2022-2023 Application for Enrollment

2022-2023

Application for Enrollment

Phoenix Coding Academy

4445 N. Central Ave.

Phoenix, AZ 85012

602.764.5700

“Preparing every student for success in College, Career and Life”

School Overview

We are a learning community engaging student in computer science pathways and innovative academic

experiences that empower them to make confident decisions about their life’s journey.

Inquiry design and project-based learning provide the instructional framework while computer science

and integrated academic courses offer a dynamic, student-centered learning experience.

Community and industry partnerships will facilitate guest instructors, workshops, field trips, job-

shadowing, mentors, and internships. Our CTE Pathways in Software Development and Networking &

Cybersecurity, and provide select industry certification and prepare the students for success in college,

career and life.

Letter from the Principal

Dear Prospective Students,

Thank you for your interest in applying for enrollment at one of the most innovative schools in the country,

Phoenix Coding Academy (PCA). Admissions to Phoenix Coding Academy may be competitive. We expect

to receive more applications than the number of available spaces. As a result, we ask that students

carefully consider whether PCA will be the right school for them. Students that thrive in PCA’s inquiry-

based, high-tech environment tend to be those who:

want to be an active participant in their education

have a strong interest in a technology career

want to become creators, innovators, and problem-solvers

will embrace the diversity within the local and global community

are innovative, flexible, and forward-thinking

are able to work independently and with small teams

are open-minded to taking on new challenges

are at, near, or above grade level for reading

are ready for high school algebra

If many or all of the above describe you, then Phoenix Coding Academy may be the school for you.

2022--2023 Openings: Phoenix Coding Academy anticipates having approximately 100 spots available for

grade students for the 2022-2023 school year. Availability for transfer students in grades 10-12 will

depend upon current enrollment numbers.

In this packet, you will find more information about Phoenix Coding Academy, the application process,

and timelines. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at 602-764-5700.

Please visit PCA’s website at www.pxu.org/coding for more information about our school.

Sincerely,

Seth Beute

Principal: Phoenix Coding Academy

Application Checklist

IMPORTANT NOTE: Student interviews will not be scheduled until a complete Application Packet has

been received.

The following documents must be submitted to Phoenix Coding Academy at the time your application is

submitted (documents may be submitted by the sending school or the parent):

___ Current transcripts/report cards

___ AZ Merit Results (6

and 7

grade; 8

grade for transfer students)

___ Attendance Records

The following documents must also be submitted by the application deadline:

____ Completed PXU Open Enrollment form

____ Completed PXU Student Enrollment Form

____ Signed Parent and Student Agreements

To enroll online or print PXU enrollment documents: www.pxu.org/coding

Submission of Application Documents:

Email: Completed Application Packets may be submitted online via email to: pca@phoenixunion.org. If

submitted via email, please be sure you receive an email confirmation of receipt.

Mail or Hand Delivery: Completed Application Packets may be mailed or hand-delivered in a sealed

envelope to: Phoenix Coding Academy, 4445 N. Central Ave., Phoenix AZ 85012. Please be sure to obtain

a receipt when you hand-deliver your Application Packet. Hand-delivered Application Packets must be

received no later than 4:00 p.m. on January 29, 2021 for priority application status.

We recommend that you maintain a copy of all application documents submitted to Coding Academy.

Non-Discrimination Statement

Phoenix Union High School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national

origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or immigration status in

admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of their operations and provides

equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The lack of English language skills shall

not be a barrier to admission or participation in the District’s activities and programs.

PUHSD seeks to ensure that students and their parents/legal guardians have equal access to its programs.

Students or parents/legal guardians requiring special assistance to complete the open enrollment

application or enrollment process (e.g. language assistance, assistance due to a disability) are invited to

contact the ESS Department at (602) 764-1025 or [email protected]. Please provide reasonable

advance notice of your needs whenever possible.

Student Interviews, Work Sample & Essay

The following items will be done in person, by phone, or live virtual meeting and not required with the

initial application:

• Interview: The student will be asked to participate in a short conversational interview with PCA

staff (e.g. teachers, counselors, the Principal or other staff).

• Student work sample: The student will bring a sample of something created to share with the

interview team. The work sample may be related to a subject of the student’s choosing from

school or personal interest. Examples include, but are not limited to: A drawing, poem, software

program, webpage, school project, video, song or music, writing sample.

• Essay: The student will be asked to type one essay of 500 words or less after being provide with

a prompt. Adult assistance will not be permitted (other than any language or disability related

accommodations that may be required by law).

Application Timelines

Nov. 6, 2021 – Priority Application Window

January 21, 2022

All applications received by Jan. 21, 2022 will be given priority status. Student interviews will be scheduled

for students who submitted a complete application packet by January 21, 2022.

By Feb. 18, 2022 Notification of priority application status mailed to students

Students will be notified of their application status by mail. Students will be notified of acceptance,

placement on the wait list, or non-acceptance.

Please note: Coding Academy will continue to accept applications and schedule interviews until enrollment

capacity has been reached. If there are more qualified applicants than spaces available, a lottery will

be used to select students for enrollment. After a lottery, a wait list will be maintained for

qualified applicants in the event that openings in enrollment occur. A lottery will again be used

to fill any new openings.

May 2022 Coding Academy New Student Open House (In person and/or live stream)

July 2022 New Student Orientation at school

Parent and Student Agreements

Parent/Guardian Application Agreement

I understand that parent/adult support is critical to the academic success of students. I also understand

that the Phoenix Coding Academy curriculum will require regular use of a student-assigned laptop

computer and Internet access.

I agree to partner with Phoenix Coding Academy staff in the education of my child and further to support

academic interventions if they become necessary.

My signature below indicates that all of the information in the Phoenix Coding Academy Application

Packet that I provided is complete and true. I understand that providing false information may result in

denial or revocation of admission.

I have read the above information and I understand the application process for Phoenix Coding Academy.

Parent/Guardian Signature: __________________________________________Date: _______________

Parent/Guardian (Print): ____________________________________________

Parent email: _________________________________________

Preferred contact method: phone __ text ___ email ___

Student Application Agreement

I would like to attend Phoenix Coding Academy and understand that if I am selected to attend, I must put

forth my best effort every day and will comply with the PXU Student Handbook.

My signature below indicates that all of the information in the Phoenix Coding Academy Application

Packet that I provided is complete and true. I understand that providing false information may result in

denial or revocation of admission.

I have read the above information and I understand the application process for Phoenix Coding Academy.

Applicant’s Signature: ________________________________________________Date: _____________

Student (Print): ___________________________________________

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