Arizona School for the Arts is a non-profit public charter school in Phoenix, Arizona. Emphasis is placed on a college preparatory curriculum and the performing arts. Its mascot is a one-legged pigeon named Stumpy.
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History
It was founded in 1995 by Dr. Mark Francis, with 155 students in grades 7–10. By 2002, it had grown to 280 students.
In 2005, it was honored as a Blue Ribbon school.
In 2008, it bought two buildings adjacent to its existing campus as demand for growth increased. This growth has allowed ASA to expand its enrollment by 80 high school students between 2007 and 2010.
Notable alumni
Astrud Aurelia - Drag queen
Matt Dallas - Actor, ABC Family TV show Kyle XY
David Hallberg – Ballet dancer
Kacy Hill - Singer/Songwriter
Alexandra Shipp – Actress
Taylor Upsahl - Singer/Songwriter