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3943 E Thomas Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85018
(602) 275-4815
Fax: (602) 275-0658
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East High School is a charter school in Phoenix, AZ, that offers a unique environment with a dedicated and experienced team of close-knit teachers, and an average classroom size of only 10 students. We are proud to be recognized as the only Microsoft Showcase School in Arizona. Ombudsman Charter East is located next to Peter Piper Pizza on E. Thomas Road.
- Student mentoring
- Small school setting
- Individualized curriculum
- Graduation Focused
- Prioritizing school safety and course completion
- Innovative Microsoft workplace skills
- Flexible scheduling options
- AM 7:30-11:30 am
- PM 12:00-4:00 pm
Frequently Asked Questions about East Charter
Yes, we do take credits previously earned at other schools, and if you decide to go back to your old high school our credits are transferable.
Students earn a fully accredited high school diploma that can be used to enter college, the military, trade school, or anywhere else that requires a diploma.
Yes, every year we will host our traditional graduation ceremony at the end of the school year to celebrate all graduates from that year. During the celebration, students wear caps and gowns and get to walk across the stage with their class.
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Our classrooms tend to be smaller than a traditional high school and while in school, students are immersed in a blended learning environment. What this means is that for their English and Math classes students will be in a traditional teacher-led classroom, similar to what you see in a traditional high school. For the rest of the time, students are in a lab environment working at their own pace through the rest of the classes. In the labs, there is a teacher to provide one-on-one support.
Students attend school for four hours a day Monday-Friday. You’ll have the option to attend our morning or afternoon session.
For those students who cannot attend regularly, we have the OMB Online Academy which provides greater schedule flexibility.
Programs
- Cable networking industry certifications (C-Tech)
- Medical billing and coding industry certifications (NHA)
- Microsoft Innovation Certificates
- Microsoft Office Specialist industry certifications
- Credit Based Work Opportunities
- College and Career Readiness Transition
Clubs & Groups
- Ombudsman CARES
- BC2M – Bring Change 2 Mind
- Student Leadership Committee

Principal's Letter
Dear Students, Families, and Caretakers:
Everything we do is driven by our belief that students at Ombudsman East High School will graduate and have the skills necessary to pursue their dreams and navigate the challenges of the 21st century. East does this by offering a flexible 4-hour school day, small class sizes, opportunities for credit recovery, innovative curriculum, and a balance between school and your life outside school. We look forward to establishing positive relationships with our students, families, and supporters. If there is anything we can do to help our students reach their goals, please let us know.
At East High School we have a strong, dedicated team that is here to help our students succeed. Our door is always open, and the staff welcomes your questions, ideas, input, and suggestions. Email, text, call, or visit to see the exciting learning that will be going on this year at our school. We are honored to be a part of this school community and look forward to working together to help our students grow, learn, and achieve.
With gratitude,
Dorothy Cohen
Principal, Ombudsman East High School
Estimados estudiantes, familias y cuidadores:
Todo lo que hacemos está impulsado por nuestra creencia de que los estudiantes de Ombudsman East High School se graduarán y tendrán las habilidades necesarias para perseguir sus sueños y afrontar los desafíos del siglo XXI. East hace esto al ofrecer un día escolar flexible de 4 horas, clases pequeñas, oportunidades para recuperar créditos, un plan de estudios innovador y un equilibrio entre la escuela y su vida fuera de la escuela. Esperamos establecer relaciones positivas con nuestros estudiantes, familias y simpatizantes. Si hay algo que podamos hacer para ayudar a nuestros estudiantes a alcanzar sus metas, háganoslo saber.
En East High School contamos con un equipo fuerte y dedicado que está aquí para ayudar a nuestros estudiantes a tener éxito. Nuestra puerta siempre está abierta y el personal agradece sus preguntas, ideas, aportes y sugerencias. Envíe un correo electrónico, envíe un mensaje de texto, llame o visítenos para ver el emocionante aprendizaje que se llevará a cabo este año en nuestra escuela. Nos sentimos honrados de ser parte de esta comunidad escolar y esperamos trabajar juntos para ayudar a nuestros estudiantes a crecer, aprender y lograr.
Con gratitud,
Dorothy Cohen
Directora, Escuela Secundaria Charter East