Kindergarteners at Archway Veritas recently read the classic story of The Velveteen Rabbit and celebrated the literature and the wonder that the story inspires with a Velveteen Rabbit Day. Sheena Barton, a kindergarten teacher at Archway Veritas, explained that her class has been reading the story all week. “We’ve been talking about what it means to... Read More »
The Parent Service Organization (PSO) at Veritas Prep organized a special literary event for the 7th grade scholars to commemorate the end of their curricular reading of the classic, A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. In past years, the event was observed as a luncheon for the students, but this year, they were treated to experiencing the masterpiece... Read More »
Before winter break begins the Great Hearts campus in Goodyear, Ariz., the Archway Trivium and Trivium Prep staff take part in a long-standing competition. For over a decade now, the campus has held a gingerbread competition, where teams work together to build structures that rival works of art, albeit some more abstract than others. “It’s just a really great... Read More »
For the fourth year, Glendale Prep has partnered with the Glendale Fire Department to make donations to Toys for Tots. This partnership includes a visit from the large fire engine to receive the donated new, unopened, unwrapped toys from the senior class during one of their mini senior retreats. Seniors at Glendale Prep enjoy mini senior retreats throughout... Read More »
One of the hallmarks that sets Great Hearts academies apart is our comprehensive college counseling program. Beginning as early as freshmen year, our counselors provide intentional guidance, personalized support, and access to meaningful college and career exploration opportunities that extend well beyond the classroom. Through college tours, academic credit options, campus partnerships, and family-centered events,... Read More »