What an incredible experience! This year, ATO INC was honored to participate in our very first 602 Day celebration, representing the heart, creativity, and community spirit of Phoenix along the historic 16th Street corridor. Throughout the event, we welcomed visitors into our space, provided tours of our facility, shared our mission, and highlighted the many emPOWERing programs that make ATO INC unique. From education and arts to leadership development and community engagemen

We recently celebrated Coach Monte’s birthday in true ATO INC fashion — with a surprise pickup game where the message was simple: It’s Showtime. What unfolded was more than a celebration. It was community in motion. Friends, family, youth, and supporters came together on the court to laugh, compete, encourage one another, and most importantly—play. From fast breaks to friendly matchups and unforgettable moments in the paint, the day captured exactly what we believe sports sho

At The Outlet, Inc. and ATO Academy were honored to participate as one of 84 organizations at the 2026 Provider Connection Expo hosted by Prevent Child Abuse Arizona under the direction of Clair Louge, with support from the Maricopa Family Support Alliance. The event brought together direct service providers, nonprofits, agencies, and organizations from across Arizona that are dedicated to supporting children, youth, and families through free or low-cost services. Held at the

Celebrate 602 Day 2026 with us in the Heart of Phoenix! GET TICKETS HERE! Join us for an ALL AGES Silent DJ Party from 3PM–10PM featuring music, vibes, dancing, and community fun! 1-Hour Silent DJ Admission — ONLY $6.02 Meal Specials — ONLY $6.02 FREE Open House Tours of Our Facility All Day Bring your family, friends, and your 602 pride as we celebrate the culture, creativity, and energy of the Valley together! #602Day #PhoenixAZ #SilentDJ #FamilyFun #AllAges #CommunityVi

As we wrapped up another incredible school year, our recent field trip to Ability360 turned out to be more than just an outing — it became one of the most meaningful, eye-opening, and emPOWERing experiences our students, families, and staff have shared together. From the moment we arrived, the environment was welcoming, inclusive, encouraging, and full of positive energy. The staff showed extraordinary patience and kindness while teaching us about adaptive sports, equipment,

We’re excited to share that Coach Sha of ATO INC has entered an amazing art contest hosted by Johnny Depp—and we would love your support! You can vote once per day, free of charge, and every vote helps bring her closer to winning. Let’s rally together and support her creativity and talent! View her submission and vote here:http://peoplesartist.org/2026/sha Thank you for taking a moment each day to show your support. It truly means a lot!

Curious about ATO Academy? Come experience what it’s really like to be a student in our creative, performance-based academic setting! We invite interested families and students (K–12) to join us for a hands-on immersive “student for a day” experience this July. 🎉 Step into our world of creative expression, academics, and performing arts, and see how learning comes alive through movement, music, collaboration, and project-based education. What to expect: 🏫 Campus tour of ATO

Step into a creative movement where arts, community, and opportunity come together! 🎭✨ AMPlify the Arts is a free-to-low-cost community outreach performing arts program designed to uplift youth, families, and artists of all ages and abilities through dance, music, and live performance experiences. Our mission is simple: make the arts accessible, expressive, and empowering for everyone. 💛 Participants gain access to year-round training, creative development, and real-world p

CASTING CALL – STUDENT MUSIC VIDEO (DANCE) We’re casting dancers for an original pop music video project filming in Tempe, AZ! This is a fun, high-energy student production open to ages 10+ and ALL dance styles and levels—beginner, intermediate, and advanced dancers are all encouraged to audition. PROJECT DETAILS: Project Type: Student Music/Dance Video (Pop Genre – Original Song) Shoot Date: Saturday, May 2 Time: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM Location: Tempe, Arizona WHAT TO EXPECT: A m

At The Outlet Inc. is proud to announce that we have been awarded a $4,500 Project Support Grant from the City of Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture. This investment supports the launch of our first annual AMPlify the Arts – Global Celebration, taking place June 19–20, 2026. This grant represents more than funding. It is a meaningful step toward building a sustainable, community-centered arts initiative that uplifts youth voices, celebrates cultural diversity, and expands acc

