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Welcome to American Leadership Academy - Mesa North

Tuition-Free Pre-K-12 Charter School located in Mesa, Arizona

American Leadership Academy Mesa North is a tuition-free public charter school community in North Mesa, Arizona, serving students from Pre-K through 12th grade.

Located near Recker Rd and Thomas Rd in Mesa, AZ, ALA Mesa North brings together preschool, elementary school, middle school, and high school into one connected school community. Families in Mesa, East Mesa, North Mesa, Apache Junction, Gilbert, and nearby East Valley communities can find a values-based public charter school experience focused on academics, leadership, character, and family partnership.

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K-12

Grades Served

Mesa, Arizona

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OUR MISSION

In support of the family, provide the best educational experience to as many students as possible in a moral and wholesome environment.

OUR VISION

Our vision is to cultivate the critical thinkers and innovators of tomorrow, giving them the foundation they need to LEARN. LEAD. CHANGE THE WORLD.

OUR VALUES

We cultivate a culture of Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Service, and Excellence to guide our students in becoming exemplary leaders.

Tuition-Free K-12 Charter School Education

Little Leaders (Preschool & Pre-K)

Elementary School (K-6)

Elementary School

Grades K-6

ALA Mesa North Pre-K–6 serves younger learners during the foundational years of education. Students begin building the reading, writing, math, science, social studies, creativity, and classroom habits they will carry into middle school and beyond.

The Pre-K–6 experience is designed around clear expectations, caring teachers, family partnership, and a school culture where students are known and supported. Students learn how to take responsibility, work with others, ask questions, grow through effort, and build confidence as learners.

Mesa North also offers early learning opportunities through Little Leaders Preschool and Pre-K. These programs help young children begin school in a values-based environment that supports curiosity, confidence, and growth.

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High School (7-12)

High School

Grades 7-12

ALA Mesa North 7–12 supports students as they move into greater independence, academic responsibility, and future planning.

Middle school students begin preparing for the expectations of high school through core academics, electives, study habits, character development, and leadership opportunities. High school students continue toward graduation while preparing for college, career, technical training, military service, or other post-secondary goals.

The 7–12 experience also gives students opportunities to participate in athletics, fine arts, extracurricular activities, student life, service, and campus traditions. From classroom learning to school events, Mesa North students are encouraged to represent the Mavericks with pride.

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What is a Charter School?

Charter schools are public schools that offer families another educational option while operating with greater flexibility in areas such as curriculum, school culture, and instructional approach.

At ALA Mesa North, that flexibility allows us to provide a values-based education focused on academic excellence, leadership, character, and family partnership.

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Home of the Mavericks

ALA Mesa North is proud to be home of the Mavericks.

The Maverick identity helps connect students across grade levels, activities, athletics, fine arts, leadership, and campus traditions. Whether students are learning in the classroom, competing on a team, performing, serving, or participating in school events, they are part of a school community built around pride, purpose, and character.

At Mesa North, being a Maverick means working hard, treating others with respect, taking responsibility, and pursuing excellence in school and in life.

Our Founder

Glenn Way, Founder of American Leadership Academy

Glenn Way founded American Leadership Academy (ALA) with the vision of providing an exceptional K-12 educational experience for his family and community. Motivated by a desire to protect the family unit and help the youth of America understand who they are meant to be, he envisioned a school that fosters personal growth and self-expression in a moral and wholesome environment inclusive of a values-based curriculum. Glenn believes that every child is created to do something extraordinary, and education should be the platform that helps them discover their best selves.

Driven by concerns about the current state of education, Glenn sought to reform the system from the inside out. He wanted to disrupt traditional education by raising the bar and focusing not just on academic excellence but also on developing students into future leaders who value being great spouses and parents by providing them with the opportunity to grow emotionally and academically.

Glenn Way, ALA Founder

We want our kids to learn why they were created—not just to become the best astronauts, plumbers, or mathematicians, but to become the best spouses, parents, citizens, and leaders.

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ALA Mesa North brings together the full Pre-K–12 student experience in one connected school community. Whether your child is beginning preschool, entering elementary school, preparing for middle school, or planning for graduation, ALA Mesa North is committed to helping students grow academically, personally, and purposefully.

We invite you to learn more, visit our campus, and discover how ALA Mesa North can support your child’s education from the early years through high school graduation.

Now Enrolling for 2026-2027

Preschool through Grade 12 · Public Tuition-Free Charter School

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