Welcome to
Payson Academy of Excellence
At Payson Academy of Excellence, we are committed to providing a Christ-centered education that equips students with the knowledge and skills they need to excel academically and spiritually. Our curriculum is designed to challenge and inspire students to become lifelong learners and leaders who are committed to serving God and others with character, integrity, honor, and respect.
Our Commitment to Safety
At Payson Academy of Excellence, the safety and well-being of our students is our top priority. We have implemented a number of policies and procedures to ensure that our school is a safe and a nurturing environment where students can learn and grow. From security measures to emergency preparedness plans, we are committed to providing a safe and secure environment for your child.
The physical address of our academy is not printed on our website, documents, brochures, or social media. Our address will only be given privately to the parents whose children have been accepted in to the academy.
There are three easy to access doors around our academy in case of a fire, an attacker, a stranger on the property, or any other unexpected incident.
On the property we have a fire distinguisher, fire alarm, smoke detector, and carbon monoxide detector. The police department is in close proximity and we have a list of people close by that can assist us in an emergency.
Any planned field trips will be with the students' parents as escorts. Every student will be transported to and from the event with their parents. Parents will be able to be present with their child at all times during the event. This is a safety precaution when traveling in large groups. Field trips are not required, but optional.
Parents who forget to come after school or have missed their pickup time will be called and reminded.
The students can only be picked up by those listed on the pickup form signed by their parent/parents. If someone is coming for the first time to pick up a student, we will request to see ID first to make sure that the person picking up has been given parental permission.
Arriving at Payson Academy of Excellence
We believe that punctuality and regular attendance are important values to instill in our students. We encourage parents to ensure that their child arrives at school on time and ready to learn each day. Parents are requested to have their child/children dropped off between 9:30am-10:00am.
Class Schedule: Monday-Friday 10:00AM to 2:00PM
We do offer pickup and drop-offs for those in need of assistance.
Dress Code
At Payson Academy of Excellence, we believe that the dress code helps to promote a sense of confidence and self-worth among students, as well as to keep the focus on learning. Our dress code is designed to be simple, affordable, and easy to maintain. Please take a moment to read our academy dress code, so you know what is appropriate for your child/children to wear.
We do not require students to wear a uniform to our academy, but we request that they be modest and wear appropriate attire. For more information, please review our school handbook.
Holidays and Absences
At Payson Academy of Excellence, we understand that family vacations and other events may require your child to miss school from time to time. We ask that you notify us in advance of any planned absences or vacations. If your child is sick, please call us to inform us. We do keep track of their class participation and attendance record. If there are any concerns with our class schedule, please discuss it with the principal. She will assist you in resolving any attendance issues and come up with a plan that works for everyone.
