From Deseret News archives:
Charter schools blossom
Ogden Preparatory Academy, grades K-5, Ogden. This school offers a Spanish as a second language program where students learn conversational Spanish and learn how to thrive in the global community.
Pinnacle Canyon, grades K-8, Helper. The school focuses on academic development as well as character development to help students gain confidence to live a successful life.
Ranches Academy, grades K-6, Eagle Mountain. Structured to provide a rich academic experience for students at all learning levels.
Reagan Academy, grades K-8, Springville. Named after Ronald Reagan, the school offers debate teams, speech contests and guest speakers to help students develop into active responsible citizens.
Salt Lake Arts Academy, grades 5-8, Salt Lake City. Aims to train youths to become their communities' future designers and decisionmakers through an arts-, academics- and action-rooted education.
Success Academy, grades 9-12, Cedar City. Located on Southern Utah University's campus, the school targets underserved populations and emphasizes math, science and computer science along with concurrent college enrollment.
Success School, grades 7-12, Taylorsville. Teaches at-risk students basic skills, critical concepts and challenging content in different learning styles.
Summit Academy, grades K-6, Sandy. Focuses on rigor in a variety of subjects and developing individual student talents and interests.
Thomas Edison Charter-North, grades K-8, Logan. The school focuses on foundational skills for elementary students and provides a solid foundation in literary skills using a phonics approach.
Thomas Edison Charter-South, grades K-7, Providence. The school aims to provide all students with the fundamental knowledge, tools and discipline to become reputable citizens and high achievers focused on elemental skills development and strong parental involvement.
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