The MESA Summer Program is registering current 9th grade students that will be entering 10th grade in the fall. Please register via the button below:
alta vista mesa Summer Program
Program Dates: June 2 through June 30, 8am-2pm
June 19 is the observed Juneteenth Holiday.
The MESA Summer Program is based on the University of Arizona's Algebra Academy. See videos regarding that program.
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The MESA Summer Program (MSP) is a FREE 120-hour summer program for current 8th graders that will be incoming high school students (most recently serving Sunnyside and Tucson Unified School Districts) that allows participants to be active as they learn about algebraic concepts through fun, project-based activities.
In addition to the math preparation, students focus on their futures as they gain skills in MESA, learn about college preparation, and explore career opportunities that match their interests. The purpose of MSP is to provide students with a foundation and understanding of algebra they can build upon to achieve success in their future mathematics courses and on their path to a university education.
MSP is not a substitute for Algebra I. Instead, participants will earn 1.0 unit of elective high school credit.
The MESA Summer Program will serve 25-30 student participants on a first-come, first-served basis at Alta Vista High School. Program serves students entering 10th grade in high school during the 2025-2026 academic year.
THE PROGRAM
- Challenge yourself to learn algebra while gaining 1.0 elective credit for high school.
- Gain an understanding of algebraic concepts through hands-on, engaging activities.
- Prepare yourself for a successful transition to your next level of education by learning more about Prepare yourself for success in high school and the MESA (Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement) program.
- Plan for college and explore future career opportunities to understand the importance of mathematics and academic achievement.
- Space is limited to 25-30 students per high school.
On behalf of Alta Vista High School and The University of Arizona, we urge you to take advantage of this unique opportunity to prepare yourself for mathematics, high school and a college education. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact UA Early Academic Outreach at 520-626-2300.
Please complete the registration form at the top of this website.