is their classroom.  Experienced and talented teachers will greet them, and the students will find a challenging learning environment complete with the use of technology as a learning tool.

Shortly after classes begin at the temporary facility located just north of ASU’s Polytechnic campus in East Mesa, University Public Schools will break ground for the permanent site of the Center for Educational Innovation. The Center will be located on about 24 acres in the southwest portion of the campus and, when completed, will accommodate students from preschool age to grade 8 in fall 2009 and through grade 9 by fall 2010. Upon build out, the entire center is expected to have 1,400 students enrolled in grades prekindergarten through 12, allowing for systemic changes in the learning process.

Meet the Teacher Night
Aug. 7, 2008
6 – 7 p.m.
Sparky will make an appearance

School Opens, Classes Begin
Aug. 11, 2008
8:00 a.m.

Polytechnic Elementary School
6859 E. Rembrandt Way
Mesa, AZ 85212

Located off of Power Road 2 miles north of ASU’s Polytechnic campus between Elliot and Warner roads.

University Public Schools, Inc. is a non-profit organization that works in affiliation with Arizona State University to increase student achievement through innovation in public schools. The educational organization operates prekindergarten through grade 12 schools in collaboration with select school districts, community partners, and educational service providers for the purpose of delivering an enhanced, innovative curriculum and learning environment. These schools provide a real-time learning environment for ASU’s research into curriculum development, professional development and the application of technology to learning.  For more information, visit http://universitypublicschools.asu.edu