A Note from our Oro Valley Principal

  07.10.2017 A Note from our Oro Valley Principal 29 Days but  Who’s Counting?! This coming week is a busy week for us! Three events for any and/or all of you to attend and a very busy construction site! Each Friday, I receive the construction update from Canyon Builders with their schedule and all sorts of interesting info. I
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A Note from our Oro Valley Principal

  06.30.2017 A Note from our Oro Valley Principal 36 Days but  Who’s Counting?! Leman Academy of Excellence, Oro Valley has a new acronym coined by one of our parents and again by one of our teachers. LOV!!! It’s fitting as we are coming together with such excitement to form this new community all for the express purpose of providing
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A Note from our Oro Valley Principal

  06.17.2017 A Note from our Oro Valley Principal 51 Days but  Who’s Counting?! 51 DAYS!!! Yes, 51 days until your scholar walks through the doors of Leman Academy, Oro Valley for the first time! A lot happens in 51 days! Your scholar will have vacations, summer camps, back to school shopping and make a lot of memories in these next
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A Note from our Oro Valley Principal

05.27.2017 A Note from our Oro Valley Principal   Dear families, Summer is here! I hope you are enjoying time away and making sweet memories with your family! Before you know it, school will be starting once again so squeeze as much adventure in as you can! Wow! It was wonderful to meet so many
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A Note from our Oro Valley Principal

A Note from our Oro Valley Principal Dear families, The end of the school year 2016 – 2017 is upon us and our sights are on opening Leman Academy of Excellence, Oro Valley in August! If you’ve recently driven by the site, you’ll know construction is really moving along and changing every day! Word from
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A Note from our Oro Valley Principal

Head of Schools, Dennis O’Reilly, visited the site and is thrilled with the progress! 05.01.2017 A Note from our Oro Valley Principal   Dear families, So much is happening so quickly! The last of the interior concrete has been poured, the HVAC duct work and units are being installed, dry wall on interior walls, electricity
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The Royal Review

Leman Academy of Excellence, Inc. Growth and Updates As part of our Leman Academy of Excellence Family we want to take a moment to share the exciting growth we are experiencing this coming school year. You are a part of this! It is because of your commitment to us that we are able to offer
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A Note from our Oro Valley Principal

Dear Families, Wow! Construction is moving quickly! Each day the site looks like a whole new place. This week the project manager from Canyon Building & Design sent the update on the construction site. It was music to my ears when I read these four words in his report, ON SCHEDULE, ON BUDGET! Canyon is telling us
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A Note from our Oro Valley Principal

Dear Families, As this school year comes to a close we are working diligently in all of the preparations for the opening of our Oro Valley school. We have hired an incredible group of teachers, ordered furniture and curricula and the construction is on schedule! Below are a few important dates of upcoming events. Parent Mixer: Friday,
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Attitude & Gratitude

On Mr. David Towne’s Birthday allow me to share a special video that highlights why he’s such a special addition to our team. Now first, I’ll brag on David a bit. You may or may not know this but he was Arizona’s teacher of the year in 1999 and that he’s nationally recognized Classical Education
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A Note from our Oro Valley Principal

  Dear Families, The construction of our new and beautiful school is well underway! It is definitely worth the drive to check out the progress! We are excited to be taking this journey with all of you. Below are a few updates: Preschool Craft and Info Session for both Leman Oro Valley and Marana, March
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A Note from our Oro Valley Principal

Dear Families, We are breaking ground! Please, join us for the Ground Breaking Ceremony at our site for the Leman Academy of Excellence, Oro Valley campus! We are so excited to begin this adventure and hope that you will join us. Please, see below for the details. Where: 12255 La Canada Road, Oro Valley (Just
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Our Honor Choir

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Leman Academy Receives Award

Expertise.com Leman Academy of Excellence is a Tucson school that has multiple locations and open admission. The preschool’s curriculum includes teaching methods such as reciting, painting, singing, building, creative projects, field trips, shapes, letters, and numbers, and discovery and guided exploration. Older children up to grade eight have a curriculum which includes handwriting, science, spelling,
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Teaching to the TEST vs. Leman Academy Learning

Testing is a part of life but where’s the balance?  I had a chance to interview our teachers at the end of the year last year and I started to notice a surprising pattern, long time educators were rediscovering the joys of teaching. This interview from our Marana 4th grade team sums up the journey our teachers had
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Leman Academy is Expanding

SIERRA VISTA – After opening the doors in August, Leman Academy of Excellence is settling in nicely to the friendly Sierra Vista community. Leman Academy of Excellence, which was the dream child of Dr. Kevin Leman – founder, prides itself because of the rigorous curriculum it provides the scholars while supporting them with love and
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Here At Leman Academy, Kids Read Rich and Deep Classical Text….For A Specific Reason

