1100 N Alma School Rd
Suite 12-13
Chandler, AZ 85224
480-608-2121
Fax: 602-840-1402
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Enrollment & Retention Specialist
Elizabeth (Betsy) McKinstry480-977-0090
elizabeth.mckinstry@ombudsman.com
At the Arizona Ombudsman Online Academy, we are committed to providing an online learning experience that connects students with teachers, social workers, classroom peers, while integrating all Microsoft 365 applications. Our diverse population of learners includes students who are credit deficient and need to catch up to get back on track to graduate, work full time, need a flexible learning schedule, or may want to accelerate high school graduation to move on to college or career opportunities. The Ombudsman Online Academy experience will include a personalized approach to learning guided by a mentor teacher, social worker, and classroom teachers.
- Student mentoring
- Small school setting
- Individualized curriculum
- Graduation Focused
- Accelerated course completion
- Innovative Microsoft workplace skills
- In person support available:
Programs
- Cable networking industry certifications (C-Tech)
- Medical billing and coding industry certifications (NHA)
- Medical Assisting industry certifications (NHA)
- Microsoft Innovation Certificates
- Microsoft Office Specialist industry certifications
- Credit Based Work Opportunities
- College and Career Readiness Transition
- Transition Community Based Internship Opportunities and Certifications
- Dual Enrollment college credit
Clubs & Groups
- OOA Serves (Ombudsman Online Academy Serves) provides students and staff with a monthly opportunity to serve the community and spend time getting to know their mentors and OOA staff. Students earn time towards their course work and extra credit for participation.
- STUCO
- Ombudsman CARES
- Fun Fridays
- In-Person Tutoring at multiple locations
- BC2M (Bring Change 2 Mind)
Frequently Asked Questions about Online Academy
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.
Click on “Get Started” in the menu to fill out the form. A staff member will contact you soon to guide you on the next steps.
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.
Testimonials
I loved the flexibility Ombudsman Online Academy gave me with having the technology to allow me to be successful as a remote learner. The teachers and staff were always here for me and helped me to accomplish earning my high school diploma. The hard part of high school for me was trying to get it all done on time. The teachers checked in with me weekly and helped me stay on target so I earned my credits on time. Any time I felt behind or discouraged they were always there to help keep me on track.
The fact that I was able to work at my own pace is what made me feel successful. In addition to that the interaction and encouragement from my mentor is what stood out to me. There were several days when I wanted to give up but my mentor reaching out to me gave me the extra motivation to continue. Finally, what stood out to me was the fact that this program is not set up to overload the student it is designed to help the student achieve their academic goals with realistic expectations and extra help. Ombudsman did an impeccable job in preparing me for my future.
Principal Dr. Sahithi Mantri
Principal's Letter
Dear Students and Families,
Welcome to Ombudsman Online Academy, A Digital Learning Community. As the principal, I am thrilled to embark on this educational journey with you. We are committed to providing students and staff an opportunity for GROWTH
G – Grit: Encouraging perseverance and resilience
R- Respect – Fostering an environment of mutual respect
O- Opportunity – Embracing every learning opportunity
W- Wisdom – Valuing knowledge
T- Teamwork – Promoting collaboration among students and staff
H- Harmony – Creating a peaceful and inclusive community
At Ombudsman Online Academy, we value each student and emphasize the joy of lifelong learning. We embrace the flexibility and creativity that online learning affords, ensuring that each student can learn at their own pace, in their own space, yet never alone. The students can log in anytime during the day through the week for at least 25 hours per week.
Curriculum: Edmentum exceeds standard educational benchmarks. The courses are infused with interactive tutorials and real-world problem-solving activities. The students work on the courses at their own pace. The teachers also host weekly support calls to offer additional learning opportunities to the students.
Community and Connection: Through various school events and career fairs, we foster both physical and virtual connections that build a supportive and inclusive online community.
Support and Guidance: Our faculty provide continuous support and guidance. We ensure that every student feels seen, heard, and valued through the mentoring support system.
Technology and Tools: At Ombudsman Online Academy we leverage Microsoft to enhance the learning experience. The student uses various Microsoft Tools to complete the assignments and connect with teachers, mentors, and peers.
Together, we will make this a remarkable year of growth and achievement for every student.
Warm regards,
Dr. Sahithi Mantri, BDS, MBA, M.Ed
Sahithi.mantri@chancelight.com
480-886-6129
