Description: The WOW facility is located at 202 E. Speedway, just 6 blocks west of the University of Arizona. Our full-day program provides an enriched, language-based curriculum for young children ages 2-5. WOW aims to equip children with a strong foundation for learning. Because oral language skills are central to future success in reading, writing, self-esteem, and building relationships, WOW’s curriculum emphasizes oral language development. In addition to language-based classroom curriculum, students are provided with speech and language therapy as needed.
Weekly lesson plans at WOW are centered around themes that encourage children to learn about themselves, their families, their communities, and their world in visual, tactile, and auditory ways. Teachers form personal relationships with the children in their classrooms. Knowing the individual strengths and weaknesses of each child allows teachers to employ teaching techniques and learning activities that will best help that child grow.
Tuition payments by parents cover program participation. Fund-raising events sponsored by the Scottish Rite Charitable Foundation provide funding for speech and langauge services. State employee tuition discounts and income-based scholarships may be available.
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| Inspection # | Inspection Date | Inspection Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| INSP-0155938 | 2025-08-12 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: There were zero deficiencies observed at the time of the Annual Compliance Inspection conducted on 8/12/25, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. The Compliance Officer provided the facility with a paper copy of the Notice of Inspection Rights at the start of the inspection. A full inspection was conducted at this time. 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. The Emergency Disaster Contact Form was completed at the time of the inspection. The Empower Survey was emailed to the facility. The DES group size was evaluated at the time of the inspection. The following was discussed but not limited to: -Renewing license via the portal - Anniversary Application (in "Applications" or "Application History") -Renew license before 8/31/2026 -Review all staff files for expiring fingerprint cards -New ruleset -10 day training -Fire drills/emergency drills -Soiled clothing containers in restrooms -Diapering sinks -Reviewed facility information | |||
| INSP-0046978 | 2024-08-13 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the compliance inspection conducted on August 13, 2024, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. Senior Compliance Officer Brenda Alubowicz 2 of 2 fingerprint clearance cards were found to be valid via the DPS website. Insurance 1/1/25 Fire 3/27/25 Gas 8/7/24 The DES group size was observed The empower checklist list was emailed. Please complete the plan of correction via the online portal within 10 days. | |||
| INSP-0031028 | 2023-08-15 | Compliance (Annual) | Complete |
| Initial Comments: The following deficiencies were found at the time of the Compliance inspection conducted on August 15, 2023, and are subject to changes pending programmatic review. There were two personnel files reviewed. Both of the fingerprint clearance cards were verified to be valid through the DPS website during the time of the inspection. Complete and submit the Plan of Corrections via the online Portal within 10 days of receipt of this Statement of Deficiencies. Fire Inspection: expires 02/21/24 Gas: 02/27/23 Sanitation: NA Insurance: expires 01/01/24 Compliance Officer: Amanda Valenzuela Compliance Officer Supervisor: Lisa Emery | |||
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