If you are a scholar at Leman Academy, you are reading….a lot. From the fundamentals of reading in the grammar stage,  to deep, rich classical literature to read a louds done by be the teacher, the act of reading opens up so many parts of our scholars brains and imagination. Through our reading of classical stories
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KGUN-9 Leman Academy opening new school in Oro Valley

Leman Academy opening new school in Oro Valley
School’s philosophy seeing positive results. By Priscilla Casper POSTED: Dec 19, 2016 VIDEO LINK Marana, Ariz. (KGUN9-TV) – Leman Academy of Excellence plans to open a new school in Oro Valley for the next school year. Dr. Leman created one Pre-K through middle school charter school in Marana and Sierra Vista with a philosophy of being kind, respectful and
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Leman Academy Holds Ribbon Cutting

Submitted by Jennifer Humphries POSTED: Friday, July 29, 2016 SIERRA VISTA — On Saturday July 23 the Leman Academy of Excellence held an official ribbon cutting ceremony for their newest tuition-free school located at 1000 E Wilcox in Sierra Vista. The Leman Academy of Excellence is set to welcome scholars in kindergarten through sixth grade
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KGUN9 – New charter school to open in Sierra Vista

By Seth Pines. POSTED: July 24, 2016 – UPDATED: July 25, 2016 See video here » A new charter school with a famous name is soon to open its doors in Sierra Vista. The Leman Academy of Excellence celebrated its ribbon cutting Saturday. It was a fun-filled day for children as the school hosted a
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Being a Better Parent (video)

Dr. Kevin Leman runs the Leman Academy of Excellence and has written several best-selling books. He talked about his academy and philosophy. See video here »
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Keeping Kids on Track with School (video)

Make sure your kids are staying on track at school with tips from expert Dr. Leman.
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Dr. Kevin Leman talks about education… (radio)

Dr. Kevin Leman – Founder of he Leman Academy of Excellence – NY Times Bestseller Dr. Kevin Leman talks about education and what are the best ways to help kids learn efficiently. Listen here »
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Leman Academy of Excellence celebrating first successful school year (video)

By News 4 Tucson Staff. CREATED Apr 27, 2016 – UPDATED: Apr 27, 2016 See video here » TUCSON – A unique local charter school is celebrating big growth. The Leman Academy of Excellence is wrapping up its school year of operation. The Marana campus has been so successful the school is planning to open
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KGUN9 – Leman Academy charter school expanding to Sierra Vista

By Rikki Mitchell. CREATED Apr 18, 2016 – UPDATED: Apr 19, 2016 See video here » A popular Marana charter school now has plans to expand to Sierra Vista. The tuition-free Leman Academy of Excellence opened this school year and already expects to more than double its enrollment by next year. The Marana location is
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Sierra Vista Herald – New charter school moving into former Imagine location

By Liz Manring. CREATED Mar 22, 2015 – UPDATED: Mar 22, 2015 SIERRA VISTA — A new charter school is slated to open this fall in the former Imagine Charter School building on Wilcox Drive. The Leman Academy of Excellence, named for founder Kevin Leman who is also a best-selling author and psychologist, first opened
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Wonderful Parent Comment

“Thank you, Leman Academy of Excellence, Mrs. Maddock and each of your amazing staff members. You’ve ignited a love for learning, education, reading, languages and all things wondrous to the mind in my child. He gets himself up extra early in the morning, recites poetry to his grandmother, discusses history with his grandfather and no
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2015 Readers’ Choice Winners & Favorites

Leman Academy of Excellence won the BEST Charter School Award!!! Click here for details »
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KGUN9 – New charter school starts first day in Marana

By Megan Thompson. CREATED Aug 3, 2015 – UPDATED: Aug 3, 2015 See Video » MARANA, Ariz. (KGUN9-TV) – The first day of school started for scholars in Marana and Sahuarita on Monday. But, even the teachers and staff at one new charter school was feeling the nerves, as well. The Leman Academy of Excellence
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KGUN9 – New charter school in Marana prepares for first day

By Rikki Mitchell. CREATED Jul 30, 2015 – UPDATED: Jul 30, 2015 See Video » MARANA, Ariz. (KGUN9-TV) – The first day of school is approaching fast and a new charter school in Marana is putting the final touches on its campus before the big day. The Leman Academy of Excellence, located near Cortaro and
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KGUN9 – New charter school almost complete in Marana

By Jennifer De La Cruz. CREATED Jun 25, 2015 See Video » MARANA (KGUN9-TV) – The start of the school year is quickly approaching and Marana’s newest charter school is still looking for students. Construction on the Leman Academy of Excellence began back in February. It’s now just a few weeks away from being complete.
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Construction Update – 06/19/15 (photos)

