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ALA CLOSED: MLK DAY

ALA CLOSED: MLK DAY

01/13/2026

Salt River Schools, including the Early Childhood Education Center, Salt River Elementary School & the Accelerated Learning Academy, will be CLOSED on Monday, Jan. 19, in celebration of Martin Luther King Jr., Day.

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Holiday Movie Night

12/09/2025

Enjoy a Christmas movie classic while helping ALA students earn money for activities!

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RSVP for the ALA Open House!

08/04/2025

The ALA is EGG-cited to see families on Wednesday, Sept. 10!

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2025 Summer School

04/07/2025

Click here for 2025 Summer School enrollment information for ALA students.

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Class of 2025 Graduation Information

04/01/2025

We'll celebrate the Class of 2025 on Thursday, June 26!

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Upcoming Student Assessments

03/19/2025

These assessments will be administered this spring: AzSCI Mar 24-Apr 4 (11th Gr); ACT State Apr 8-11 & Apr 14-18 (11th Gr); and the ACT District Apr 22-25 & Apr 28-May 2 (10th Gr).

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The Backpack Program Comes to the ALA!

12/16/2024

The Backpack Program provides non-perishable food to students at the end of each week to help supplement weekend meals at home.

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ALA Makes the Grade

11/04/2024

ALA receives ‘A’ grade from AZ Education Department, a first for the credit recovery charter school.

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Welcome to the ALA!

08/05/2024

Weekly news update from ALA administrators.

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Title 1 Notification

07/30/2024

Information for families about ALA instructors.

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Principal's Message

06/13/2024

Important announcements from ALA Principal Barbara Wilkinson and other ALA leaders.

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ALA Summer School 2024

04/26/2024

The Accelerated Learning Academy will offer summer school May 28 – June 21.

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ALA Graduation Dinner

03/27/2024

ALA students on track to graduate with the Class of 2024 are invited to attend a special graduation dinner on Tuesday, May 7!

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A New Van for the ALA

03/08/2024

Check out the ALA's new wheels!

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Winter Break Schedule

12/14/2023

Winter Break begins Monday, Dec. 25. Students return to school on Tuesday, Jan. 9.

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The ALA earns a "B" letter grade from the ADE!

11/03/2023

The ALA received a “B” letter grade from the Arizona Department of Education. Outstanding!

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Happy Birthday Irma Smith!

08/14/2023

Watch a video of the surprise celebration the ALA threw for Mrs. Smith's 70th birthday!

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2023-24SY Saturday School Dates

08/07/2023

The ALA Saturday School is a FREE opportunity for students to catch up and/or move ahead in their courses.

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ABE/GED Program Update

08/04/2023

The ABE/GED program is moving

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08/01/2023

POP on over to the ALA's Open House on Tuesday, Aug. 15, from 2:30-5 p.m.

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Enroll at the ALA today!

06/27/2023

The new school year is around the corner, and enrollment at the Accelerated Learning Academy is open!

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ALA Principal Notices

06/21/2023

Important updates, including COVID-19 notices, from ALA Principal Barbara Wilkinson.

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Celebrating the ALA Class of 2023

04/14/2023

Help us celebrate the ALA students who have earned their credits to graduate!

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ALA Summer School Information

03/30/2023

The Accelerated Learning Academy will offer summer school May 30 – June 23.

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FAFSA Night for GED Grads!

03/30/2023

Learn how to complete and submit the FAFSA form to pursue your higher education dreams!

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2022-23SY Saturday School Schedule

03/30/2023

Click here for the Saturday School schedule for the 2022-23SY.

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Earn English College Credit (Summer 2023)

03/01/2023

Earn transferable credit from Scottsdale Community College. Click to learn more!

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Summer 2023: Earn English College Credit

03/01/2023

Earn transferable credit from Scottsdale Community College. Click to learn more!

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Spring 2023: Earn English College Credit

10/21/2022

Earn transferable credit from Scottsdale Community College. Click to learn more!

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College Fair at the ALA!

10/17/2022

ALA students will meet with colleges and universities, as well as vocational and trade schools from around region on Wednesday, Nov. 2.

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Survey: School Climate Study

09/12/2022

Schools must be safe places where youth can grow, connect, and thrive. Tell us about your experiences regarding student safety!

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08/03/2022

Join us Tuesday, Aug. 16, from 2-5 p.m. at the ALA!

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2021-22SY Principal Notices

07/05/2022

Archived record of notices sent during the 2021-22SY.

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05/18/2022

ALL SRPMIC Youth: Get a FREE book pack from our NYCP Literacy for All program!

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ALA Summer School

05/09/2022

Learn more and sign up for the ALA summer session! Registration is due Friday, May 20.

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Fall 2022: Earn English College Credit

05/09/2022

Earn transferable credit from Scottsdale Community College. Click to learn more!

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Class of 2022 Graduation

05/02/2022

The Accelerated Learning Academy will honor the Class of 2022 at a graduation ceremony on Tuesday, June 21.

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ALA Saturday School

03/16/2022

Click here for the Saturday School schedule for the 2021-22SY.

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Live Online Tutoring

03/07/2022

Open to all SRPMIC students from kinder to college!

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Salt River Family Read-Aloud Challenge

03/01/2022

Families who read 25 books by May 4 will win fabulous prizes!

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ASVAB Testing Schedule

12/07/2021

ALA students will take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery test on Thursday, Dec. 16.

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Spring 2022: College Credit Opportunity

11/22/2021

This ONLINE college course opportunity (Spring 2022) is open to all ALA, GED & Adult Community member students.

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Promoting Nurturing Parenting

11/08/2021

Join our discussion group for young parents!

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11/01/2021

Join us at FAFSA night!

