JMPS School Profile

Our History:
James Madison Preparatory School opened its doors in the fall of 2000. Fifty-three students showed up on the first day, a tree was planted, and Madison Prep became real. JMPS had received its charter from the State Charter Board a year earlier, having received the highest score ever given for a charter school application up to that time. The first year only 9th, 10th, and 11th graders populated the campus, but by Year Two, the school had grown to include 7th, 8th, and 12th graders, too. Learn more...

Our Mission Statement:
We will challenge committed students with a robust, traditional education emphasizing America's history and system of government. The school combines a classical course of study with real world knowledge and skills. Preparing to embrace their future as citizens and leaders, these young stewards of our national heritage will discover freedom's promise and the necessity of sound character. We will work to promote America's virtues: Self-reliance, Honesty, Integrity, Courage, Respectfulness, Strong Work Ethic, and Responsibility. Learn more...

Code of Conduct:
Madison Prep students will be expected to behave themselves in a civil and courteous manner at all times. Students and teachers alike will treat each other with respect. Students who choose to disrupt a class or cause trouble on campus will be dealt with firmly, justly, and consistently. The school reserves the right to exercise reasonable judgment as an individual circumstance might dictate. Learn more...

Dress Code:
Schools with an enforced dress code tend to be places that are more serious about learning, with students more focused on their schoolwork.  The tone at these schools is more businesslike than at schools where students wear whatever they want.  This atmosphere promotes better discipline and attendance, which lead to higher achievement.   Learn More...

FAQ's:
What is a charter school?
A charter school is a publicly funded, privately run school that is sanctioned (or chartered) by the State of Arizona. Charter schools must follow certain basic state regulations, but they are free to make independent decisions about schedules, calendars, curriculum, and much more. Essentially, a charter school is its own school district.  More questions...

Faculty/Staff:
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Handbooks:
James Madison Preparatory School provides three handbooks. Follow the links below to download the Extracurricular Handbook, the Junior High Family Handbook, and the High School Family Handbook.  Download Handbooks...

Chores:
Students will be assigned specific daily responsibilities for the cleaning and upkeep of the school.  These assignments will take effect during the school day and should last only a few minutes.  Students will not be involved in cleaning jobs involving solvents and/or chemical cleaners. Learn More... 

Assembly:
Each school day includes a morning assembly between first and second periods at which all students and staff members take part in the Pledge of Allegiance, a moment of quiet reflection, announcements, and other presentations that promote learning and the Code of Conduct. Learn More... 

Houses:
Students at Madison Prep are placed into “houses,” which are also called “homerooms” or “advisor groups.”  The high school has six houses, and the junior high has four.  Each house holds approximately 17 students, and one faculty member is assigned to every house.  The faculty advisor serves as the contact person between the school and the parents.  The advisors work with the students in their group to help guide them through their academic career and their practical college preparation. Learn More... 

Student Government:
America's system of government depends on citizen participation. Madison Prep's student government is no different, and it includes all three branches of government: executive, legislative, and judicial. Each student is required to participate in the Madison student government and is evaluated based on his/her involvement and effort. Students will receive a Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory grade each trimester. Learn More... 

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