WHO WE ARE
Our Mission
At New Growth Academy in Casa Grande, Arizona, we are a trauma-informed K–12 microschool dedicated to supporting students with special needs through personalized, hands-on learning. Our mission is to empower every learner by combining individualized education plans (IEPs) with a strong emphasis on social-emotional growth and adaptive instruction.
We provide a nurturing environment where small class sizes—8 students or fewer—allow for focused attention, emotional safety, and flexible learning. Here, students have the space to connect, regulate, and learn at their own pace, building both confidence and academic skills. At New Growth Academy, every child’s growth is our priority.
Discover the Power of New Growth Academy
Innovative Curriculum
- Instruction tailored to your child’s academic level and emotional needs
- Lessons adjusted in real time based on engagement and regulation
- Focus on progress, confidence, and skill mastery — not pressure
- Individualized learning plans that grow with your child
Hands On Sensory Learning
- Daily learning through movement, manipulatives, and exploration
- Flexible seating and sensory tools to support focus and regulation
- Project-based and real-world learning experiences
- Designed for children who struggle with traditional sit-and-sit classrooms
Social Emotional Learning
- Explicit teaching of coping skills and emotional regulation
- Support for communication, peer interaction, and self-advocacy
- Trauma-informed, calm, and supportive responses to behavior
- Emphasis on emotional safety, confidence, and resilience
Trauma Informed Teaching
- Emotional safety and trust are prioritized before academics
- Predictable routines and clear expectations reduce anxiety
- De-escalation and calm responses to challenging behavior
- Crisis-prevention trained staff focused on regulation, not punishment
- Supportive relationships that help students feel seen and understood
Curriculum Content
Community Engagement
- Instruction in English Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies
- Adaptive pacing based on individual skill levels
- Multi-sensory and hands-on approaches across all subjects
- Real-world connections to increase engagement and understanding
- Focus on foundational skills, confidence, and long-term growt
Community Engagement
Community Engagement
- Opportunities to practice social skills in real-world settings
- Community-based learning experiences and projects
- Emphasis on kindness, responsibility, and belonging
- Helping students feel connected to their school and community
- Building confidence beyond the classroom environment
What Makes Us Unique
Small Class Size. Big Support.
Small Class Size. Big Support.
Small Class Size. Big Support.
- Maximum of 8 students per class for individualized attention
- Strong student-teacher relationships built on trust and consistency
- Immediate support when students need help or regulation
- Fewer distractions and reduced classroom overwhelm
- Instruction tailored daily to each student’s needs
Emotional Safety Comes First
Small Class Size. Big Support.
Small Class Size. Big Support.
- Trauma-informed and crisis-prevention trained approach
- Focus on de-escalation, predictability, and trust-building
- Calm, structured spaces that support emotional regulation
- Clear routines and consistent expectations to reduce anxiety
- Supportive relationships that help students feel safe and understood
- Use of positive behavior support
- Trauma-informed and crisis-prevention trained approach
- Focus on de-escalation, predictability, and trust-building
- Calm, structured spaces that support emotional regulation
- Clear routines and consistent expectations to reduce anxiety
- Supportive relationships that help students feel safe and understood
- Use of positive behavior supports, including token boards and student-centered motivation
- Teaching replacement behaviors through encouragement and clear guidance
- Emphasis on developing lifelong coping skills and social-emotional growth
Multi-age Group Learning
Small Class Size. Big Support.
Multi-age Group Learning
- Students grouped by learning level, not just age or grade
- Reduced pressure and comparison between peers
- Opportunities for peer modeling, collaboration, and leadership
- Flexible pacing that allows students to grow without feeling behind
- Supports both academic progress and social development
K-12
Grade Levels Served
Students work at their instructional level rather than being limited by grade‑level expectations. Learning plans are individualized to support growth academically and emotionally.
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Enrollment Information
How to Enroll:
- Complete Online Request for Information
- Schedule a Tour and Consultation
- Complete Registration Packet
Contact Us:
Have questions or need help with ESA funding? Reach out via phone, email, or our website form—our team will guide you every step of the way.