HOW TO APPLY
Your step-by-step guide to joining Sky Island School
We’re thrilled you’re considering Sky Island School! Our simple, transparent process ensures you and your family have all the information and support you need. Below you’ll find a clear, step-by-step guide, required documents, important dates, and our tuition overview. Ready to begin? Click “Start Your Application” to get started right now.
Step-by-Step Application Process
Step 1: Fill Out Online Application
Complete our Online Application by filling out all required sections. To start your Online Application, select the “Start Your Application” button below.
The application includes:
Student and Family Information
Emergency Contacts
Support Services
Please take your time and ensure all required fields are completed before submitting.
Step 2: Tour Our Campus (Optional)
We invite you to visit our scenic, nature-integrated campus to experience the Sky Island difference.
Options:
Campus Tour: Contact us to schedule a tour.
Family Information Nights: Join us every Thursday from 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM for a guided walk-through and Q&A session.
June 26 - August 4
Tours are optional but strongly encouraged for new families.
Step 3: Submit Enrollment Documents
Once your application is reviewed, we will send you an email with login credentials to your Parent Portal. From there, you can securely upload all required enrollment documents.
Documents required:
Birth certificate
Proof of Arizona Residency
Immunization record (or ADHS exemption form)
Current copy of Transcripts
Copy of IEP or 504 (if applicable)
Custody Documents (if applicable)
Signed Parent Agreement (media release, tuition agreement, waivers)
Enrollment will remain pending until all documents are received and verified.
Step 4: Enrollment Decision
After reviewing your application and submitted documents, our admissions team will notify you of your enrollment status.
Accepted families will receive:
A Welcome Email
Access to your Parent Portal for tuition management
Next steps for orientation and class placement
Step 5: Tuition Options
Sky Island School offers the following tuition structure:
Tuition Rates
Tuition is billed quarterly.
Sky Island School uses a sliding scale tuition model, with each family’s rate determined through a personalized process - guided by their child’s educational, emotional, and developmental needs. Tuition assistance can often help cover the cost, and we are committed to working with families to make our program accessible.
While quarterly payments are preferred, flexible monthly payment plans may be available upon request.
Payment Options
Once your child is enrolled, we’ll send monthly invoices on the 1st of each month. You may choose from the following options:
Option 1: ESA Funds (ClassWallet)
We are an approved vendor in ClassWallet
Invoices are provided with all necessary details for ESA payments
You will receive Classwallet submission instructions in your Welcome Email
Option 2: Parent Portal Payments
If you are not using ESA funds, you can pay tuition directly through your Parent Portal.
The portal allows you to view invoices, track payments, and manage billing securely.
The portal also provides access to your child’s documents, school calendar, and account history.
Tuition must be paid on time to maintain enrollment status.
Empowerment Scholarship Account
Sky Island School proudly accepts Arizona’s ESA, allowing families to access tuition funding for private and alternative education.
What ESA Can Help With:
Significantly reduce out-of-pocket tuition costs
Educational supplies, curriculum, and materials
Flexible use based on your child’s educational needs
Who Qualifies?
Arizona’s ESA program is open to many families, including those with students entering Kindergarten, or even transferring from public schools.
Visit azed.gov/esa/eligibility-requirements to see if your family qualifies!
💬 Need Help?
If you have questions about payments or need help choosing a method, feel free to Contact Us.