Our Model
According to the Arizona Department of Education, in 2012 35.3% of classroom teachers statewide left their teaching positions. Teacher turnover drains limited school budgets and negatively affects student achievement. The problem is most acute in high poverty, urban schools, where teacher attrition is nearly 50% higher than in more affluent ones. As teacher quality is linked closely to student achievement, retaining quality teachers, especially in high needs schools, is critical to ensuring all children receive an excellent, equitable education. TRP will combat teacher attrition by addressing four key areas of need:
- Increase in wages and performance incentives
- Professional development
- Coaching and on-site support
- Regional teacher cohorts
Our Partner Schools
Empower College Prep The mission of Empower College Prep is to empower children to:
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Champion SchoolsOur Mission: Champion Schools is dedicated to fostering academic excellence through the integration of accelerated content rich curriculum, using powerful and diverse instructional techniques encouraging critical thinking and the development of problem-solving skills. We will also use the community as a laboratory to construct knowledge though exploration and discovery.
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Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy and
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Western School of Science and TechnologyMission: Western School of Science and Technology: A Challenge Foundation Academy exists to transform Maryvale by improving low-income west Phoenix students’ opportunities for advancement in the global technological economy by providing needed preparation for the academic rigors of college graduation leading to career success.
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Vista Grove Preparatory AcademyThe mission of Vista Grove Preparatory Academy is to increase academic success for all children through the employment of best practices and quality alternative practices. We focus these practices to meet the needs of all children, including extreme academic challenges and/or socio-economic challenges. Our quality school program is a truly alternative commitment so that all students develop a love for learning in pursuit of their dreams.
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