• SEARCHING for better educational opportunities
• WILLING to work hard
• APPLYING themselves to challenges
• EAGER to try new things

It is NOT about attracting students with the highest GPAs or best SAT scores. AMES is a public school with open enrollment to all students.AMES enrolled grades 9 and 10 for the 2003-04 school year. School years include a new 9th grade only until grades 9-12 are complete in the 2005-06 school year.
AMES is a stimulating and inspiring place for bright, talented, and disciplined students. We offer an exceptional teaching staff, including University of Utah faculty and Salt Lake-area professionals, and small classes where individual needs can be met. In fact, no more than 500 students will be enrolled in AMES.Courses include integrated programs in math, science, technology, computer science and engineering as well as core classes in language arts, social studies, and the arts. Additional courses offered through Cottonwood High School round out the total AMES experience.Early College Opportunity
AMES is committed to providing students with coursework that will accelerate them into the rigor of university-level courses. The required classes and internships prepare AMES students for:

• State Scholars Initiative Recognition
• University of Utah Concurrent Credit
• Advanced Placement (AP) Credit
• Career Opportunities
• Life-long Learning

AMES is a public charter high school recognized by the Utah State Board of Education, in partnership with Granite School District, Salt Lake City School District, and the University of Utah.AMES is a part of Governor Leavitt's New Century High School Initiative to give Utah high school students greater access and opportunities for advancement in specialized fields of study for a better Utah.

 

Mission Statement

Our specific mission is to prepare our students for early college entrance by focusing on:

• rigor (high expectation for all students; an essential, focused curriculum; engaged community & educational partners; current technologies in support of student achievement);
• relevance (instruction centered on problem and project based learning; community connected learning opportunities for all students; creative choice for all students); and
• relationships (a culture conducive to parent involvement; a diverse student body where mutual respect and tolerance are celebrated; a staff who cultivate and encourage self-directed learning, self-assessment and self-esteem).