Academics

GCPA Special Education Pathways 

Our mission is to provide students with a personalized, well-rounded education that fosters academic growth through student interests while nurturing social-emotional development and mental well-being. We are committed to creating a supportive, structured environment where every student is understood, empowered, and equipped to reach their full potential.

Every student understood. Every strength celebrated. Every future empowered. 

At Grand Canyon Private Academy (GCPA), we believe every student deserves a learning environment that meets them where they are — academically, socially, and emotionally. 

The Resource Pathway at GCPA 

Gen Ed + SPED Services  

Tuition: $10,000*

This pathway is designed for students who can participate in GCPA’s general education classrooms while receiving special education resource support aligned to their IEP. This pathway best supports students who are at or just below grade level and able to spend at least 80% of their time in general education classes.     

Program Includes:  

  • Full participation in GCPA’s live general education model  
  • IEP accommodations and modifications implemented in class  
  • Case management and small-group intervention support as needed  
  • SPED teacher support through resource classes  

This is ideal for students who need targeted services while remaining fully engaged in general education instruction.  

*Related services and evaluations are available for an additional fee. 

The Spectrum Pathway 

Autism-Informed Education

Tuition: $30,000

The SPECTRUM Pathway is GCPA’s specialized autism-informed education model designed for a personalized, well-rounded education that fosters academic growth through student interests while nurturing social-emotional development and mental well-being. We are committed to creating a supportive, structured environment where every student is understood, empowered, and equipped to reach their full potential for long-term success.  

 Program Includes:  

S – Structured & Sensory-Informed Environment
P – Personalized Autism Informed Learning Plans
E – Emotional Regulation & Executive Function Support
C – Collaborative Family Partnership
T – Therapeutic & Interdisciplinary Services
R – Relationship-Centered Teaching
U – Understanding Every Learner
M – Meaningful Progress Monitoring

How Placement Works  

Choosing the right pathway is a collaborative process.  

GCPA works closely with families to ensure students are placed in the level of support that best matches their needs.  

 Steps Include:  

  1. Family information session  
  1. Review of student documentation (IEP, evaluations, support history)  
  1. Team discussion to determine appropriate placement 
  1. Enrollment and onboarding with individualized planning  

A Supportive School Community for Every Learner  

At GCPA, we believe autism support should never mean isolation.  

 Students in the Spectrum Pathway remain connected to:  

  • School clubs and community activities  
  • Peer interaction opportunities  
  • Inclusion experiences when appropriate  
  • A caring team committed to student growth  

Ready to Learn More?  

The SPECTRUM Pathway was created to ensure students with autism receive the support, structure, and individualized programming they deserve — all within a high-quality virtual private school community.  

Let’s find the right pathway for your child.  

GCPA SPECTRUM Program – Fill out form  

Contact Meghan Griffin for additional information at mgriffin@gcpaaz.org or 602-767-1777 

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