Let’s get one thing straight: your student worked hard at Primavera Online School, and those credits matter. If you’re feeling the heat from another school giving you the side-eye about credit transfers, don’t worry—you’ve got backup. That backup is Arizona state law, and it’s pretty rock-solid.
This blog is your no-B.S. guide to navigating credit transfers, understanding your rights, and standing up for your student like the academic warrior you are. 💪
💼 Arizona Law Is On Your Side
Open Enrollment = Open Doors
Arizona Revised Statutes § 15-816.01 says:
“A school district shall enroll at any time any resident pupil who applies…”
Translation? Arizona legally supports your right to choose the school that works best for your student. So if another school tries to gatekeep, kindly remind them that Arizona’s playing team you.
🏆 Credit Acceptance: Not Optional, Not Negotiable
Primavera Credits Must Be Accepted
Under A.R.S. § 15-701.01(H), all Arizona schools must accept credits from accredited charter schools.
“The school district shall accept credits earned… at the charter school.”
So if another school gives you the “we don’t take those credits” line? That’s not a policy—that’s a problem. You’ve got the law on your side. End of story.
🧠 Core Credits vs. Electives: Don’t Get Shortchanged
Sometimes schools pull the ol’ switcheroo and classify your student’s hard-earned core credits as electives. Nah, not today.
Per A.R.S. § 15-701.01(I):
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Schools must provide a written breakdown of accepted credits
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Your student has 10 school days to request competency exams
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If they pass? 🎯 Boom—core credit granted
Your student knows their stuff. Let them prove it.
⚖️ You Can Take It to the Top
Still hitting a wall? File an appeal with the Arizona State Board of Education. A.R.S. § 15-701.01(F) gives you that power.
“…the state board shall make the final determination.”
So yeah, you’re not stuck with the local school’s decision. You can take it all the way to the state level. And sometimes, that’s exactly what’s needed.
🎓 Primavera’s Credentials Are Legit
Let’s set the record straight: Primavera Online School is fully accredited through 2030 by Cognia (formerly AdvancED).
✅ NCAA Approved
✅ AZ State Standards Aligned
✅ Public Charter School under Arizona State Board for Charter Schools
Anyone saying otherwise? Time to fact-check them—politely but firmly. 😏
Verify it yourself: Cognia.org → “Find Accredited Schools” → Search Primavera Online High School
🛑 Common Pushback… and How to Shut It Down
❌ “You can’t transfer to/from a charter school.”
Your Response:
“Actually, Arizona law supports open enrollment under A.R.S. § 15-816.01. Could you clarify your enrollment procedures and capacity limits?”
❌ “We don’t accept Primavera credits.”
Your Response:
“Primavera is fully accredited. State law requires credit acceptance under A.R.S. § 15-701.01(H). Let’s talk about how to get these properly evaluated.”
❌ “Primavera isn’t accredited.”
Your Response:
“Primavera is accredited by Cognia through 2030. I can show you the listing if you’d like to verify.”
❌ “Your student can’t retest for core credits.”
Your Response:
“A.R.S. § 15-701.01(I) gives my student the right to demonstrate competency. Let’s schedule the exam within the 10-day window.”
🗂️ Keep Your Receipts (No, Really)
Here’s what you should always hang on to:
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Emails and written responses from school officials
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Notes on who you spoke with and when
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Copies of enrollment/credit transfer policies
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Official transcript evaluations
Why? Because documentation is power—and it makes escalating your case way easier if you need to take it higher.
🚨 When Things Get Shady
If school staff provide inaccurate info, it’s more than just annoying—it may be a violation of professional ethics.
🔹 R7-2-1308 prohibits educators from distorting student info
🔹 A.R.S. § 15-505 allows the state to investigate misconduct
🔹 ASCA Ethical Standards require counselors to be truthful
Bottom line: educators must give you accurate information. If they don’t, they could face professional consequences.
📞 Who You Gonna Call?
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Arizona Department of Education
→ [email protected] | (602) 542-5393
→ For reporting unethical or misleading conduct -
AZ State Board of Education
→ azsbe.az.gov
→ To appeal credit transfer decisions -
U.S. Department of Education – Office for Civil Rights
→ [email protected] | (303) 844-5695
→ For discrimination or systemic resistance to charter school transfers
💥 Final Word: You’re the Advocate-in-Chief
No school gets to deny the work your student has done. Credit acceptance isn’t a favor—it’s the law. And now, you’ve got the tools, statutes, and receipts to make sure your student gets the recognition they deserve.
Got questions or stuck in a tricky situation? Primavera’s support team has your back.
Disclaimer: This blog is for educational purposes. For specific legal advice, consult an education attorney.
