I had two students who went thru FJA from 2nd thru 8th grade. They never complained about getting up in the morning and going to school! Their teachers really cared about not only their education but about how their day was going. I would highly recommend this school to anyone searching out a quality
... Read more caring school. My kids are very prepared for high school thanks to FJA. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/14/09
Great School. Nice and caring teachers. Wish we would not have moved. My daughter misses this school so much.
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Posted by a parent on 04/28/09
The teachers are uniformly spectacular and deeply devoted to the welfare and learning of their students. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said for the principal. She has driven many wonderful teachers from the school in recent years. Regardless, my son has recieved an excellent education.
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Posted by a parent on 06/13/08
the quality of education at this school is variable. there are a few very good teachers and a couple of others who probably couldn't get a job elsewhere. cramped spaces, overcrowding and sometimes very difficult kids. often disorganized and the kids can easily fall behind, especially in math. consider
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Posted by a parent on 02/22/08
FJA is an excellent choice for junior high! My son has done marvelous there FJA is a small and intimate school. The teachers are dedicated and hard working and while nothing or no school is perfect any minor issue we had were resolved through open communication with the staff. I can honestly say
... Read more that my son has flourished. We feel fortunate to have spent our Junior High years with Mr. Clark, Mr. McQuaide, Mr. Gomez, Mr. Ruch, Mr. T, Mr. Wilson, Ms. Hart, Mrs. Rhinne, Tony, and our principal Mrs. Ambrose! Thank you for helping my son through those awkward junior high years. We think FJA is a 10 + school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/07/08
FJA has some of the finest teachers who have a passion for educating their students. Unfortunately, the principal lacks in leadership and can be very unprofessional in handling her job. Teachers hands are tied when it comes to working to make the school better since their voices are seldom heard. The
... Read more school would be absolutely amazing if everyone (parents, teachers, students, and administration) could all cooperate to maximize FJA 's potential as the best school in Flagstaff. That said, if it were not for the amazing teachers, I don't think this school would be as successful as it is without them. Read less
Posted by a other on 10/15/07
I'v only had esperience with the middle school, but I have nothing good to say about the principal. FJA is supposed to be a communtiy. I would not reccommend this school to anyone.
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Posted by a former student on 04/07/06
The elementary program here at FJA makes a great environment. Our son is very happy here, learning and being positively supported through his education!
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Posted by a parent on 11/16/05
FJA has the best preschool/kindergarten in Northern AZ. Barbara Dornan, the master Montessori teacher of The Children's House program gives each of her students the opportunity to become individuals that learn to love 'learning.' My son is a second year kindergartner with special needs and was
... Read more unable to read/write/or count as of October '04 when I moved here. I am amazed to see my son reading, writing, and now conquering multiplication all due to the Montessori Philosophy. His confidence/progress is sky rocketing under the direction of Ms. Dornan and the Children's House Staff. Although it is a tuition based program for preschool, I would recommend you observe the class and see how magical it really is. These educators at FJA give more than just teaching, but more importantly of themselves to all the children. I am thankful&honored to have my child be part of such a wonderful community. Read less
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Flagstaff schools — Flagstaff Junior Academy is located at 306 W Cedar Ave, Flagstaff AZ 86001. 306 W Cedar Ave is in the 86001 ZIP code in Flagstaff, AZ The school district for Flagstaff Junior Academy is the Arizona State Charter School Board. Flagstaff Junior Academy is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 8.
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