BASIS Mesa

Our newest Supernova teachers had a great week at BASIS Ed Summer Institute and are excited to meet their new students and families!

Do you have a kindergarten-ready child? Are you ready to be the parent of a kindergartener? 😬 First day of schools questions are normal and BASIS Charter Schools is here to help everyone feel prepared!

🚀Get ready for the first day of kindergarten when you read our blog about the classrooms at #1 public charter school network.

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School will be back in session before you know it! ✏️ 📚 🎓Join BASIS Charter Schools on Thursday, July 18th at 6:00 P.M. for a FREE Virtual Information Session and learn about our outstanding network of tuition-free, public charter schools.

We will show you how our STEM-infused, liberal arts curriculum, the BASIS culture, and extracurricular activities make BASIS the nation’s #1 public school network.

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Join us on Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 6:00 P.M. for a FREE Virtual Information Session. Learn about the BASIS Charter Schools network of tuition-free, public charter schools.

Our team will show you how our STEM-infused, liberal arts curriculum, the BASIS culture, and extracurricular activities make BASIS the nation’s #1 public school network.

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Grab a hotdog and cue the fireworks!🇺🇸🌭🎇 BASIS Charter Schools wishes you and yours a happy 4th of July. Let freedom ring!

Congratulations Matteo H. for being honored by the Arizona State Board of Education! 🏅 🌵 🍎

"It was my pleasure to join Matteo and his family this past Monday, as he was recognized by the Arizona State Board of Education for being selected as a U.S. Presidential Scholar. They opened their session by introducing Matteo and he gave a wonderful speech regarding his BASIS Charter School journey and promising future.

It was very impressive to see Matteo speak confidently in front of the State Board." - Christopher Lester, BASIS Mesa Head of School

Did you know that 82% of parents with children ages 6–17, wish their child would read more books for fun? 📖 If you're one of them, visit our blog to learn how you can foster a love of reading with your student this summer!

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🧠👷🏼‍♀️ At BASIS Charter Schools, we pride ourselves on our advanced STEM-based curriculum and the passionate educators who inspire our students in engineering classes, electives, and extracurriculars. In celebration of International Women in Engineering Day, meet one of our incredible Engineering teachers—Laina Moussallem from BASIS Phoenix Central!

Read our interview below to learn more about Ms. Moussallem and her perspective on women in engineering.

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Celebrating International Women in Engineering Day With Engineering Teacher Laina Moussallem International Women in Engineering Day is celebrated every year on June 23. Read our interview with Engineering teacher Laina Moussallem to learn more about her perspective on women in engineering.

Are you searching for a school that embraces creative thinking, innovation, and problem solving? 🧠 ✏️ Join BASIS Charter Schools on Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 6:00 P.M. (MST) for a FREE Virtual Information Session.

Learn about our award-winning, K-12 public charter schools, our STEM-infused and liberal arts-based curriculum, and how we cultivate a student’s desire to expand their knowledge base.

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Join BASIS Charter Schools at the Children’s Learning & Play Festival on Saturday, June 29th for a day of fun at West World of Scottsdale! 🔬🎨📚🧠 Bring the whole family to enjoy FREE educational experiences, PBS characters, authors, illustrators, STEAM educators, live performances, wildlife exhibits, and much more.

Thank you to Arizona PBS and McDowell Sonoran Conservancy for hosting this event.

Hey Pre-K parents! Chances are that nearby BASIS Charter Schools offer both full-day and half-day options for kindergarten. But what’s the difference? 🔍Let's take a closer look at the benefits of our full-day versus half-day kindergarten programs.

🍎Interested in enrolling your future kindergartener at BASIS Charter Schools? Visit our blog to see what makes our kindergarten program unique.

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Today, we celebrate freedom, resilience and the rich history of African American culture. Let's honor this day by committing every day to stand for liberty and justice for all!

