Southern Highlands Preparatory School: Preparing Students for the Future
At Southern Highlands Preparatory School (SHPS), we provide a comprehensive education for preschool through eighth-grade students, blending academic rigor with personalized learning. Since 2003, we have focused on nurturing the strengths and learning styles of each child in a safe and supportive environment. Our mission is to prepare students to conquer challenges by applying 21st-century skills and knowledge to both academic and real-world situations.
Preschool – Links to Learning Curriculum
Links to Learning, our preschool curriculum for children ages 2 to 5 years, is designed to tap into a child’s readiness to learn through fun, engaging, and challenging activities. The program is organized into five developmental stages covering eight subject areas, ensuring a balance between introducing new concepts and reinforcing existing ones. From early literacy to social-emotional development, our preschoolers are prepared for the next phase of their education in a dynamic and supportive environment.
K-8 Academic Excellence
For students in kindergarten through eighth grade, SHPS offers a rigorous curriculum that is both stimulating and challenging. Our core subjects include language arts, mathematics, social studies, science, foreign language, and the arts. Our technology-rich curriculum is designed to meet 21st-century standards, allowing students to develop essential skills in communication, collaboration, and creativity. Personalized learning is a hallmark of our academic approach, with each student’s Personal Learning Plan setting goals in academics, career readiness, and 21st-century skills.
STEM & Enrichment
At SHPS, we understand the importance of STEM education in preparing students for the future. From kindergarten onward, our students engage in STEM programs that foster critical thinking and problem-solving through hands-on projects. In addition to the core curriculum, we offer a variety of specialty classes, including Spanish, technology, art, music, and physical education, designed to help students become well-rounded individuals.
Service Learning
Our commitment to fostering responsible citizenship extends beyond academics. Through our “Giving Without Walls” service learning projects, students connect with their community, applying what they’ve learned to real-world issues and recognizing how interconnected our world is. These projects teach valuable life skills, such as empathy, teamwork, and leadership.
Athletics & Extracurricular Activities
As part of the Valley Athletic Conference, SHPS offers a range of seasonal sports, including girls’ volleyball, coed flag football, soccer, basketball, and golf. Athletics play an integral role in helping students build teamwork, discipline, and confidence. We also offer extracurricular clubs and activities like sports, dance, music, art, and chess, which continue after school hours.
Before & After-School Care
To accommodate busy family schedules, SHPS provides before- and after-school care, with enriching activities such as sports, crafts, and games. Additionally, our camps provide a fun, safe, and educational environment for students during breaks, ensuring that learning continues even outside of the traditional school year.
Southern Highlands Preparatory School is committed to creating a legacy of academic excellence, personal growth, and community involvement. We strive to provide an environment where every child can develop into a confident, compassionate, and successful individual, ready to meet the challenges of tomorrow.
Locations:
Elementary - Middle
11500 Southern Highlands Pkwy
Las Vegas, NV 89141
(702) 745-2730
Preschool
4850 Le Baron Ave
Las Vegas NV
(408) 638-7127
