Spirit and Confidence Were Raised at Cheer Clinic
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »