named programs · 6 · from sources
what they call their work
Afternoon Science and Social Studies Classes
Supplementary classes for grades 4-9 covering Japanese science and social studies curricula with hands-on experiments and comparative cultural studies
Elementary & Middle School Classes
Weekend instruction using Japanese national curriculum textbooks in Japanese language and mathematics, aligned with Japan's Ministry of Education guidelines
Heritage Japanese Language Program
Language instruction for Japanese heritage learners at multiple levels, emphasizing reading, writing, and conversational skills
Homework Support Class
Academic assistance program for students to complete assignments and reinforce learning from supplementary classes
Japanese as a Second Language Course
Instruction for non-native speakers focusing on hiragana literacy, basic communication skills, and cultural awareness
Preschool Program (Ahiru, Panda, Usagi Classes)
Japanese language and cultural exposure for young children, including parent-child activities, seasonal events, and preparation for elementary school
activities · 4 groups
what they do
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Supplementary Heritage Language Schools 12 activities
- Japanese Language and Mathematics InstructionProvides Japanese language and mathematics classes for elementary and junior high school students, including weekly Kanji tests, workbook assignments, and end-of-term exams. Textbooks for elementary and junior high divisions are distributed free of charge by MEXT.
- Japanese Supplementary School EducationOperates the Arizona Gakuen, a Japanese supplementary school providing Japanese language, arithmetic, and other educational instruction based on the Japanese Ministry of Education's curriculum guidelines. The school serves over 200 students across kindergarten, elementary, and junior high divisions, with classes for various age groups and proficiency levels, including specific classes for 4-year-olds (Panda-gumi) and 5-year-olds (Usagi-gumi) focused on foundational Japanese language skills.
- Japanese Supplementary School OperationOperates the only Japanese supplementary school in Arizona, Arizona Gakuen, providing Japanese language, arithmetic, and other educational instruction based on the Japanese Ministry of Education curriculum. The school serves over 200 students across kindergarten, elementary, and junior high divisions, as well as offering specialized Japanese language, parent-child, calligraphy, chorus, and homework classes.
- Operating a Japanese Supplementary School (Arizona Gakuen)Operates the only Japanese supplementary school in Arizona, serving over 200 students across kindergarten, elementary, and junior high school divisions, as well as offering specialized Japanese language, parent-child, calligraphy, chorus, and homework classes. The school provides Japanese language, arithmetic, and other educational instruction based on the Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology's curriculum guidelines.
- Operating a Japanese Supplementary School (Arizona Gakuen)Operates the only Japanese supplementary school in Arizona, serving over 200 students across kindergarten, elementary, and junior high school divisions, as well as offering specialized Japanese language, parent-child, calligraphy, chorus, and homework classes. The school provides Japanese language, arithmetic, and other educational instruction based on the Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology's curriculum guidelines.
- Science and Social Studies EducationOffers optional afternoon science and social studies classes for 3rd through 9th graders, utilizing Japanese textbooks and incorporating experiments, observations, research, group activities, and local Arizona guidebooks.
- Science and Social Studies InstructionOffers optional afternoon science and social studies classes for 3rd through 9th graders, utilizing Japanese textbooks, incorporating experiments, observations, research, and group activities, and covering civics, history, and geography.
- Science and Social Studies InstructionOffers optional afternoon science and social studies classes for 3rd through 9th graders, teaching based on the Japanese curriculum, incorporating experiments, observations, research, group activities, and practical training, with civics for 9th graders and history and geography for 7th and 8th graders.
- Specialized Subject InstructionProvides specialized instruction in subjects such as high school level math (started in 2003), calligraphy and chorus (started in 2005), and optional afternoon science and social studies classes for 3rd through 9th graders, incorporating experiments, observations, and group activities based on the Japanese curriculum.
- Student Assessment and HomeworkAdministers weekly Kanji tests and assigns workbook and essay homework for junior high school students, and conducts end-of-term exams in Japanese language and mathematics.
- Student Assessment and HomeworkAdministers weekly Kanji tests (approximately 20-30 questions) and assigns workbook and essay homework, along with conducting end-of-term exams in Japanese language and mathematics for junior high school students.
- Student Assessment and HomeworkAdministers weekly Kanji tests (approximately 20-30 questions) and assigns workbook and essay homework, including end-of-term exams in Japanese language and mathematics for junior high students.
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School Community Events & Family Nights 4 activities
- Cultural Event OrganizationOrganizes school events such as autumn sports festivals, excursions, and mochi-making to provide opportunities for students to experience and understand Japanese culture.
- Cultural Event OrganizationOrganizes school events such as autumn sports festivals, excursions, and mochi-making to provide opportunities for students to experience and understand Japanese culture.
