Welcome to BASIS Mesa, home of the Supernovas!
Our tuition-free, public charter school serves students in grades K–12. We are proud to be part of the BASIS Charter Schools network which has been providing world-class education since 1998. Our campuses follow a STEM-infused, liberal arts program designed to propel your student farther than they ever thought possible.
Everyone at the Mesa campus is here to cultivate a love of learning, natural curiosity, and the desire to excel in your student. Their success is our success.
U.S. News & World Report: 2022 Best U.S. High School Rankings
- #13 in Charter High Schools
- #187 in STEM High Schools
- #66 in National Rankings
Please reserve your place by registering for any upcoming tour/event.
Mesa School Tour (K-5)
June 5 @ 8:15 am - 9:15 am MSTMesa School Tour (6-12)
June 8 @ 8:00 am - 9:00 am MSTMesa School Tour (K-5)
June 15 @ 8:15 am - 9:15 am MSTMesa School Tour (K-5)
June 16 @ 8:15 am - 9:15 am MST
Resources
- Parent/Student Handbook
- 2022 - 23 School Calendar
- 2023 - 24 School Calendar
- Curricular Materials
- Safe Return Continuity and Instructional Time Model
- AZ Department of Education Parent Rights Handbook
- COVID Mitigation Plan
- Bully, Harassment, and Discrimination Complaint Form
- Campus Visitor Policy
- BASIS Charter Schools
- Public Meetings
- ASBCS Dashboard
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School Leadership
Christopher Lester
Head of School
Christopher has been a part of the BASIS Charter Schools family since 2013. He has held both teaching and administrative roles at BASIS Scottsdale and BASIS Mesa.
- BS, Geography, Arizona State University
Tyler Williams
Head of Operations
Tyler has held the positions of Vice President of Administration and Vice President of Operations in the construction and health care sectors. He appreciates BASIS Mesa’s team-oriented environment, the focus on achievement and the high degree of professionalism.
- BA, Liberal Studies, Graceland University
Kristen Walker
Director of Primary Programs
Kristen joined the BASIS Mesa team in 2022 . She has 17+ years of experience in education, having taught all content areas for grades 4–12 and been an administrator at both elementary and high school levels.
- MA and BS, Elementary Education, Northern Arizona University
- MA, Administration and Leadership, Northern Arizona University
Sara Kubiak
Director of Academic Programs 6-12
A Phoenix native, Sara has been with BASIS Mesa since 2015. She taught math for grades 7–12 before moving into the Director of Academic Programs for grades 6–12.
- BA, Mathematics, Arizona State University
Beverly Hackett
Director of Upper School Program
Beverly joined BASIS Mesa in 2018 as the Dean of Students for grades 5–8. She moved into the role of Director of Student Affairs in 2020. Prior to joining BASIS Charter Schools, she taught math in the public school system for 8 years.
- MA, Elementary Education, University of Phoenix
- BA, Human Services Business Management, University of Phoenix