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Watch the ALA Virtual Open House

09/27/2021

Learn fun facts about your favorite staff and teachers at the ALA!

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Public Meeting Notice

08/24/2021

Learn about the ALA's Instructional Time Model (learning flexibility) during COVID-19.

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In-Person Tutoring

08/16/2021

Open to all SRPMIC students from kinder to college!

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GED: Register & Learn Remotely

07/01/2021

The Salt River ABE/GED Program is accepting students for its remote learning.

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Summer School 2021

04/26/2021

Register today for Summer School!

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Community Forum: Meet the Superintendent Candidates

03/17/2021

We're hosting a virtual forum on Tuesday, April 13. We hope you can join us!

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Read Across America @Meal Distribution

02/18/2021

Celebrate all things literacy with Salt River Schools & our Community partners at our annual Read Across America event!

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Salt River Schools is Hiring: Superintendent Search 2021

02/03/2021

Salt River Schools seeks a highly qualified and experienced education leader for the position of Superintendent.

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Spring 2021 College Credit Opportunity

11/16/2020

Want to pursue college or university and need English or composition credits? Click to find out more!

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ALA Elective & College Credit Opportunity

10/12/2020

Want to earn an elective high school credit or earn college credit? Are you a parent or interested in early childhood education? Click here to learn more!

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World Teachers' Day

10/05/2020

JP Jones was honored with a special prize package from our partners at Whataburger in honor of World Teachers' Day!

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09/16/2020

Download the "Taking the ACT" guide as you prepare to take the ACT® test!

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Distance Learning Plan

08/20/2020

Read the ALA's Distance Learning Plan and options for students.

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ALA Senior Recognition Drive-Thru Parade

06/23/2020

This event has been canceled.

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ALA Principal Update

05/26/2020

The latest news and updates from Jama Nacke, principal of the Accelerated Learning Academy.

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Enroll in Summer School Today!

05/11/2020

Registration deadline is May 28. Summer School runs June 1-25 and will take place online.

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ALA Teacher Contact Information

04/23/2020

With virtual learning underway, ALA teachers are ready and willing to help!

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Saturday School Opportunity!

01/03/2020

Saturday School is free for all SRHS and ALA students in grades 7-12.

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A Message to ALA Students & Families

12/16/2019

We're here for you - always.

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12/02/2019

A message of thanks from the ALA Principal.

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Baby Boot Camp!

09/16/2019

Learn from experts about car seat safety, basic first aid, child development, & more!

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SCR & GED: We've Moved!

08/16/2019

Join us at a joint Open House on Tuesday, Sept. 10, from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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New ALA Start Time

07/03/2019

The new school year brings with it a new start time (and one session) for ALA students. Click here to learn more!

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ABE/GED Program CLOSED

07/01/2019

We're moving! Click to find out more!

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The Power of Art

05/06/2019

Student artwork displayed at the Huhugam Ki Museum for the "Power of Art" show - check it out!

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05/06/2019

Help us celebrate the Class of 2019 from both SRHS & ALA!

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ALA Student Working on the Computer

ALA Summer School 2019

04/17/2019

Summer is almost here! It’s not too early to start thinking about summer school!

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STREAM Extravaganza

01/24/2019

Stand back! We're going to do science! Join us for pizza, prizes, and FUN!

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Empowering You! Parent Education Program

12/17/2018

Learn more about the only parenting class that offers college credit!

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We Are Thankful

12/17/2018

Winter is here and the holidays and New Year are just around the corner. We have many gifts to be thankful for here at the Accelerated Learning Academy.

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College Credit Opportunity!

12/10/2018

Want to pursue college or university and need English or composition credits? Click to find out more!

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GED Family-Led Academic Night

12/03/2018

The event aims to create a supportive space and dialogue to empower parents and children to lead inquiries and seek out solutions, support, and resources to benefit their children’s learning and to learn alongside their children.

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Students Play a "Real" Game of Life

09/17/2018

VIDEO: Watch ALA students get hands-on with life, including learning how to open checking & savings accounts, buying a car, investing in a college education, rent an apartment and more life skills!

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ALA Open House & Curriculum Night

08/13/2018

Join us!

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ABE GED Registration Flyer

UPDATED! ABE/GED Registration

08/06/2018

Take control of your future! Register for ABE/GED Classes!

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06/29/2018

Video highlights from the Accelerated Learning Academy's Class of 2018 graduation!

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ALA Students Receive Athletic Scholarships!

03/28/2018

Delano Watson and Desiree Pacheco sign on to play with the Redhawks at Benedictine University at Mesa.

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Student-Led Inquiry Highlights (February)

03/06/2018

Read reflections and investigations from ABE/GED students, February 2018.

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Student-Led Inquiry Highlights

03/06/2018

Read student reflections after "Walking in the [Community] Garden," January 2018.

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GED Students Receive "Intro to Entrepreneurship" Presentation

03/02/2018

Adult Education students get an introduction course into entrepreneurship from the Salt River Financial Services Institution.

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ALA Student Named CAA Wrestler of the Year

03/01/2018

ALA Senior Emiliano Acosta named CAA Wrestler of the Year!

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Family Code Night

02/15/2018

Join Salt River Schools and ALA students for the first-ever Family Code Night Thursday, Feb. 22, from 4:30-7 p.m. at Salt River High School!

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Hours and Calendar 2017/18 information

*NEW* start/end times and Academic Calendar for 2017/18 SY

06/22/2017

As the 2016/2017 school year comes to a close, Salt River Schools is looking ahead to next school year (2017/2018), when many changes will take place, including NEW school start/end times and a NEW Division-wide Academic Calendar that includes information for all sites!

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