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July 26, 2024

Scaling New Peaks at The 2024 Summit

The 2,000+ educators and support staff that make up Great Hearts Arizona gathered for the annual event called The Summit. This large kickoff for the school year provides space for the staff to learn together, celebrate the enthusiasm for the year ahead, and remind every one of the purpose and vision they share at Great Hearts... Read More »

July 23, 2024

Protecting Learning Spaces by Limiting Cell Phones

In recent news, several schools and district across Arizona have announced a ban on cell phone use during school hours in an effort to reduce distractions in the classroom. While this is making significant media attention, keeping students free from distractions such as texting and scrolling social media has been a staple for Great Hearts academies... Read More »

July 19, 2024

Back-to-School Bedtime Routines and Strategies for Parents

 As summer break draws to a close, the countdown to the new school year begins. For parents, this means ensuring uniforms still fit, school supplies are ready, and calendars are filled with upcoming school events. Re-establishing daily routines, especially those discarded during summer break, becomes essential. One of the most challenging but crucial transitions for... Read More »

July 17, 2024

Glendale Prep Played the Best on a Big Stage at Section 7

This summer, a unique offseason opportunity was given to the boys and girls varsity basketball teams at Glendale Prep, when they were invited to compete in Section 7 at  State Farm Stadium, where the 2024 NCAA Final Four was played. The stadium floor was converted into 12 wooden basketball courts for three weekends, where over 400 high school teams from... Read More »

July 16, 2024

NBA Star Inspires Young Athletes at Lincoln Prep Summer Camp

Jalen Williams, a professional NBA forward for the Oklahoma City Thunder, recently spoke to a group of 5th–8th grade student-athletes at Lincoln Prep’s Summer Basketball Camp. According to Athletic Director Aaron Foshie, Williams spent about 45 minutes chatting, shooting around, taking pictures, and signing autographs. “I had spoken to Jalen in the past about attending our summer basketball camp and talking to our kids,... Read More »