Newsletter

We have entered the period of high-stakes testing! All students in grades 3 through 8 have commenced the computerized version of the AASA state assessment. Additionally, our 5th and 8th graders have successfully completed the computerized AZSci assessment. This week remains dedicated to testing, and teachers will continue to require your support to ensure that students perform to the best of their abilities.

Please consult the calendar to confirm that your children attend school on time during their testing days. It is important to note that students who participate in make-up testing tend to perform less effectively than those who test with their peers.

We are committed to fostering a positive atmosphere on campus throughout this testing period. Please ensure that your children arrive at school punctually each day, are well rested, and maintain a positive mindset. They will benefit from additional breaks
throughout the day.

Continue to reassure your children of their preparedness for these assessments and express our confidence in their abilities to succeed.

Furthermore, we would like to remind you of our upcoming Family Fun Night Celebration, which will honor the 30th anniversary of the Mesa Arts Academy. We invite you to join us on April 25, 2025.

Lastly, I would like to congratulate our outstanding Color Guard students for their impressive performance in competition. Keep up the excellent work!

With deepest appreciation,

Joyce Oyer

We hope the new year has begun positively for each of you. Here at Mesa Arts Academy, we are engaged in daily learning and activities.

Our commitment is to foster a positive environment and to create the best possible learning atmosphere. High-quality instruction and student learning remain our top priorities. Every initiative at Mesa Arts Academy is designed to facilitate student success in various areas, extending well beyond their time with us. The partnership between school and home is essential for student achievement, and we hope your children feel safe and supported during this pivotal and occasionally challenging period in their development. Should you have any questions or concerns, we encourage you to reach out to us.

It is difficult to believe that we have already surpassed the halfway mark of the academic year. Students have acclimated to their routines and are familiar with our school-wide expectations. Our teachers have diligently worked to create meaningful learning experiences while emphasizing our behavioral standards. Consistency and predictability are critical factors in fostering student success, as in maintaining a calm learning environment to enhance focus.

A reminder regarding attendance: the bell rings at 8:25 am, and school begins promptly at 7:30 am. Students must be in their classrooms by 7:30 am to avoid being marked absent / tardy. When a student arrives late, they miss valuable time with both their classmates and teachers, as many educators utilize this period for team-building and community engagement. After 7:30 am, parents must sign their child in at the front office.

We are grateful for the opportunity to work with your students each day. Thank you for allowing us to contribute to their development.

Thank you for being an integral part of the Mesa Arts Academy family.

With deepest appreciation,

Joyce Oyer

Happy New Year! Parents and MAA families, please see our January Newsletter for information about MAA Arizona Tax Credit, recent MAA events, our upcoming events, Alice in Wonderland Jr., and more!