An Innovative Private High School:

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A New Kind of High School Experience

At The School of Innovation & Design, we prepare students for life, not just college. Our innovative high school model is designed to foster mastery-based learning, critical thinking, and real-life readiness. Here, gifted students thrive in an environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, personal growth, and agency. 

Academics

Reimagine Private, Gifted High School

Comprehensive wellness program for MSGA students to make sure they thrive

wellness

Wellness is essential to becoming a world-changer and innovator. We believe that without a foundation of physical and mental well-being, thriving is impossible.

Our comprehensive wellness program is designed to support and enhance every aspect of student health, including physical activities, mindfulness, and a nurturing school environment.

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Student Agency

We empower students to take charge of their education and lead with purpose. Our programs foster a sense of agency, encouraging students to make decisions, take initiative, and lead projects.

This approach builds confidence and prepares students to be proactive leaders in their communities and beyond.

Middle school students will be ready for high school and life thanks to MSGA

Expert Guides

Our team of expert guides and mentors is dedicated to supporting and inspiring each student. With a wealth of experience and knowledge, they provide personalized guidance and mentorship.

This individualized attention helps students navigate their educational journey, set goals, and achieve their full potential.

Mastery-based learning enhances our high schoolers' endeavors after graduation

Ready for Life

Our mastery-based program is designed to prepare high school students for the complexities of the real world. We focus on developing essential life skills such as communication, collaboration, and adaptability.

By emphasizing these skills, we ensure that our high school graduates are ready to succeed in college, careers, and life.

Dual Enrollment with MSGA + ASU

We believe high school should look different. Our mastery-based, interest-driven approach is built for gifted learners who want to stretch themselves, pursue passions, and take charge of their education.

Through Accelerate ASU, MSGA students can:

  • Earn college credits while still in high school
  • Explore future majors and career paths
  • Build a strong, competitive college application portfolio
  • Gain confidence in navigating real college-level learning

We’re proud to offer this next-level opportunity as part of our commitment to building a better kind of school—one that prepares gifted learners for the future they’re dreaming of.

Design Thinking

At The School of Innovation & Design, we integrate the design thinking process into our curriculum to encourage creative and collaborative problem-solving. This hands-on, project-based approach teaches students to brainstorm, prototype, and iterate solutions to real-world challenges. By emphasizing critical thinking and innovation across all subjects, our students learn to analyze information deeply and devise creative solutions, preparing them for success in any field they choose to pursue.

Read more here , and click the video to see our cross-disciplinary (XD) curriculum in action:

Don't only take our word for it!

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