Vista del Sur Accelerated Academy

Initial Designation: 2026

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School Details

  • Principal: Jessica Epacs
  • District: Laveen School District
  • County: Maricopa
  • Community: Suburban

Characteristics

  • Academic Excellence - Instructional strategies include a variety of challenging and engaging activities
  • Developmental Responsiveness - Meaningful parent involvement
  • Organizational Structures and Processes - Plan for school improvement that is organized, communicated, and acted upon
  • Social Equity - Every student has an adult advocate at our school

Description

Vista del Sur Accelerated Academy is a high performing school where an accelerated academic model is paired with intentional structures that ensure every student is both challenged and supported. Serving students in grades five through eight, Vista creates a culture where working above grade level is the norm and students take pride in their growth. Daily WIN Time provides targeted intervention or enrichment based on real time data, helping students close skill gaps or engage in deeper project based learning. Strong Professional Learning Communities support responsive instruction, while Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports centers on ROAR expectations, Responsible, Organized, Alert, and Respectful. Tiger Tribes build cross grade connection, CharacterStrong lessons support communication skills, and electives such as band, art, and Spanish include a pen pal exchange with peers in Spain. Vista is a spirited school where high expectations and thoughtful support help students thrive.
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