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 »
Great Hearts Arizona recently hosted its first-ever network-wide Great Hearts Cheer Clinic, where nearly 50 athletes from eight different Arizona academies came together at Cicero Prep’s gymnasium to learn from former Grand Canyon University and NHL cheerleaders. 5th – 12th grade students from Cicero Prep, Lincoln Prep, Maryvale Prep, Glendale Prep, Trivium Prep, Veritas Prep, North Phoenix Prep, and Great Hearts Anthem were offered a comprehensive introduction to cheerleading. The clinic aimed... Read More »
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 »
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 »
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 »