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Desert Willow Holistic

3953 E. Paradise Falls Dr, Suite 110, Tucson, AZ, 85712 -

School Notes Overview:

Desert Willow's full time school is a small high school community designed to not exceed the ratio of one teacher per six students. The purpose is to create a physically and emotionally safe environment focusing on student success, both in school as well as after graduation. Each student's curriculum is developed on an individualized basis, considering their academic history as well as their goals for the future....

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School Overview:

	Desert Willow Holistic
School Type	Special Education School
School Membership(s)	North Central Accreditation
Religious Affiliation	Nonsectarian
Grades Offered	Grades Prekindergarten - 12
Offers Post-Graduate Year	Yes
Programs for Learning Differences	Yes
Learning Differences Supported	ADHD, Anxiety, Dyslexia, LD, Asperger's/NLD
Year Founded	1998
County	Pima County, AZ
Student Body
Total Students	11 students
Student Body Type	Co-ed
	This School	(AZ) School Avg.
% Students of Color	15%	29%
Students by Grade
	Grade 9 - 2 students
	Grade 10 - 2 students
	Grade 11 - 4 students
	Grade 12 - 3 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers	3 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree	99%
Average Class Size	4
Classroom dress code	Casual
	This School	(AZ) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio	1:11	* Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year	180 days	180 days
Hours in School Day for Students	6 hours	7 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline	None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost	$1,200
Tuition Notes	Scholarship and tuition assistance information is available on request.
Head of School	Tucker Janes

School Notes:

The school at Desert Willow provides a physically and emotionally safe environment for learners. Students who have learning disabilities, ADHD/ADD, Aspergers, or who are under-achievers can receive a high-quality education that focuses on their learning strengths. Desert Willow's curriculum focuses on the development of skills in reading, writing, math, and learning strategies as outlined in the Arizona State Standards. Accommodations and modifications are provided for those students who require them. This includes anything from individualized course instruction to advanced-placement classes. As a part of their schedule, students participate in computer-skills classes, art projects, and weekly field trips with an emphasis on outdoor education and culture. The acquisition of academic skills is obtained by providing small group instruction — 1:6 ratio of teachers to students. Subjects are taught with an emphasis on the use of Howard Gardner's concept of multiple intelligences so that students can experience learning through the use of their strengths. In order to instill a sense of belonging, students learn how to become a valued and respected member of their school community. Social skills development is emphasized as an integrated part of the school day. Part of the social development curriculum is taken from the "Tribes" program. Through this program, students learn to live and work cooperatively. Group exercises focus on developing a sense of respect and compassion for one's self and others as well as an appreciation of individual differences.
Profile last updated: 07/28/2009

School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (85712)	School Zip (85712)	(AZ) State Average
Population (Approximate)	32,656 people	5,130,874 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree	37%	25%
Population Average Age	37 years old	34 years old
Average Household size	2.0 persons	2.4 persons
Median Household Income	$27,699	$44,677
Avg. # of Rooms in Household	4 rooms	5.0 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure	37 years old	29 years old
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% Owning / % Renting	41% / 59%	62% / 38%