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New Queen Creek prep school holding open house
QCUSD
Newell Barney Junior High in the Queen Creek Unified School District will become Newell Barney College Prep starting in fall 2024. The school will host an open house on Wednesday, March 27.
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Newell Barney Junior High will be holding an open house as it prepares to become a college preparatory junior high school starting in fall 2024.
This event takes place from 5 to 7 p.m., Wednesday, March 27 at 24937 S. Sossaman Road. Those interested can RSVP at qcnbregistrar@qcusd.org.
Starting in the upcoming school year, Newell Barney Junior High will change its name to Newell Barney College Prep
Under the new college prep model, the newly named Newell Barney College Prep will offer seventh- and eighth-grade students a curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking, problem-solving, leadership and communication skills. Students can take advanced courses, participate in extracurricular activities and leadership programs, according to the Queen Creek Unified Schools District.
The school will offer a variety of programs and resources to help students succeed in the college prep curriculum, including:
Advanced coursework: Students will have the opportunity to take advanced (honors or accelerated) courses in math, science, English, and other subjects.
STEM and leadership programs: Students will be provided opportunities to participate in Leader in Me and Project Lead the Way.
Extracurricular activities: Students can participate in various extracurricular activities, such as sports, clubs, and community service projects.
“Newell Barney College Prep is confident that this model will prepare students for success in high school, college, and careers,” the release stated.
During the open house, parents and potential students can tour the campus, meet faculty and staff members, learn more about the curriculum and explore how students can earn up to four high school credits while in junior high.
