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April 22, 2026
Polaris Academy Earns Academic Accreditation with Merit and STEM Certification through COGNIA

Polaris Academy became the first autism-focused private school in Arizona to earn both Cognia Accreditation with Merit and STEM Certification, recognizing its high academic standards and innovative hands-on learning approach for neurodivergent students.

April 22, 2026
Polaris Academy Announces Expansion of Jr.High/High School Program to Smith Junior High Campus

Polaris Academy Foundation announced the expansion of its junior high and high school programs to the Smith Junior High campus, creating more space and opportunities to support the growing needs of neurodivergent students and families.

May 21, 2025
Polaris Academy Launches New Starlight Behavior Academy Initiative for Early Learners

Polaris Academy is launching Starlight Behavior Academy in Fall 2025, a supportive early learning program designed to help young children transition from individualized therapy into a structured school environment through small-group academics, routines, and ABA-supported services.

March 21, 2025
2 part parent workshop series Back by Popular Demand: Parent Workshop Series!

We’re excited to announce a 2-part workshop series just for you!

March 21, 2025
PDA Conference – Polaris Academy Presents: Autism Informational Event!

Join us on April 29th for an enlightening evening focused on supporting neurodivergent children.

March 19, 2025
Polaris Academy is Expanding to Dobson Ranch!

The Mesa Public Schools Governing Board just unanimously voted to allow Polaris Academy to open a new campus at Rhodes Jr. High.

IN THE NEWS
March 24, 2026
Mesa schools turn to unconventional partners amid enrollment declines and budget pressures

Bezos Academy and Polaris Academy are private schools housed in unused space within the Mesa School District.

February 5, 2026
Polaris Academy Earns Academic Accreditation with Merit and STEM Certification through COGNIA.

Polaris Academy proudly announces that it has received both Academic Accreditation and STEM Certification from Cognia

February 3, 2026
Mesa Public Schools leases vacant space to local private school for kids with autism

Mesa Public Schools is putting unused space at two campuses to good use by leasing it to a local private school that serves children with autism.

November 25, 2025
Mesa school district inks lease with special needs academy

Smith Junior High School in east Mesa will soon have a roommate.

September 4, 2025
Polaris Among The Stars: A Night to Celebrate and Support Autistic and Neurodivergent Children

The Polaris Academy Foundation is proud to announce its inaugural black-tie fundraising gala, Polaris Among the Stars, taking place on October 23rd.

September 4, 2025
Mesa school district inks lease with special needs academy

Smith Junior High School in east Mesa will soon have a roommate.

May 12, 2025
Polaris Academy Launches New Starlight Behavior Academy Initiative for Early Learners

Polaris Academy is proud to announce they are launching a brand new initiative "Starlight Behavior Academy" for early learners in Fall of 2025.

May 7, 2025
Polaris Academy Expands Its Reach with Dobson Ranch Location

Polaris Academy has been approved to open a new K–12 campus on the Rhodes Jr. High School property.

April 2, 2025
Polaris Academy is 1st Arizona school to earn Certified Autism Center designation

The first Autism Certified City is now home to the first school in Arizona to earn recognition as a Certified Autism Center.

February 10, 2025
Polaris Academy Becomes a Certified Autism Center™, Enhancing Services for All Students

The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) proudly awards the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation to Polaris Academy

February 10, 2025
Polaris Academy Becomes a Certified Autism Center™, Enhancing Services for All Students

The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) proudly awards the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation to Polaris Academy.

February 2, 2025
Polaris Academy: First Arizona School to earn Official Autism Center Certification

Polaris Academy is proud to announce that they have become the first school in Arizona to be recognized as a Certified Autism Center

July 26, 2024
Ribbon Cutting: Polaris Academy

Join us for this great opportunity to meet new local businesses and celebrate the success of Polaris Academy.

PODCAST: INTRODUCING POLARIS CONNECTION

The Polaris Connection is the ultimate autism parenting podcast for families, caregivers, and professionals navigating the world of autism and special needs. Each episode shares real stories, expert insights, and practical strategies to support children with autism, strengthen family life, and connect with the broader autism community. Please subscribe so you can stay connected.

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