SSA D-M Parent Testimonials 

“I do love that Sonoran has taught my daughter skills that I did not learn until I was a junior in high school: writing papers in a specific format, how to write essays, and an overall college approach to school.  She has learned that what she does now will help prepare her for college, and I am excited that she is so college focused!!!”

Jennifer Coughlin

“It is not by coincidence that Sonoran Science Academy is on Davis-Monthan AFB and that my daughter attends the school.  Had the school picked a different location, I can only hope we would have found them.  SSA has a good curriculum, caring teachers and administrative staff, and a desire by all to create a healthy climate for children to grow. The students are monitored continuously, which creates a safe learning environment. These are key factors in giving children a good education, and SSA has worked hard to achieve this standard.

 In my daughter’s 5th grade year while attending a different charter school, she was attacked by another student during recess.  I was not called, there was inadequate staff available to monitor the large student body, and the administrative staff spoke to me in a very off- handed way when the problem was addressed.  In an attempt to find a better school environment for our daughter, we went in search of a school with a desire for higher educational standards; smaller classroom sizes; and educated, caring teachers who communicate with parents as well as strive to better themselves and their students through challenges.  We found not only a great school environment for our daughter at SSA Davis-Monthan, but peace of  mind that being a part of SSA means being part of a team effort to better prepare our daughter for her future.”

Serena Compton

“I am extremely pleased with my choice to send my two children to SSA D-M.  I believe that their curriculum far surpasses what is required by the state of Arizona.  Both of my children have excelled both intellectually, as well as socially.  SSA D-M goes above and beyond by offering Advanced Math and Science Program (AMSP), STARBASE, Drama, Lego Robotics, and so much more.  I would not be able to find a more perfect match for my children in the state of Arizona.”

Tanya Zaharescu

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(3/27/2012)Congratulations to SSA D-M students, Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Sloan for their success in SARSEF this year. All of our students took home cash prizes. Chelsea West was also awarded the top prize in middle school as an ISEF observer. She will be travelling to Pittsburg this May to observe the ISEF competition. This is an all expense paid trip for herself and her parent. Please also give Chelsea a big good luck for when she represents our school at AzSEF!

(5/2/2012) First place winner Chelsea West was interviewed by Desert Lighting. [Click Here] for the article.

(2/6/2012) Mr. Tosh and his Advanced Math and Science Program team competed at MathCounts this weekend. The MATHCOUNTS Competition is a national middle school coaching and competitive mathematics program that promotes mathematics achievement through a series of fun and engaging "bee" style contests. Our team got 4th place in Tucson Chapter. They were also the most improved team. [Click here] for video.

(3/5/2012 *Update) Congratulations to Mr. Tosh and AMSP team again. Two of our students Sean Hastings and Jason Cuddeback-Roush made it to MathCounts state level.

(1/23/2012) Congratulations to our student and their coach Mr. Tosh who competed at Excellence in Mathematics Junior High Contest. There were 22 school and more than 300 students at the contest who came from all over Arizona. SSA D-M students did an amazing job. They got

3rd place among 7th graders - Individual score. 
2nd place among 7th grader - Team contest
1st place among 8th grader -  Team contest.

Go SSA D-M !

(1/23/12) We are pleased to announce that SSA's FTC Robotics team, Golden Eagles won TWO awards at last Saturday's combined Regional-State Tournament.
1. Team Captain of Tournament Finalist 2. Rocwell Collins Innovate Award 

The kids did an amazing job, and we all had a great deal of fun, too! Congratulations to the team members and their coach, Mr. Boyar and Mr. Eldar!

What a wonderful first semester we have had!  Our seventh graders have completed the first half of our Second Step Character Education curriculum.  In class we have discussed communication and practiced be assertive by improving our verbal and nonverbal communication skills. We are currently finishing up a lesson on bullying.  We have learned that there are many different types of bullying, when and how to ask for help, and the importance of being an ally. 

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. said, "Life's most persistent and urgent question is: 'What are you doing for others?'" On January 16, 2012 we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. He dedicated his life to serving his community and, as a result, made the world a better place. The Montgomery Bus Boycotts of 1955 gave him the opportunity to lead thousands of African-Americans as they peacefully protested for Civil Rights. He spent his last years continuing to working for Civil Rights, opposing the Vietnam War, and organizing a "Poor People's Campaign" as a call for economic justice. He received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964 for his service. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., at the age of 39, was assassinated on the evening of April 4, 1968, in Memphis, Tennessee.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day was first observed in 1986. In 1994, Congress designated the Martin Luther King, Jr. federal holiday as a national day of service. This day should really be a “day on, not a day off.” There are many events in Tucson to commemorate Dr. King’s birthday. One in particular is a march on Monday, January 16, 2012 that will begin at the University of Arizona at 8:30 a.m. and end at Reid Park with a festival to follow. However you choose to spend MLK day, take time to remember Dr. King’s peaceful leadership, determination for change, and his vision of equal rights for all.

The AdvancED accreditation team visited SSA Davis-Monthan in early December. After interviewing parents, community members, students, teachers and administrators; the team reviewed data supporting how SSA D-M delivers quality education. After visiting all of the classrooms, touring the school, and reviewing the data, the accreditation team presented their findings to the administrative team, as well as a representative group of stakeholders. The recommendation of the accreditation team is “full accreditation”.The final report will be completed in 30 days, at which time the recommendation of “full accreditation” will be finalized. We are excited to share the preliminary findings with you and will notify you upon receipt of the final report.

