Your Teen’s New Journey Starts here.
your teen isn't defined by their diagnosis. Whether they have autism, ADHD, selective mutism, anxiety, or depression, what matters most to us is creating a safe and supportive environment where they can thrive.
Feeling frazzled when looking for the best school for Autism & other exceptionalities?
Parenting teens? It's a wild ride. But when it comes to finding the perfect school, we're here to make it a bit smoother.
At PS Academy, we've walked in your shoes. We get the struggles and the worries. That's why we've created a place where your teen can truly belong.
Imagine them waking up excited to go to school, surrounded by peers and teachers who really understand them. It's like finding a cozy spot in a chaotic world.
We know it's tough to let go, but part of our mission is helping your teen find independence and confidence. We're here to support both of you every step of the way.
Who is PS Academy for?
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Neurodivergent Students
In the past, we have been a school catering to the needs of children with autism. We have evolved over the years to cover more exceptionalities. Students must have an IEP or 504 to apply.
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Students with Learning Differences
Whether it’s dyslexia, Down syndrome, or ADD, students with any learning difference are welcome at PS Academy. We have seen countless individuals thrive in an environment that finally gets them. Students must have an IEP/504 to apply.
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Students Who Just... Don't Fit In
There are other cases where students simply don’t fit in. From those with selective mutism to others with anxiety or depression, they are welcome here. Students must have an IEP/ 504 to apply.
What You need to know about tuition
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It is our mission to provide the best environment and education for all students. In order to do so, tuition is $32,500 per year.
Your options for funding include the Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA), School Tuition Organizations (STO), and private pay.
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95% of our students are fully covered by ESA. Our funding specialist will help you with the process of securing up to 100% of tuition costs. Download the guide to ESAs here.
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If your student cannot qualify for ESA, our funding specialist will guide you through the process of working with various STOs to secure funding. Download the guide to STOs here.
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A payment plan can be tailored to meet your needs. Payment schedules are flexible and can be paid on a monthly or quarterly basis.
FAQs
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FAQs 〰️
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Students are grouped by ability so that classes are able to work at a pace that works for all students.
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At PS Academy, we do not have a set teacher to student ratio. Staffing is based solely on student need. While we want to fully support all students, we also want to encourage independence as much as possible.
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School hours for Elementary students (K-5) are Monday-Thursday 8:30 am- 2:15 pm & Friday 8:30 am - 11:15 am.
School hours for Secondary students (6-12) are Monday-Thursday 8:00 am - 3:00 pm & Friday 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM.
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While we don’t offer door to door transportation, we have a fleet of vans that cover various routes to pick up and drop off students throughout the valley.
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Yes, we have a Before and After School Program. Students can arrive anytime after 7:00 AM and stay until 5:00 PM on Monday through Thursday. On Fridays, students can arrive after 7:00 AM and stay until 3:00 PM.
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We have a behavior team in place to support students. There is a protocol in place should a student’s behavior not align with the Big 5 conduct tenets.
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We offer over 30 clubs and electives. Some of the newest include Rock Band, Student Council, Girl Power, Musical Theatre, Car Club, Dungeons & Dragons, and Cake Decorating.
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Yes, students ages 18-22 participate in our Lyfe Launch Transition Program. For more information, refer to our programs page.
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There are several ways you can pay for tuition. The primary method is the ESA (Empowerment Scholarship Account). There are also other options which you can learn more about it on our tuition page.
