MAPSA
Multicultural Academy
Small classes,Tuition-free, Active parent support, Grades Pre-K through 12, After-school care and tutoring programs
No cost bus transportation ...
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Summer Food Program
Food Gatherers are one of the sponsors of the Summer Food Program for the Ann Arbor area. For information on a center near you, please click here.
Budget Transparency:
School Year 2011/2012
About Us
In the Beginning:
Multicultural Academy is a culturally rich school centrally located in the close-knit community of Ann Arbor. Multicultural Academy opened in 2004 with a K-5 multiage program as well as a 6-8 program. A high school program was added in 2008 for students grades 9-12 and has been very successful! We also offer dual enrollment programs through Washtenaw Community College and Eastern Michigan University. Virtual and AP classes are available for students who qualify. In addition, all of our students, grades K-12, are required to participate in our foreign language program where they are introduced to the Spanish and Arabic languages.
The Growing Years:
This approach recognizes that learning occurs along a continuum with students progressing at varying rates. This structure also provides extra flexibility to meet the learning and social needs of our students. The faculty, administration and the MA Community work closely together to provide a balanced, well-structured educational program. As a learning community, we strive to ensure that all students are actively engaged in quality learning where students feel welcome, respected and safe, and where parents know their children will be educated and loved.
Where We're Going:
Local expansions are planned for the near future! We are looking to begin construction on another multiage academy servicing students grades k-8 as well as a high-tech high school servicing students 9-12.
Team Bio:
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Mrs. Furrha is committed to improving academic achievement and lifelong learning skills for all students. She has strong interest in education and she has the expertise needed to support the unique learning needs of students from multi-cultural and socially diverse backgrounds. |
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LaTasha Mitchell is the Assistant Principal of Student Affairs at Multicultural Academy. A 37-year native of Ann Arbor, she attended Ann Arbor Public Schools and graduated from Pioneer High. She also obtained a Master’s Degree from Concordia University where she served as an instructor and program manager for the school of Adult and Continuing Education. She works as the head of student affairs ensuring the students and families have what they need to be part of a safe, intelligent and committed learning community. |
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Janet Buccirosso, known as "Mrs. B.", is the Administrative Assistant at MA. She has been an administrative assistant for 45 years, including work in several charter school offices. She was formerly at MA in the same capacity five years ago, and returned to us this school year. She is accompanied by her Beta, "Mr. Fish", who has been with her for three years. Mrs. B. loves children and interacting with the public, which makes this job a perfect fit. It is important to Mrs. B. that all of our children have an opportunity to receive a quality education so that they will attain their full potential. |
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Peggy Yenor is the Preschool Program Director at Multicultural Academy. Peggy holds a Bachelors of Arts majoring in Child Development with minor in Child Psychology from Rochester College, Rochester MI. Peggy has been at MA since 2006, starting out as the Title 1 Teacher. In 2008, Peggy saw a need for a high-quality program to prepare students for kindergarten and beyond and became the Preschool Program Director. Peggy also participate in the Success by Six program, as a representative who networks with preschools in the Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti areas. Peggy’s past experiences include Director for seven years at Petite School of Knowledge and being an administrator with other early childhood programs. |
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