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SCHOOL PROFILE Rancho Solano Preparatory School is a leading private boarding school in Arizona only 20 minutes from downtown Phoenix. Interactive, discussion-based classes feature small groups and individualized instruction. FACILITIES Rancho Solano Preparatory’s Upper School is one of the newest, most innovative educational facilities in the country. The sports facilities features a regulation college length basketball floor, a weight room, fields, and outdoor courts. SPORTS AND ARTS Popular sports at Rancho Solano Preparatory School include lacrosse and basketball (for boys and girls) and volleyball (for girls). They also have a successful ESports team. Members of the high school perform regularly in festivals, concerts, and competitions as part of the fine arts program. Rancho Solano offers unique course options such as Global Art and Cultures and Character Design Animation. AWARDS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS Rancho Solano Preparatory School is the only private school in the greater Phoenix area to receive International Baccalaureate Diploma authorization. DORMITORIES AND STUDENT LIFE Student housing accommodates two to four students per room and features fitness rooms, laundry facilities, and full amenities such as kitchens, televisions, and internet. Students have access to on-campus registered nurses, counselors, and physicians. Visit School Site: <a href="http://www.ranchosolano.com/">Rancho Solano Preparatory School</a> Visit City Site: <a href="https://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/">Scottsdale, Arizona</a>

DISTRICT PROFILE Scottsdale Unified School District is one of the best in the state; five of its high schools accept international high school students. The district offers the prestigious International Baccalaureate Diploma, award-winning arts programs, career and technical education, and STEM programs. Scottsdale high schools provide a comprehensive American experience. FACILITIES Many of the district’s impressive campus facilities have been recently updated and feature modern computer labs, theaters, career centers, athletic facilities, and production labs. SPORTS AND ARTS Competitive sports teams in the district including soccer and baseball have won a total of five state championships in the last two years. Students in grades 9-11 can participate in sports. Students have ample opportunities for creative growth including an award-winning advertising and media arts programs, an award-winning theater program, and a culinary arts career education program. AWARDS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS One of the district’s high schools is ranked the #1 high school in Arizona by Newsweek. It is also the only school in Arizona with student winners of the Siemens Westinghouse Competition and Intel Science Talent Search, two of the most prestigious science competitions in the U.S. One high school in the district has the only Arizona high school drama club to be invited to the world’s largest arts festival, the Edinburgh Fringe. COMMUNITY INFORMATION Located only 20 minutes outside of Phoenix, Scottsdale is an urban metropolitan city known for its consistently pleasant weather. Along with a lively downtown area, it is home to many parks and outdoor exploration opportunities. Visit School Site: <a href="https://www.susd.org/">Scottsdale Unified School District</a> Visit City Site: <a href="https://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/">Scottsdale, Arizona</a>

DISTRICT PROFILE The Mesa district high schools offer a diverse curriculum that includes biotechnology classes, STEM diplomas, an innovative computer-based distance learning course, and the prestigious International Baccalaureate Diploma. FACILITIES The District’s many beautiful campuses have newly renovated weight rooms, sports stadiums, all-weather tracks, sports fields, updated classrooms, and labs. SPORTS AND ARTS High schools in the district have won many championships in girls cross country, track, tennis, softball, and basketball as well as boys wrestling, golf and football. One high school made Sports Illustrated’s list of Top 25 High School Athletic Programs in the US. Students in grades 9-11 can participate in sports. The district has many stellar visual and performing arts programs for those students interested in expressing themselves creatively. AWARDS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS Mesa Public School District schools have received the Siemen’s Foundation Top Advanced Placement Programs and the Silver Medal School awarded by U.S. News and World Report. COMMUNITY INFORMATION Mesa is located 20 miles from Arizona’s capital city, Phoenix. Residents enjoy a wide array of parks, sports facilities, pools, golf courses, community events, festivals, and worldclass shopping and dining. Mesa is a popular destination for baseball fans because its home to the Chicago Cubs’ Spring Training Camp. Visit School Site: <a href="http://www.mpsaz.org/">Mesa Public Schools</a> Visit City Site: <a href="https://www.mesaaz.gov/">Mesa, Arizona</a>