- Cultural and School EventsOrganizes various school events to provide students with opportunities to experience and understand Japanese culture, including autumn sports festivals, excursions, mochi-making events, Sports Day, and field trips. The school also holds regular academic ceremonies such as opening and closing ceremonies for each trimester, parent-teacher conferences, and a graduation ceremony.
- Organizing Cultural and School EventsOrganizes various school events such as autumn sports festivals, excursions, Mochi Making Events, and field trips to provide opportunities for students to experience and understand Japanese culture.
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Multi-Channel Utility Payment Processing 2 activities
- Tuition Payment ProcessingAccepts tuition payments via mailed checks payable to Arizona Gakuen School with student name in the memo field, and through online banking bill pay systems.
- Tuition Payment ProcessingAccepts tuition payments via mailed checks payable to Arizona Gakuen School and through online banking bill pay systems.
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Uncategorized 8 activities
- Early Childhood Japanese Language and Culture EducationOffers classes for young children, including a parent-child class (Ahiru-gumi) focused on picture book readings and engagement with Japanese language and culture, a class for 4-year-olds (Panda-gumi) incorporating various Japanese cultural activities, and a class for 5-year-olds (Usagi-gumi) focused on learning hiragana, katakana, and numbers for smooth transition to first grade.
- Early Childhood Japanese Language and Culture EducationOffers classes for young children, including a parent-child class (Ahiru-gumi) focused on picture book readings and engagement with Japanese language and culture, a class for 4-year-olds (Panda-gumi) incorporating various Japanese cultural activities, and a class for 5-year-olds (Usagi-gumi) focused on learning hiragana, katakana, and numbers for a smooth transition to first grade.
- Japanese Language Education for Non-Native SpeakersProvides a one-year Japanese language course for first-time learners and offers Japanese language and cultural education for individuals who do not speak Japanese as their native language.
- Japanese Language Education for Non-Native SpeakersProvides Japanese language and cultural education specifically for individuals who do not speak Japanese as their native language, including a one-year course for first-time learners.
- Japanese Language and Cultural Education for ChildrenOffers various classes for young children, including a parent-child class (Ahiru-gumi) for picture book readings and cultural engagement, a class for 4-year-olds (Panda-gumi) with activities centered around Japanese events, and a class for 5-year-olds (Usagi-gumi) focused on learning hiragana, katakana, and numbers to prepare for first grade.
- Japanese Language and Cultural Education for Non-Native SpeakersOffers a one-year Japanese language course for first-time learners and provides Japanese language and cultural education for individuals who do not speak Japanese as their native language.
- Japanese Language and Cultural Education for Non-Native SpeakersOffers Japanese language and cultural education for individuals who do not speak Japanese as their native language, including a one-year Japanese language course for first-time learners and a class for young children (Ahiru-gumi) where parents and children engage with Japanese language and culture through activities like picture book readings.
- School Administration and Student SupportManages school operations including opening and closing ceremonies for trimesters, parent-teacher conferences, fire and emergency drills, and allows students to take temporary leaves of absence with re-enrollment options.
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financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$224K
Contributions & grants$35K15%
Program service revenue$189K85%
Investment income$370%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$183K
Program expenses72%
Admin / overhead28%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$52K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$269K
Cash$269K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$269K
Liquid reserves17.7 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +88.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022
who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kumiko Gahan | Officer | 40 | $46K |
board members · 5
- Akifumi Noda — Chairman
- Hiroaki Suguro — Director
- K Yamaguchi — Director
- N Kurahashi — Director
- Y kawakami — Chairman
relationships · 12
who they work with
- Arizona Japanese Business Association (JBAA) Partner — Offers discounts to corporate members for tuition fees
- Mesa Community College Partner — Borrows the local school building for classes.
- Mesa Community College Partner — Requires students to submit an application form to use the college's facilities.
- Mesa Community College Partner — Serves as the learning venue for the school every Saturday.
- UnionBank Partner — Provides an example of bill payment process for tuition payments.
- アリゾナ日本企業懇話会 (JBAA) Partner — Operates the school with the cooperation of JBAA.
- ロサンゼルス総領事館 (Consulate General of Japan in Los Angeles) Partner — Advises students transferring after some time in the US to contact the consulate to obtain textbooks.
- 文部科学省 Government — Follows the curriculum guidelines of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology.
- 文部科学省 (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology) Funder — Provides free textbooks for the elementary and junior high school divisions.
- 日本国政府 Funder — Receives aid from the Japanese government and is recognized as a supplementary school. Also receives financial assistance for school building rental.
- 海外子女教育振興財団 Partner — Uses curriculum developed by the Overseas Children's Educational Foundation for supplementary schools.
- 海外子女教育振興財団 (Overseas Children's Educational Foundation) Partner — Advises students transferring from Japan to obtain textbooks from the foundation before traveling to the US.