Congratulations to BASIS Educational Ventures Scholarship winner, Connor O. from BASIS Mesa! 🎓

Valued at $5,000, this scholarship is awarded to graduating BASIS Charter School seniors who display academic excellence in the development and ex*****on of their Senior Projects. BASIS Educational Ventures Scholarship recipients can use their $5,000 prize towards tuition at any four-year college or university.

Comment to congratulate Connor on his Senior Project that explores the art of forging medieval armor.

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BASIS Charter Schools is proud to announce the BASIS Educational Ventures Scholarship for the Class of 2024! Valued at $5,000, this scholarship was awarded to graduating BASIS Charter School seniors who displayed academic excellence in the development and ex*****on of their Senior Projects.

Unique to BASIS Charter Schools, Senior Projects consist of 10 weeks of off-campus, high-level research on an approved topic. Scholarship winners were selected from a pool of remarkable students by Peter Bezanson, CEO and Co-Chairman of BASIS Educational Ventures, and Patti Bezanson, Co-Chairman of BASIS Educational Ventures.

Learn more about our Ventures Scholars and their Senior Projects when you visit our blog.

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BASIS Charter Schools is pleased to recognize BASIS Mesa sophomore, Sascha R. for her service as Miss Juneteenth Arizona 2023 👑

During her reign, Sascha founded TEENgage, a youth summit for political engagement, spoke at ASU’s MLK Day of Service celebration, and recently received a Junior Achievement of Arizona award. We are proud to celebrate Sascha's amazing leadership skills that she’s shown over the past year.

Sascha will crown Miss Juneteenth 2024 on Friday, June 14th at the Chandler Center for the Arts.

Hey BASIS parents! ☀️ Did you know that the summer before senior year is the perfect time for your student to pursue meaningful activities that will help them stand out on college applications?

Visit our blog to view our recommended list of summer activities that demonstrate student leadership skills, academic excellence, and a commitment to community.

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Looking for a globally competitive, tuition-free, K-12 education for your child? 📚🍎 🌎 Join BASIS Charter Schools on Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 6:00 P.M. (MST) for a FREE Virtual Information Session.

Learn about our award-winning schools, our STEM-infused and liberal arts-based curriculum, and how we develop a lifelong love of learning in our students.

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Congratulations to the BASIS Mesa Economics Challenge team on an impressive run to a 3rd place finish in the National Economics Challenge! Our team is comprised of Frank L. (class of 2024), Vinesh K. (11), Elias C. (10), and Daniel Y. (10) and led by coach Mr. Thorson.

BASIS Mesa K-12 students WOWED their "guests" with their spectacular performance of Beauty and the Beast Jr.! Congratulations to the entire cast on successful student-led performances with the endless support of Ms. Nelson, Ms. Brown, and our Fine Arts team.

Interested in finding a new school for your child? 🎒 ✏️ 📓 Join BASIS Charter Schools, the #1 Public School Network, on Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 6:00 P.M. (MST) for a FREE Virtual Information Session.

Learn and ask questions about our tuition-free, K-12 public charter school network while discovering what makes our award-winning schools stand out from the rest.

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At BASIS Charter Schools, we seek to develop a love of learning in our students and reinforce their classroom lessons with homework. Why? Homework helps students master concepts and prepare for future lessons. From Kindergarten to 12th grade, our students participate in homework that reinforces key concepts, teaches time management skills, develops responsibility and independence, and prepares students for college.

Visit our newest blog post to learn more about the meaningful and purposeful homework lessons taught at BASIS Charter Schools.

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Homework at BASIS Charter Schools: Why We Value Homework Learn more about the positive effects of homework and the homework expectations at BASIS Charter Schools.

Join the #1 Public School Network on Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 6 p.m. (MST) for a FREE Virtual Information Session. Learn all about our tuition-free, K-12 public charter school network and discover how we're preparing for the 2024–2025 school year.

Don’t miss this opportunity to get an inside look at BASIS Charter Schools from the comfort of your home!

