Needs more time
Some kids need extra time and focused help to master reading or math basics. We step in with targeted support before moving on.
Now enrolling ESA families
Every child can thrive on the right path.
Little Village School pairs self-paced digital coursework with dedicated, in-person teachers, so every scholar in Casa Grande gets real support, high expectations, and a schedule that fits your family.
- Founded by Casa Grande teachers
- Enroll from your phone
- Documents encrypted
Progress saves as you go
Finish enrollment anytime with your secure resume link.
- years of combined classroom and administrative experience
- 27+
- teaching Casa Grande students since
- 2016
- every grade, one close-knit learning community
- K-12
- ways to learn: online, hybrid, and in person
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Why Little Village
Education that fits the child, not the other way around.
We founded Little Village School after watching too many students struggle in rigid, one-size-fits-all classrooms. Whatever your child needs, we meet them there.
Ready to move faster
Others move quickly and get bored waiting. When a scholar masters a topic, we launch them into advanced challenges.
Thrives with structure
Many students blossom with daily structure, hands-on guidance, and a teacher who truly knows them.
Needs flexibility
Work shifts, caregiving, and travel rarely fit a standard school day. Our online, hybrid, and in-person options do.
Our philosophy
Four pillars. One high standard.
Every student can succeed when given the right tools, real support, and high expectations tailored to their unique needs. These four commitments guide every lesson.
01
High Expectations
We expect every student to grow academically and master Arizona state standards. Flexibility never means low standards.
02
Personalized Learning
We adapt instruction, group work, and pacing to match each child, so learning gaps close before they build up.
03
Teacher-Guided Independence
Scholars take charge of their own learning with steady teacher support, coaching, and clear goals.
04
Flexible Access
Online, hybrid, and in-person options mean education fits real family schedules without compromising quality.
How learning works
Technology supports. Teachers lead.
Software can never replace a passionate educator. Our scholars learn through self-paced digital coursework and join us for real, hands-on teaching that adjusts to their progress every day.
- Self-paced digital coursework aligned with Arizona standards
- Small-group workshops and hands-on projects
- One-on-one tutoring when a concept needs more time
- Active mentoring, goal-setting, and timely feedback
- Science of Reading phonics instruction with Secret Stories
Arizona ESA
Use your Empowerment Scholarship Account at Little Village.
Arizona's ESA program lets families direct state education funding toward the learning environment that fits their child. We keep enrollment simple and guide you through every document.
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Tell us about your family
Parent and student basics take about two minutes on your phone.
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Snap photos of your documents
A birth certificate and a recent household bill, right from your camera.
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We take it from there
Our team reviews everything and reaches out personally with next steps.
Have these ready
- Student birth certificate
- Bill from the last 60 days
- Your home address
- Your phone's camera
Meet the founders
Casa Grande teachers building the school our kids deserve.
Mike and Shannon Hanrion are seasoned professional teachers who have served Casa Grande students since 2016.
Michael Hanrion
Co-Founder
B.A. Psychology · M.Ed.
Mike holds a B.A. in Psychology and a Master of Education. A Casa Grande local, he has taught in the community since 2016. His psychology background shapes how he teaches: understand how each child learns, catch skill gaps early, and build the confidence and executive-functioning habits students need to own their learning.
Shannon Hanrion
Co-Founder
B.A. Art
Shannon holds a degree in Art and has taught in Casa Grande since 2016. A Casa Grande local, she brings creativity and hands-on projects into her teaching so ideas become concrete, and she works directly with families to make enrollment simple and personal.
Ready to find the right path for your child?
Start your ESA enrollment online in a few minutes. Your progress saves automatically, and our team is here to help at every step.