Meet Dr. Rod Wittenberg: Biology Teacher
A book titled Snakes of the World obtained at a 1st grade book fair ignited my lifelong fascination for science and herpetology. I earned graduate degrees in biology allowed me to study and write about the evolution and ecology of venomous snakes. These endeavors took me to Ethiopia in search of the poorly known venomous […]
Meet Drew Wasikoski: Science Teacher
My name is Drew Wasikoski, but people call me Waz. I have an incredible passion for physics and chemistry, which not only drives me to learn as much as I can about the interactions of the natural world but to also share my passion and knowledge with the world. I received my Bachelor of Science […]
Meet Rachel Pate: World Languages and French Teacher
We are excited to spotlight Rachel Pate, our World Languages and French teacher at the School for Advanced Studies! Rachel had taught 6th and 7th grade Linguistics at our sister schools, BASIS Austin, and BASIS Cedar Park, for three years. The World Languages curriculum at the School for Advanced Studies Northwest Arkansas perfectly matches her […]
Historic Lane Hotel to Welcome School for Advanced Studies
School for Advanced Studies Northwest Arkansas brings an exciting addition to Downtown Rogers and the education landscape in the area. The tuition-free, public charter school will educate Grades 5 – 12 beginning with the 2024-25 school year. A unique and engaging learning environment will be provided through a world-class education incorporating: deep inquiry a rigorous curriculum emphasis […]
Revolutionizing Education: An Interview With BASIS Educational Ventures CEO Peter Bezanson
Peter Bezanson, CEO and Co-Chairman of BASIS Educational Ventures, appeared on two episodes of the Future of Education podcast to discuss how BASIS Charter Schools are transforming the education landscape. The first episode, titled “How the BASIS Model Is Revolutionizing Education,” aired on January 22, 2024. In the interview, Bezanson shares how BASIS Charter Schools […]
New Charter School Expects to Open in Former Lane Hotel in Rogers for 2024-25 School Year, Official Says
Joi Knight (left), director of development with Haas Hall Academy, and Stacy Keenan, director of development, walk up the south steps Tuesday, July 25, 2017, at the former Haas Hall Academy Rogers Campus, the future site of School for Advanced Studies Northwest Arkansas in Rogers.(NWA Democrat-Gazette/FILE PHOTO) ROGERS — One open-enrollment charter school plans to […]