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September 7, 2023

The Parent Becomes the Student at Curriculum Nights

Each year Great Hearts parents have an opportunity to take over their child’s seat in class to get a comprehensive understanding of a typical school day during Curriculum Night. These events, designed for current Great Hearts parents, are scheduled in the fall within the first few weeks of school. “Curriculum Night is a time when... Read More »

September 7, 2023

8 Great Hearts Academies Recognized as Best High Schools

U.S. News released their rankings for the 2023-2024 Best High Schools and eight Great Hearts Arizona Preparatory Academies earned high National and metro-area rankings on their list. The schools include: Scottsdale Prep, Chandler Prep, North Phoenix Prep, Great Hearts Anthem, Veritas Prep, Glendale Prep, Trivium Prep, and Arete Prep. By earning a national ranking in... Read More »

September 5, 2023

Millennial Coach Leads Football Team with New Energy

Mike Marino is one of the youngest, if not the youngest head coach in the AIA. But at the age of 25, he comes to Arete Prep with a wealth of experience as an athlete. “It shows them that you can be young and go after what you want,” Marino said. “I just played college ball three years ago, so... Read More »

August 22, 2023

Alumni Send-Off is a Welcomed Return

Right before school started for scholars this year at North Phoenix Prep, the academy hosted its first ever Alumni Send-Off. Nearly 30 alumni attended from as far back as the Class of 2019. Not only did past students have the rare opportunity to reconnect with former classmates, but faculty also enjoyed the fortuity to experience the... Read More »

August 21, 2023

Leisure in the School Day and Academic Calendar

By Brandon Crowe About a decade ago, I did something remarkable – at least it seemed remarkable at the time: I threw out my calendar. It was not frenzy or anti-structural zeal that drove me to the recycle bin; I finally made the plunge to an exclusively electronic calendar. This was a practical move, but... Read More »