About Us
Lopez Academy is an Arizona nonprofit private microschool committed to providing academic instruction, biblical character development, and practical life skills to children and youth.
Programs include academic courses, skills-based training, and opportunities that encourage real-world application, including internships and volunteer experiences that support education.
Meet The Team
David Lopez, Principal
Background
15 yrs pastoring & teaching kids and teens
Master’s degree, ACSI-certified (2024-26)
SARSEF 2nd place statewide winner (6th grader, 2024)
ASU Prep Microschool Entrepreneur Fellowship winner
VELA Education Fund Grant winner
Autozone Liberty Bowl champion (2010)
Division 1 SEC student-athlete scholar
NFL 1st round prospect & Jr. Olympic recruit
Track & Field record holder & state champion (2008, 2009)
From Our Award-Winning Educator
I taught at school for some years before leaving to start my own. After I left, a mom told me, “My son said you were his best friend.”
This is why I teach.
Lopez Academy imagines a world where kids are robot-proof, irreplaceable, ready for the future — where your little world leader learns to think well in today’s smart world.
Our school is a launchpad for thinkers — a springboard to develop kids who can create and compete in the global market because their schooling works anywhere, anytime. For thinkers, creators, winners, & entrepreneurs who chase their dreams with agency because they’re prepared for the digital renaissance.
Real education isn’t about “teaching to the test,” chasing grades, afterschool homework, or dumping facts inside a kid’s head. It’s about raising incredible people for Jesus.
Lily Mattox, Teacher
Background
Elementary Education, UA (Pursuant)
FLEX Gymnastics, Coach
CS Design Studios, Podcast Producer
Ziplines Education, Digital Marketing Sc.
SWARM Pest Control, Social Media
My Gym, Social Manager & Teacher
Ironwood Ridge, Leadership Council
Missionary & Sunday School Teacher