The Leman Academy of Excellence building in Tucson is coming together nicely. We are very excited and give a big thanks to Canyon Building Design!
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Construction Aerial Video

Huge progress is being made. This is an aerial view of the school construction site as of May 28, 2015.
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Construction Weekly Report – 05/22/15 (photos)

The Leman Academy of Excellence building in Tucson is coming together nicely. We are very excited and give a big thanks to Canyon Building Design! Progress from dates: 05/16/2015 – 05/22/2015
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KGUN9 – New Charter School Set to Open in Fall

By Jennifer Delacruz. CREATED May 19, 2015 – UPDATED: May 19, 2015 See Video » MARANA (KGUN9-TV) – Tucson native, and best-selling author, Dr. Kevin Leman, is opening the doors to Marana’s newest charter school this fall. The world renowned psychologist takes an innovative stance on education. Piece by piece, walls are going up, floors
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Construction Weekly Report – 05/08/15 (photos)

The Leman Academy of Excellence building in Tucson is coming together nicely. We are very excited and give a big thanks to Canyon Building Design! Progress from dates: 05/2/2015 – 05/08/2015
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Arizona Daily Star Article

Popular psychologist Leman set to open charter school Kevin Leman is best known as a successful author, psychologist and expert on relationships and families. But the longtime Tucson resident is now diving headfirst into the education world, opening a charter school in Marana that he hopes will “make a dent in American education.” The Leman
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KGUN9 – The Morning Blend Interview (video)

Dr. Leman is interviewed on The Morning Blend Show discussing the Leman Academy School opening August 2015 – at Silverbell Road and Cortaro Road, the Leman Academy of Excellence. See article on KGUN9 »
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Over 300 People Attended Leman Academy’s Groundbreaking!

TUCSON (KGUN9-TV) Tucson families will have a new educational option next school year. The Leman Academy of Excellence broke ground Saturday near Silverbell and Cortaro Rd. The school will be the first tuition-free charter school focusing on classical education. “Our kindergarten kids will learn Spanish, our 3rd graders will study Latin,” said Leman Academy founder
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Leman Academy Groundbreaking Ceremony!

March 21st starting at 9:30am PLUS: Picnic & Play at the park! Groundbreaking at 9:30am at the school site with a picnic at the park to follow afterwards. Jumping castles and cool treats from Eegees for all at the park! Bring a sack lunch (or picnic basket) and feel free to invite friends! Silverbell-Cortaro District
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Tucson Local Media News Article

“New charter school under construction in Marana”. Written by: Brad Allis of Marana News. Article link Next fall there will be another school option in the Marana area. The Leman Academy of Excellence is scheduled. The Leman Academy is named for Kevin Leman, a renowned psychologist and author. He has become a radio and television
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Renderings of the School Buildings

We are excited to share renderings of the Leman Academy of Excellence buildings! Sign up here while space is still available. Location: 7800 N. Schisler Dr., Marana, AZ 85743
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Orientation – January 2015 (Videos)

Dr. Leman speaks to a room full of parents, interested and excited about the opportunity to enroll their children in the Leman Academy of Excellence. Dr. Leman has a long career as an educator, psychologist, author and speaker to civic groups, mega churches and board rooms across the USA. Listen to his philosophy on what
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KGUN9 News Article

KGUN9 has written an article regarding the groundbreaking of Leman Academy in Tucson, Arizona. The article highlights our founder, Dr. Kevin Leman, and his vision of a school that reflects his philosophies. Read and watch the full article >>
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WorldNow News Article

“MARANA, AZ (Tucson News Now) – It’s not even built yet and they’re already coming. Thursday night at the main library in Marana, close to 100 parents packed a room eager to learn more about the newest local charter school being built and founded by a familiar face…” Read the full article >>
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December 18th Meeting (Video)

Dr. Leman’s Talk on Educational Philosophy went very well on December 18th with a huge turnout. Also, registration opened that night with a great response. Sign up here while space is still available. Dr. Kevin Leman is New York Times Best Selling Author with over 50 books (including “The Birth Order Book”, “Have a New
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Preregistration

Thank you for choosing to enroll your child at Leman Academy of Excellence. Only the parent or legal guardian of the child is allowed to enroll a student at Leman Academy. Completing each of the forms of our student enrollment package is required to reserve your child’s seat at Leman Academy of Excellence for the
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Dr. Leman’s Talk on Educational Philosophy

Dr. Leman will be sharing his unique Educational Philosophy. Also, pre-register for the Leman Academy of Excellence Tuition-free Charter School. The Meeting is on December 18th, 2014 at 7:00pm Wheeler Taft Abbett, Sr. Library is located at: (Southeast corner of Silverbell & Cortaro Roads) 7800 N Schisler Dr. Tucson, AZ 85743 Get Directions on Google
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