Where Curiosity Meets Academic Excellence – Join CCPA Today!
Cottonwood College Prep Academy is a dynamic learning community where students and faculty share a passion for education. Utilizing a hybrid model, CCPA integrates interdisciplinary, project-based learning inspired by Montessori principles, fostering curiosity, creativity, and hands-on exploration.
Why choose CCPA?
At Cottonwood College Prep Academy (CCPA), we blend Montessori principles— such as: advisory, student agency, hands-on, experiential learning and teacher as a guide—with the essential skills highlighted by the Partnership for 21st Century Skills. Our innovative approach equips students to excel in an increasingly complex, demanding, and competitive world. At CCPA, we don’t just prepare students for college—we prepare them to become adaptable, forward-thinking leaders ready to succeed in the 21st century and beyond.
Project-Based Learning
Project-based learning is the emphasis at CCPA. Students participate in and complete projects each semester to showcase what they have learned.
Design Thinking
CCPA utilizes the Design Thinking Model in our classes and projects. Students are encouraged to approach all problems from this mindset.
College Prep
CCPA is a college prep high school. When students graduate, they will meet the requirements to attend institutions in the CSU and UC systems and many others.