Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Roots and Wings Microschool?
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It’s a small school in my home in North Mesa. Your child gets a certified teacher who knows the state standards, in a class small enough to help each student meet their own goals.
I keep it to ten students, so the education really is customized. And you’ll hear from me constantly about how your child is progressing.
- Is this primarily computer-based learning?
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No. We learn mostly through group discussion, reading, writing, history, and hands-on science projects. Computers are helpful tools to add to that, but they don’t dominate the school day.
Kids need to learn computer skills, without playing games. Computers also help me assess levels, measure progress, and report on it. In short, I am the teacher.
- How much does it cost?
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- Tuition: covered by the Arizona Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA).
- Device: can be bought with ESA funds, and your family takes care of it.
- Educational software, high-speed internet, supplies, and field trip entry fees: I provide them.
- How does tuition work?
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Once your child is accepted, I’ll email you an invoice. In ClassWallet, you’ll choose RAWM as the school. Tuition is $1,375 per quarter, paid in advance. Partial quarters are prorated.
- What kind of laptop and software do I need?
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At minimum, a laptop with an attached keyboard that can run a web browser. I buy software licenses for each child for the year, which lets me customize learning for each one.
Our internet has a firewall, but I don’t filter websites. You may want to install software on your child’s device that does.
- Do I have to buy a pile of school supplies?
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Nope! I provide all the school supplies your child needs. And yes, we still write with paper and pencil.
- How do field trips work?
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We take field trips several times a year, and I cover any entry fees. Transportation is up to you (I don’t provide it), and carpooling is encouraged.
We need at least one adult for every four children. The more the merrier!
- What is the schedule?
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Monday through Thursday, 7:45 AM to 2:45 PM.
- Is there a referral program?