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The entire BASIS Charter Schools network would like to express our gratitude to all of those who have served, continue to serve, and protect our freedom. 🇺🇲 Let us honor and celebrate the brave Americans who gave the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. We wish everyone a safe and happy Memorial Day Weekend!
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Join the #1 Public School Network on Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 6 p.m. (MST) for a FREE Virtual Information Session. Learn all about our tuition-free, K-12 public charter school network and discover how we're preparing for the 2024–2025 school year!

Don’t miss this opportunity to get an inside look at BASIS Charter Schools from the comfort of your home!

RSVP today when you sign up on Eventbrite.

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Huge THANK YOU to all our families and sponsors who made our 2024 Founders’ Circle Gala a success!

From donors and stakeholders to school leaders and teachers, all enjoyed listening to BASIS Chandler’s String Quartet as well as our Keynote Speakers, Dr. Mirissa Price (2010 BASIS Tucson alumna) and Dr. Craig Barrett, President and Chairman of BASIS Charter Schools, Inc.

Dr. Price shared her admirable journey starting as a BASIS student, but now a Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist with The American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, the Interim Program Director of The Pediatric Dental Residency, AND an Assistant Professor at Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry in Nashville. Of course, Dr. Barrett was excited to announce our most recent U.S. News & World Report rankings as he shared stories starting from “the beginning” of BASIS Charter Schools.

If you were unable to attend our gala this year, we missed you and hope to see you there next spring!

�On behalf of our Annual Teacher Fund, THANK YOU to everyone involved in our 2024 BASIS Charter School Founders’ Circle Gala!

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BASIS Mesa is thrilled to share that our very own Greg Thorson has been named a Distinguished Teacher through the U.S. Presidential Scholar Program. 2024 U.S. Presidential Scholar Award recipient, Matteo H., nominated Mr. Thorson.

“Mr. Thorson's work speaks for itself, but as we also well know, it is his passion for our students' growth and success that I find to be his greatest quality.” - Christopher Lester, BASIS Mesa, Head of School

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The U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona announced that two out of three 2024 U.S. Presidential Scholars from Arizona are BASIS Charter School students! Congratulations to BASIS Mesa's Matteo H., and BASIS Scottsdale's Sruti P. for their outstanding achievements, commitment to academic success, excellence in the arts and in technical education.

Learn more about this prestigious award when you visit our blog.

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It's graduation season at BASIS Charter Schools! 🎓 🎉 Visit our blog and take a look inside our senior's final year at BASIS.

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Congratulations to 2024 U.S. Presidential Scholar Award recipient, Matteo H. of BASIS Mesa!

The entire BASIS Charter Schools network is proud to have not one, but TWO of Arizona’s three best high school seniors. BASIS Scottsdale senior Sruti P. joins Matteo as a U.S. Presidential Scholar Award recipient. You both represent the best of our nation’s schools and inspire hope in the bright future of this country.

The 2024 U.S. Presidential Scholars are comprised of the top students from each state, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, and U.S. families living abroad, as well as 15 chosen at-large, 20 scholars in the arts and 20 scholars in career and technical education.

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Teacher Appreciation Week is almost over but the celebration of educators isn't! 🥳

BASIS Charter School teachers play an essential role in shaping the futures of our students. In addition to teaching crucial skills like literacy and math, they teach our students how to think critically, how to collaborate with others, and how to overcome obstacles.

Celebrate your favorite BASIS teachers by writing a thoughtful letter, giving a handmade gift, donating school supplies, volunteering, or giving a gift to the Annual Teachers Fund. 100% of funds donated to the Annual Teacher Fund go towards performance-based compensation for our teachers.

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Teacher Appreciation Day: What Is It and How Can You Show Your Appreciation? Teacher Appreciation Day is celebrated in May each year. This is the perfect time to thank your child’s teachers for all of their hard work and dedication!