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Frequently Asked Questions

Questions families

are asking.

Straight answers about the learning model, how the classroom works, character and belonging, safety and communication, and how enrollment works. If we do not know something yet, we say so.

The learning model

How scholars learn.

How will Mosaic make sure my child builds strong reading, writing, and math skills?

Strong foundations come first. Scholars will receive clear, direct instruction in reading, writing, and math every day. Teachers will pay close attention to what each child understands, where they need support, and when they are ready for more. Hands-on learning and projects give scholars opportunities to use those skills in meaningful ways, but they never replace teaching the fundamentals.

Learning in Action is what we call the time when scholars put what they are learning to work. Scholars might investigate a meaningful question, solve a problem, or design something to share what they have learned with others. This is where project-based learning fits at Mosaic. Teachers guide the Learning in Action time so scholars can have ownership of their learning. Learning in Action helps scholars connect strong academics to meaningful work and the world around them.
Children learn by doing, especially in the early years. At Mosaic, play, movement, building, creating, and exploring are intentionally included because they help children develop curiosity, problem-solving, relationships, and confidence. Play and hands on learning are one part of a balanced day. Scholars also have focused time for reading, writing, math, and other academic learning. We believe children need both: strong instruction and opportunities to learn in ways that are active, joyful, and appropriate for their age.
You should never have to wonder how your child is doing. Teachers will regularly look at your child’s work, progress, and learning to understand what they know and what they need next. We will use assessments when they help us make better decisions for children, not simply to collect more data. Families will receive clear information about what their child is learning, how they are growing, and what comes next.
How the classroom works

Studios and team teaching.

What is a learning studio?
A learning studio is a larger learning community supported by a team of educators. Scholars won’t spend the entire day in one large group. Depending on what they are learning, they may work with a teacher in a small group, learn alongside a larger group, collaborate with classmates, or practice independently. The studio gives teachers more flexibility to organize learning around what children need rather than expecting every child to do the same thing at the same time.
Each learning studio has a lead teacher who helps guide instruction and coordinate the work of the team, but responsibility for scholars is shared. Teachers plan together, know the children across the studio, and regularly talk about each scholar’s progress and needs. Each scholar is also assigned a primary advisor — a teacher from the studio instructional team who serves as the family’s main point of contact. Your child benefits from a whole team of educators who know and support them, while you always know who to reach first.
Team teaching gives us more ways to respond when a child needs something different. Teachers can create smaller groups, provide extra help, offer additional challenge, or draw on the educator whose strengths or expertise best match what the scholar needs. Those groups can change as children grow — a child is not placed in one group and left there. We want support to be responsive so every scholar can keep moving forward.
With the exception of Kindergarten, Mosaic scholars learn in multiage studios that bring two neighboring grade levels together, such as 1st and 2nd grade. Our goal is for scholars to remain with their studio community for two years, helping children build strong relationships while allowing teachers to know their growth and needs more deeply over time. Scholars are still grouped and regrouped based on what they are learning and what support or challenge they need.
Character & belonging

Who your child becomes.

What does character education look like at Mosaic?
Character is not an add-on at Mosaic; it is part of how we learn and live together. Scholars explore virtues through stories, discussion, reflection, and real-life practice, connected to our four commitments: Love Unconditionally, Equip Mindfully, Advocate Fearlessly, and Act Purposefully. Character is taught directly, modeled by adults, and practiced by scholars through the choices they make every day.
Belonging starts with being known. Scholars are greeted, included, and connected to a studio community where relationships are intentionally built over time. Through routines like Morning Launch, shared experiences, and a team of educators who know them well, children have regular opportunities to build relationships, contribute to their community, and know that their voice and presence matter.
Children will make mistakes — that is part of growing. At Mosaic, we hold scholars accountable while helping them learn from what happened, understand how their choices affect others, and make things right when possible. Through reflection, conversation, and repair, children practice responsibility, empathy, forgiveness and better decision making. The goal is not simply to stop a behavior but to help a child learn and grow from it.
Safety & communication

Staying safe and staying in touch.

How will Mosaic keep my child safe?
Safety is both physical and emotional. Mosaic will use clear supervision throughout the day, supervised arrival and dismissal, staff screening and required background checks, controlled visitor access, and practiced emergency procedures. Just as important, we want children to feel safe asking for help, making mistakes, and speaking up when something does not feel right.
Families should know what is happening at school and what they need to know about their child. We will communicate regularly, keep information clear and easy to find, and families will know who to contact when they have a question, beginning with their child’s primary advisor. Our standard is to respond to family questions and concerns within 24–48 hours, so you are not left wondering what comes next.
Please reach out. Families have a seat at the table at Mosaic and concerns should be heard and addressed. Your child’s primary advisor — a teacher from the studio instructional team — will be your main point of contact. When something needs additional support, the team will work with you to understand the concern, decide what comes next and follow through.
Opening Mosaic

Where we are in the work.

Where will Mosaic be located?
Mosaic will open in the Buckeye community. We are actively working to secure a facility that supports our learning model, is safe and accessible for families, and gives us room to grow. We have not finalized the site yet, and we would rather be transparent than announce something before it is certain. Families who Save Their Seat will receive updates as soon as we have a location to share.
We are using the time before opening to build carefully and intentionally. That includes securing the right facility, hiring and preparing strong educators, finalizing curriculum and systems and building relationships with families. Every decision is being made with the same goal in mind: opening a school that is ready to know, challenge and support children well from the beginning.
Mosaic is preparing to open in August 2027 with Kindergarten through 2nd grade. We plan to grow gradually in the years that follow so we can protect the relationships, culture, and quality of learning that are central to the Mosaic experience.
Enrollment & admissions

How a family joins Mosaic.

Is Mosaic tuition-free, and who can attend?
Yes. Mosaic is a tuition-free public charter school open to eligible students. Arizona charter schools may not charge tuition to students who reside in the state. There is no entrance exam, academic requirement, or cost to apply. Families seeking early kindergarten entrance may be asked to complete Mosaic’s early entry eligibility process. Arizona law requires charter schools to enroll eligible students who submit a timely application unless applications exceed available capacity, and prohibits limiting admission based on factors such as income, disability, English proficiency, ethnicity, or national origin.
Save Your Seat is Mosaic’s first step for families who are seriously considering joining our founding class. From September through December, it helps us understand interest by grade, plan for enrollment, and stay closely connected with your family before formal applications open in January. Families who Save Their Seat will receive enrollment updates, important dates, and reminders when applications open. Saving your seat is not a formal application and does not guarantee admission.
If more families submit timely applications than we have seats available, Mosaic will hold a fair, random lottery in accordance with Mosaic’s enrollment policy and applicable Arizona requirements. Families will receive clear information about the process, important dates, and what happens next before the lottery takes place.
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