New Horizon School for the Performing Arts is an elementary school that emphasizes "Basic Education".   Our daily structure gives emphasis to reading, math, writing and language arts.   Social studies, science, music and PE meet or exceed the state standards.   Our "Open Court" science curriculum is considered one of the best elementary science programs available with DVD video support showing the current findings and information of our world.   Our name implies that we only teach performing arts but the performing arts classes are only part of our curriculum.

          Our Terra Nova and AIMS test scores are above average.   Our curriculum follows the state standards of education.    We work hard as teachers, staff, administration, parents and students to make education challenging and interesting.   We emphasize ability level teaching so that a student that is higher or lower than grade level will be able to move ahead or catch up.    Our elementary school is synchronized so that reading and math are taught at the same time.    Our core teachers have Bachelors Degree's and in some cases Masters Degree's. All of our core teachers are certified or are "highly qualified".

          Our PE classes incorporate basic dance training along with regular PE.    Our general music program teaches the basics of music theory, note reading, rhythm, music history, and singing.   These two programs are beyond the state standards, especially in the area of performance in singing.   

          We begin each day by meeting outside by the flagpole and singing the "Star Spangled Banner" and saying the pledge of allegiance.    The day begins after announcements.   Through the Mesa Tribune's "education program" each classroom receives as many copies of the daily newpaper that we request.

          Our school has an active parent group.   They meet often and provide support for the school in a variety of ways.    Our school appreciates active parents.    We encourage all parents to be active in our Parent T.E.A.M. Organization.

          Communication channels are open through the phone, internet email, and appointments scheduled through the office.       The office phone number is 480 655-7444 and the fax number is 480 655-8220.    I am always interested in parent, guardian, student, teacher, and community input.    Please feel free to contact me at any time.

Sincerely,

Jim Wyler Director/Principal