I've been going to Heritage since 7th grade and plan to stay on through my senior year (only 2 short years away, actually). It is an absolutely wonderful school with friendly teachers that you can easily learn from, especially with the small class sizes. Their emphasis on the Founding Fathers and principles
... Read more of good government are definitely things you need to know going out into the world. Truly, it is creating America's next generation of heroes. Read less
Posted by a student on 05/05/09
I consider my children lucky for having such a top notch school so closeby. I've known people that have moved from other states just to have their kids attend Heritage. That says a lot!
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Posted by a parent on 04/01/09
I went to heritage for seventh grade and then moved but i loved everything about it and wish i could go back. I liked every teacher and i enjoyed the classes. I learned so much about American history and the latin language. ill never forget it.
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Posted by a student on 10/18/08
I loved being at Heritage Academy! I was there from 7th grade till 12th. The teachers there aren't just teaching what is in the books. They are examples of what every teacher sould be like in ever school. I cant wait to send my kids there! The clean rooms to the clean campus make for a great learning
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Posted by a student on 08/12/08
Great teachers, staff. I feel like I have many pairs of caring eyes on my children when I leave them at school under their care. They offer an extremely valuable education, not dismissing the things most schools leave out of the curriculum in order to be politically correct. They teach history as
... Read more it was. I appreciate the devoted staff and environment that Heritage provides. I have 3 children attending there and am so thankful this school is an option for us! Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/17/08
I attended Heritage Academy for six years and although at times it was tough and I didn't always agree with some of the rules, I loved it. I signed a contract before I began my schooling there and I was expected to keep that. Heritage teaches responsibility and also that our personal involvement in our
... Read more environment is mandatory if we wish to change things. The teachers are very personable and genuinely care. Its really just like a big family over there. Any child who attends there will come out stronger and more confident in their abilities. Read less
Posted by a former student on 03/28/07
I agree with all the other positive feedback given by the others - good values, safe, patriotic, respectful, etc. This is what all schools should be like. We have moved to another state and miss Heritage a great deal. The teachers are there because they want to be. The students want to be there
... Read more too. They are involved and enjoy learning all subjects. The sports programs were not very good, but that was the only down side. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/10/06
Heritage is a good school because the kids and parents are good people. It is safe, friendly, and a positive, family atmosphere. The Spanish program is weak, but they have a good variety of electives.
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Posted by a parent on 09/12/06
I found their drama/art department to be top notch. Our children were involved in the sports program. Even though it is small it provided opportunities that they probably wouldn't have gotten elsewhere. The academic program is strong and the learning environment is wonderful. The teachers are great.
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Posted by a parent on 07/08/05
The Heritage Academy offers more than most chartered schools. It has all the required classes to get into college. They also offer drama, dance, music, band, some sports, and many other electives. The students wear uniforms. They truly care about the students.
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Mesa schools — Heritage Academy - Mesa is located at 32 S Center St, Mesa AZ 85210. 32 S Center St is in the 85210 ZIP code in Mesa, AZ The school district for Heritage Academy - Mesa is the Arizona State Charter School Board. Heritage Academy - Mesa is a Public school that serves grade levels 7 - 12.
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