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Advisory Programs and Academic Support

At GateWay Early College High School, we believe that every student benefits from consistent academic support, organization, and meaningful connections with caring adults. Our Advisory Program and Power Hour After-School Tutoring provide students with multiple opportunities to monitor their progress, strengthen academic skills, and receive individualized support.

Power Hour After-School Tutoring

Power Hour provides students with additional access to their teachers outside of the regular school day. Students do not have to be failing a class to take advantage of this support. Any student who needs extra help, wants clarification on an assignment, needs additional time to practice a skill, or would benefit from working directly with a teacher is encouraged to attend.

Power Hour is available after school from 2:35–3:30 p.m. Teachers have scheduled tutoring times, and they will make every effort to support students who have an identified academic need.

Power Hour may include:

  • Additional help with classwork and assignments
  • Clarification of difficult concepts and skills
  • Support in areas where students need additional practice
  • Assistance using academic technology and resources
  • Individual or small-group support from teachers
  • Opportunities to strengthen understanding and improve academic performance

At GWECHS, asking for help is part of being a successful student. Advisory helps students develop the habits to monitor and manage their learning, while Power Hour gives students another opportunity to connect with teachers and get the support they need to succeed.

Advisory

Advisory is a credit-bearing class designed to help students build the skills and habits they need for academic success. Students meet in smaller groups with a teacher who works primarily with students in their grade level, providing a more personal setting than their regular classes.

During Advisory, students:

  • Review assignments and upcoming responsibilities from their other classes.
  • Report and monitor their grades.
  • Organize their agendas and other academic tools.
  • Use Infinite Campus to check grades, assignments, and academic progress.
  • Work with teachers to identify questions, concerns, and areas where they need additional support.
  • Use IXL to strengthen Reading and Math skills and demonstrate academic growth.

Students are assessed in Reading and Math to identify areas of strength and opportunities for growth. Based on their needs, students use IXL during Advisory and, when appropriate, in other classes to practice targeted skills and build proficiency.

Family involvement is an important part of the Advisory process. Parents and families are encouraged to review their student's agenda each week. Families can use the agenda to communicate questions or concerns with teachers and to acknowledge that they are aware of their student's grades and progress.

Frequently Asked Questions

Many students start high school unsure of what they want to achieve in their 4 years of high school and whether a college degree is right for them. Gateway Early College High School supports students at whatever place they are at on the educational path. GWECHS teachers and staff work with incoming 9th graders to identify the level of maturity and independence they need to meet the challenges of being a high school student on a college campus and taking college classes while in high school. A student who is interested in being part of a learning community with their peers and teachers and working towards their fullest potential will definitely find what they are looking for at GWECHS.

Enrollment forms are available by calling (602) 286–8759 or downloading the Admissions Application. Once the high school has received your completed applications forms, you and your parents will have an opportunity to meet with an Early College representative to determine together if GateWay Early College High School is the best choice for you.

Absolutely! Having completed a successful first semester of high school, Freshman can begin to pursue a college degree as follows:

  • 9th grade beginning 2nd semester: High school classes with up to two college electives (6 credits)
  • 10th grade: Continue with high school classes and add two college classes per semester (6 college credits/12 total)
  • 11th grade: Continue to add college classes. The required junior community service component allows you to work to benefit others. (15 college credits/27 total)
  • 12th grade: The percentage of college courses increases. Additionally, there is a heavy emphasis placed on career development, in the Capstone Portfolio course. This year will conclude your pursuit of a high school diploma; however, your college graduation still awaits (18 credits/45 total – You have completed 75% of your degree!)  Some students enroll in other programs outside of GWECHS that help them finalize an Associates degree at the same time as they graduate with their high school diploma. See the ACE program here for more information.
  • "13th": Congratulations! You are now ready to be a full time student at GateWay Community College, and well on your way to completing an Associate's Degree. Upon graduation, you will be prepared to follow a wide variety of career and education paths which may include pursuing a Bachelor's Degree or entering the workforce.

Please Note: To enroll in college courses, students must meet the scoring requirements on a college placement such as ASSET, PSAT, or AIMS.

GateWay Early College High School is a Public Charter School in Phoenix, Arizona. Students living in any area of Maricopa County have access to a quality high school education at no cost to the student. Students who qualify also have the opportunity to take college courses during their school day at no cost to the student. All tuition, books and fees are paid by the high school.