Arizona's private dyslexia school

The Jones-Gordon School

Paradise Valley, Arizona

Professional Recognition

The Jones-Gordon School proudly holds multiple accreditations and affiliations that affirm its commitment to specialized education and student success. Recognized by Cognia, the Arizona Department of Education, and various academic organizations, the school stands out for its expertise in supporting students with diverse learning needs, including dyslexia, ADHD, and giftedness. These partnerships empower JGS faculty with advanced training and resources, ensuring that each student receives a comprehensive, individualized education in a supportive environment.

School institutions & accreditations

Cognia

The Jones-Gordon School is proud to have earned accreditation through Cognia.
(formally known as AdvancED Performance Accreditation).

Arizona Department of Education

The Jones-Gordon School is also an approved private day school through the Arizona Department of Education, registered with the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), and is a College Board® secondary institution member.

School Affiliations

The Jones-Gordon school has affiliations with both local and national organizations.

Wilson Accredited Partners

Partnering with Wilson provides our teachers with specialized training in the Wilson Reading System, helping students with dyslexia improve their reading skills through proven, individualized methods. Parents can feel assured that their children receive expert literacy support.

International Dyslexia Association (IDA)

IDA equips The Jones-Gordon School with cutting-edge dyslexia research and teaching methodologies, which we integrate into our curriculum to support students with reading difficulties. Faculty receive professional development in dyslexia-friendly approaches, allowing us to better serve these students and reassure parents that their children are in an understanding, skillful environment.

The Dyslexia Foundation,

Supporting Emotional Needs of the Gifted (SENG)

Through The Dyslexia Foundation, we gain access to specialized resources that improve our ability to support students with dyslexia. This partnership strengthens our school’s reading programs and trains our teachers to address dyslexia more effectively, giving parents confidence that their children’s unique needs are met.

RULER Spotlight Schools

We partner with RULER Spotlight Schools because they are recognized for their outstanding implementation of the RULER approach, a social and emotional learning (SEL) program by the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence. These schools prioritize emotional intelligence, helping students and staff enhance skills in recognizing, understanding, and managing emotions. By embedding RULER into their culture, Spotlight Schools create positive environments that support student well-being and academic success, serving as models for other schools in SEL excellence.

Children Services Network (CSN)

Partnering with CSN allows our school to access a wide range of child-centered services and resources, giving us the tools to support our students’ holistic development. CSN’s expertise helps our faculty understand and address developmental and behavioral needs, creating a more supportive, individualized learning environment that parents can feel confident in.

Children and Adults with

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)

CHADD offers resources and research on ADHD that enable us to create a more understanding, adaptable classroom environment. Faculty benefit from CHADD’s training materials, equipping them to help students with ADHD succeed, while parents gain peace of mind knowing their children’s needs are understood and supported by knowledgeable teachers.

Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)

CEC affiliation keeps our school informed of the latest educational practices for students with exceptionalities, helping us tailor our teaching to diverse learners. Faculty gain professional development opportunities that improve their skills in special education, which fosters a more inclusive classroom.

Independent School Management (ISM)

Our partnership with Independent School Management (ISM) supports the Jones-Gordon School with consulting, professional development, and resources tailored to leadership, finance, enrollment, and faculty development. By focusing on effective management practices, ISM helps schools thrive in competitive environments, empowering leaders to build sustainable, mission-driven institutions that foster educational excellence and growth.

National Science Teachers Association (NSTA)

Through NSTA, we provide our students with hands-on, innovative STEM education that keeps up with national standards. Teachers access a wealth of science teaching resources and workshops, ensuring that we bring highquality science instruction to our classrooms, which demonstrates to parents our commitment to strong, upto-date STEM learning.

National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM)

NCTM helps us enhance our math curriculum with research-based practices and resources. Teachers gain valuable tools and strategies from NCTM to deepen students’ understanding of math concepts, which benefits students and builds parents’ confidence in the rigor and quality of our math instruction.