TechMagicians Lego Club participated in the regional First Lego League competition and won the Gracious Professionalism award. As a team they worked extremely hard for two months and managed to achieve 15th place in the Robot performance rounds out of 30 teams

 Huge Thanks go to our incredible volunteer team for all the dedication, enthusiasm and hard work given to ushere at Sonoran Science Academy Davis-Monthan.

An amazing 710 Volunteer hours from August to October 2011 have been recorded. Everyone at SSA D-M is very grateful for all of you who continue to give your time for so many different events and projects. We would like to recognize the following wonderful volunteers: Toni Abbott-Wise, Alan Wise, Elizabeth Perumala,Faith Brown, Tonia Johnson, Serena Compton, Christy Foster, Debbie Sloan, Diane Taylor, BJ Pritchett, Alecia Sy, Henry Burke, Yvette Lloyd, Corinne Ashbeck, Lisa Daniels, Angelina Evans, Eileen Hastings, LeeAnnHaverstock, Chad Louis, Kimberly Emmons, Shawna McKee, Melody Race, Liz Hanes, Cynthia Zulli, July Flowers, Bethann Fleming and Latricia Thornhill. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

If you would like to become a Volunteer at our school, please contact the front office @ 300-5699 to complete the Volunteer packet. 11/12/2011

Congratulations to coach Graney and the Boys Flag Football Team for their last play comeback win on Thursday, November 10 to win the Championship Game. All of the hard work paid off. Way to go, Eagles!!!!

This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave.  ~Elmer Davis

We express our most sincere gratitude to all Veterans who sacrificed so much so that the rest of us could have our freedom. Thank you for serving this country. 11/12/2011

 Lady Eagles had a super Volleyball season with a record of 16/3!! In October they competed in the Legacy Tournament and took 2nd place overall and ended up the season the first week of November taking 3rd place overall in the TIAL Championship Tournament. All the girls did a great job advancing their skills and should be very proud of the progress they made this season!! 11/11/2011

Students at Sonoran Science Academy Davis-Monthan have been working hard all school year. The long and hard work paid off for  students who progressed to the Southern Arizona Regional Science and Engineering Fair. Christopher Sloan and Amber Rood received awards for their use of the scientific method, Sean Hastings received 3rd place for 7th grade,  Reid Loeffler received 1st place for the Pflibsen Family Award.  

The FIRST tech Challenge (FTC) robotics state tournament took place at Sinagua Middle School in Flagstaff. Tournament was consist of 16 teams. After qualifying matches our team took 3rd place and got a chance to gather their own alliance.

SSA-DM's -Golden Eagles- brought 2 trophies back home.  They got FIRST Tech Challenge Inspire Award and FIRST Tech Challenge Finalist Alliance Award.

The Inspire Award is the most prestigious FTC award, and is given to the team that truly embodied the ‘challenge’ of the FTC program.  The team that receives this award is chosen by the judges as having best represented a role model FIRST Tech Challenge Team.  The team that receives this award is a top contender for all other judging categories and is a strong competitor on the field.

SSA D-M robotics team received an invitation to advance to the next level event. The World Championship will take place in St. Louis, Missouri on April 27-30.

Students from each grade level competed for first place in the school spelling bee in December. Christina Harrimon from 8th grade won spelling bee contest at our campus. Christina went on to the district spelling bee which was held on January 20, 2011 at the Broadway location.  She defeated both Broadway and Sunset spelling bee champions.  Christina will be competing in the county bee on February 19, 2011 at the Pima County Fairgrounds.

This year AMSP Winter Camp was held at University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) between December 17-21, 2010. Around 130 students and 28 staff participated in the camp from Arizona, California, Utah and Nevada. This advanced camp hosted a large spectrum of students in terms of academic levels - from beginner to national levels, targeting MathCounts, AMC, AIME and USAMO competitions. [Click Here] for pictures.

Sonoran Science Academy Davis-Monthan family enjoyed its first Winter Bazaar with teachers,students and friends.[Click Here] for pictures.

US Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords visited our campus. She gave a speech on why math and science are important. She also handed out student of the month certificates to students. Students had the chace to ask questions during assembly.

Vice Commander of the 355th Fighter Wing Colonel Brian E. Hastings visited our school at Veterans Day Assembly.

 
Sonoran Science Academy Davis-Monthan family had a great time at McTeachers night. This time SSADM staff members had a chance to serve their students food instead of knowledge. We want to thank to PAC and McDonalds for this event. [Click here] for pictures.

Lieutenant Colonel Marc Harding from 162 Fighter Wing at the Tucson Air National Guard visited our Characher Education class and gave an insight about being a pilot.

UNIFORM POLICY and DRESS CODE

Navy blue, gold, maroon polo shirts with SSA logo.
Navy blue, gold, maroon hoodies, sweatshirts or long sleeve shirts with SSA logo Any SSA team/ school issued shirts (with school design approval) i.e. PE shirts, Robotics, Mathcounts, Drama, FTC,field trip t-shirts, Academic Decathlon, etc.

Uniform Bottom:

Khaki, tan, navy blue and black pants, capris, skirts, skirts, or shorts.Skirts are to be at the top knee cap or longer and not rolled at the waist.Skirts and shorts are to be no shorter than 3 inches above the knee cap.In additon to SSA Uniform Policy, general SSA Dress Codes apply at all time. Parents are responsible for ensuring their child dresses according to uniform policy and dress codes as they leave home each day.