Science Buddies – Ball Run Challenge
Our Grade 5 students stepped into the role of young engineers as they took on an exciting hands-on STEM challenge, designing and building creative ball runs using only paper and tape. With limited materials but unlimited imagination, students worked collaboratively to plan, construct, test, and redesign their models. Through this engaging activity, they explored key […]
RQA Students Excel in MAP Testing – Above National Benchmarks
RQA recently conducted the MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) assessment for students across all grades — and we are proud to share a remarkable achievement. Every single grade level scored above the national average. This accomplishment is not just a statistic; it is a powerful reflection of the academic strength, consistency, and growth mindset that defines our […]
Spelling Bee Success at RQA
Excitement filled the air as RQA proudly joined the prestigious Scripps National Spelling Bee this year. What began as friendly classroom competitions quickly grew into a campus-wide celebration of vocabulary, confidence, and academic excellence. Students first competed in Classroom Bees, where top spellers earned the opportunity to advance to the School Spelling Bee. From Grades […]
First Graders Explore Past, Present, and Dreams Ahead
Our First Grade students recently completed an exciting learning journey exploring “Then and Now” — the Past and the Present. As part of this unit, students learned how life, tools, jobs, and daily routines have changed over time and how the present builds on the past. To bring their learning to life, students took a […]
Good News!! Grand Canyon University Affiliation!
Exciting Announcement from the RQA Community RQA is proud to announce its official affiliation with Grand Canyon University (GCU) and its College of Education Teacher preparation program. This partnership marks an important milestone in strengthening the academic excellence and professional standards of our institution. What this means for RQA: Professional Teacher Certification Pathway: Aspiring teachers within […]
A Parent’s Perspective: How RQA Transformed Our Children in Just One Year
A Parent’s Perspective: How RQA Transformed Our Children in Just One Year. At RQA, nothing makes us prouder than hearing directly from our parents. Recently, we received a heartfelt testimonial from a parent whose two sons joined RQA one year ago — and his words perfectly reflect what makes our learning environment so special. 1. […]
SEL Time – Kicking Off the New Term with Fun & Connection
To begin the new term on a joyful and positive note, our students kicked off back-to-school week with a special SEL (Social-Emotional Learning) period filled with fun and meaningful activities. After the break, students participated in an engaging extracurricular session featuring a variety of educational games and board games. The focus was not only on […]
Nurturing Handwriting Excellence in a Digital Age
This winter, RQA encouraged students to participate in a meaningful handwriting improvement activity with a beautiful purpose — writing selected Surahs from the Qur’an. In today’s fast-paced digital world, where typing often replaces writing, the importance of handwriting is greater than ever. Handwriting strengthens memory, improves comprehension, enhances creativity, and builds a deeper connection […]