There are moments in this journey where words fall short—this is one of them. We are once again humbled and deeply grateful to acknowledge an unsolicited, anonymous donation of $2,500 from the Bernstein Philanthropic Impact Fund . This unrestricted grant couldn’t have come at a more pivotal time, helping to cover vital operating expenses such as monthly facility rent and utilities . Running a community-centered nonprofit like At The Outlet, Inc. takes immense effort, long ho

We were honored to welcome out-of-state visitors Tracey Brown and Nyla Thompson from NY/NJ to tour our facility and experience our students in action. Their visit was filled with inspiration, connection, and excitement as they observed classrooms, engaged with students and families, and witnessed firsthand the power of our performing arts and creative learning environment. Tracey Brown, a valued member of our Board of Directors and longtime mentor to Coach Peaches for over 10

Our monthly field trip took learning beyond the classroom and into the wild as 27 students and families traveled 1.5 hours from Phoenix, AZ for an exciting educational adventure at Out of Africa Safari Park. For this special excursion, we rented a coach van—our first long-distance field trip—turning travel time into community-building, conversation, and anticipation for the day ahead. Students experienced Arizona Academic Standards in real time through hands-on, experiential

WATCH OUR RECAP VIDEO HERE! On Thursday, February 12, our students had a blast at Valley Suns Field Trip Day where basketball, science, and fun collided in the most experimental way! Hypothesis: STEM + Sports = Maximum Fun We put our scientific method skills to the test right from the start: Ask a Question - Could we combine science experiments with basketball excitement? Do Background Research - The Valley Suns G-League team, the NBA affiliate of the Phoenix Suns, plays at M

National School Choice Week All-Star Event | January 30, 2026 | Encanto Sports Complex 🎥 Watch the Recap! 🥇 Relive the highlights from our Homeschool Field Day: 👉 https://youtu.be/-a304EROssU On January 30, 2026 , ATO Academy proudly hosted our very first K–12 Homeschool Field Day , and what an unforgettable day it was! As a National School Choice Week All-Star Representative , we were honored to bring families together for a day filled with connection, competition, encour

We are honored and excited to share that ATO Academy has been selected as one of Arizona’s National School Choice Week (NSCW) All‑Stars ! This recognition highlights not just our commitment to creative, student‑centered learning, but also the fact that we get to live and serve in a state where school choice is a real, actionable option for families . ( Learn more about NSCW ) National School Choice Week , observed every January, shines a positive spotlight on the range of K

Sometimes, the most life-changing opportunities begin with a simple invitation. What started as an ATO Academy parent, K. Hugins, inviting Coach Nay to attend a dance class with Taureake Dorill Ramos quickly unfolded into a once-in-a-lifetime experience—one that reflects the power of community, mentorship, and saying “yes” when doors open. That initial invitation sparked a connection that led to Coach Nay being nominated and ultimately selected to participate in the guiDANCE

Howdy, partners! We’re still ridin’ high after our unforgettable day at Robinson Ranch , and we’re excited to share the recap video so you can relive all the fun! Saddle up—because our Robinson Ranch Field Trip was a true western adventure with heart! Watch the full recap video: https://youtu.be/M26DiM9yOwE From the moment we arrived, Cowboy John and his amazing ranch staff made us feel right at home. Students and families didn’t just explore ranch life—they learned about a

A Perfect Way to End the Year: ATO’s 1st Annual Merry Mixer On December 19 , At The Outlet, Inc. hosted our 1st Annual Merry Mixer —a heartfelt celebration created by our staff as a way to say thank you to the students, families, volunteers, and supporters who plugged into our community all year long. The Merry Mixer wasn’t about performances or rehearsals. It was about connection, appreciation, and joy —and it was truly the perfect way to close out an incredible season. An

Closing the Year on a High Note: Robson Rockettes Cheer Squad - December PBIS Awards Rally We were honored to close out the year by partnering with Robson Elementary for their December PBIS Awards Rally , where our ATO Cheer and Dance students had the opportunity to perform and celebrate student achievement. The PBIS Rally recognizes positive behavior, leadership, and community values—making it the perfect setting for our students to share their energy, talent, and teamwo