AKIMEL O'OTHAM PEE POSH (K-2)

Akimel O'Otham Pee Posh (K-2) is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Akimel O Otham Pee Posh Charter School Inc. (5978) school district, located in Coolidge, AZ with about 17 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 2nd Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education.

Akimel O’Othal Pee Posh Charter School, located in Coolidge, Arizona, serves students in grades K-2. Operating under the umbrella of the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE), the school is deeply rooted in the Gila River Indian Community. Its curriculum is designed to provide a foundational education that balances standard academic requirements with a strong emphasis on cultural preservation, aiming to nurture young students within the context of their tribal identity and heritage.

The school’s environment is focused on creating a supportive, community-centered atmosphere for its early learners. By maintaining a small grade range (K-2), the institution is able to dedicate specific resources toward early childhood development and literacy. Through its affiliation with the Blackwater Community School district, the institution strives to prepare its students not only for future academic success but also to instill a sense of pride and connection to the Akimel O’odham and Pee Posh traditions.

For more information, contact Akimel O'Otham Pee Posh (K-2) at (520) 215-5859 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.