Choosing Your School

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How to Enroll at BASIS When Moving to Arizona

Moving can be challenging—but finding a great school shouldn’t be! At BASIS Charter Schools, we make the enrollment process as simple as possible for families getting ready to move to Arizona.
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Parents’ Guide to Washington, D.C. Charter Schools

The popularity of DC charter schools began taking off in the 2000s. Learn about the history of DC charter schools, how they are funded, and how to enroll.
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Parents’ Guide to Louisiana Charter Schools

Charter schools play an important role in Louisiana's education system. Here's what Louisiana parents need to know about the state's charter schools.
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What Is Open Enrollment for Charter Schools?

Open Enrollment is when charter school applications open for a new school year. By using a lottery and waitlist system, charter schools can ensure that enrollment is fair for all families.
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Parents’ Guide to Arizona Charter Schools

In 1994, Arizona became the 11th state in the country to pass a charter school law. Learn how many students are enrolled in Arizona charter schools, how they are funded and more.
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How Do Charter Schools Work?

Despite the rising popularity of charter schools in the U.S., many parents do not fully understand what they are. Learn how charter schools work and how they differ from traditional public schools and private schools.
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What Are Parent Booster Clubs?

Our parent Booster Clubs are run entirely by parent volunteers. Throughout the year, Booster Clubs plan a variety of events and fundraisers. Learn more and find out how you can get involved.
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BASIS Charter Schools: The Next Step for Montessori Students

BASIS Charter Schools and Montessori schools both place a strong emphasis on helping children become confident, independent learners. Learn about the similarities and differences between BASIS and Montessori.
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Applying to BASIS Charter Schools: New Students and Transfer Students

Whether you’re looking to start at the beginning of the school year or begin mid-way through the year, we have answers to your enrollment questions!
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What to Expect as a Kindergarten Parent at BASIS Charter Schools

Is your child getting ready to start kindergarten this fall? Here is a detailed look at what to expect as a new kindergarten parent at BASIS Charter Schools.
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Full-Day vs. Half-Day Kindergarten: Which Is Right for Your Family?

Elementary schools in the U.S. commonly offer both full-day and half-day options for kindergarten. As a parent, you might be wondering if there’s an advantage in picking one type of kindergarten program over another.
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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.
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What Senior Year Looks Like at BASIS Charter Schools

Senior year consists of post-AP capstone courses, college counseling, and an off-campus Senior Project. Learn more about what makes our senior year experience so unique.
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What Is the Annual Teacher Fund?

By donating to the Annual Teacher Fund, you can directly support BASIS Charter School teachers. Learn more about the Annual Teacher Fund is and how it works.
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Revolutionizing Education: An Interview With BASIS Educational Ventures CEO Peter Bezanson

Peter Bezanson, CEO and Co-Chairman of BASIS Educational Ventures, appeared the Future of Education podcast to discuss how BASIS is transforming the education landscape.
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Everything You Need to Know About School Tours

BASIS Charter Schools proudly offers tours to prospective families. Learn what to expect from these school tours and how to prepare.
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Watch Our Kindergarten Information Session

On July 19, 2023, we held a virtual information session for prospective BASIS Charter School families in Arizona, titled “How to Select the Right Kindergarten." Watch the recording of the info session, featuring interviews with teachers, parents, and students.
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Learn Why 500+ Families Packed Into Our Info Session

More than 500 families logged into our virtual information session to learn more about BASIS Charter schools. Speakers included: Peter Bezanson, BASIS Educational Ventures CEO, Heidi Bruce, BASIS Peoria Primary Head of School, and Rachana Gurudu, BASIS Scottsdale alumnus and U.S. Presidential Scholar recipient.
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A Day in the Life of a BASIS Charter School Kindergartner

Are you sending your little one off to kindergarten soon? In this article, Early Education Teachers from BASIS Scottsdale Primary East discuss what an average day looks like inside our kindergarten classrooms.
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No Sticks, No Stones: BASIS Charter Schools Stands Up to Bullying

Bullying is a form of aggressive behavior in which someone intentionally and repeatedly causes another injury or discomfort. Read how BASIS Charter Schools works to prevent bullying both inside and outside of the classroom.
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Learning Like a Boss: Student Success at BOSS Camp

Find out how BASIS Charter Schools' BOSS Camp prepares incoming students for academic success in lower and upper grades.
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The Culture of BASIS Charter Schools: A Student’s Perspective

In this video interview, a senior from BASIS Peoria discusses the culture of BASIS Charter Schools.
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Laying the Foundation for Success: A Parent’s Perspective

Hear from a BASIS Peoria parent who discusses how BASIS Charter Schools is laying a foundation for success.
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What is BASIS?

We asked teachers and students to explain what BASIS means to them: here's the answers we got.
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Meet BASIS Charter School Alumna Katie Wood

Hear from BASIS Scottsdale alumna speaker Katie Wood as she discusses the rewards of a career in Civil Engineering.