Brighton Demerest-Smith, a studio art teacher and fine arts master teacher at Cicero Preparatory Academy in Scottsdale, Arizona, undertook an incredible summer opportunity that led him across the country to Washington, D.C. As part of his extensive research on the artist Agnes Pelton, Demerest-Smith was granted access to invaluable resources, an experience that is sure... Read More »

Sofia Boonzaayer, a rising senior at Glendale Prep, has recently achieved remarkable success in high school athletics, earning the #1 spot in the state of Arizona for Girls Shot Put. Earlier, at the Divisional Championships, Boonzaayer’s talent was on display as she secured first place in discus and second place in shot put. Her performance... Read More »

The Kinder Readiness program at Great Hearts Harveston in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, proved to be a positive experience for its young scholars. Over the course of two weeks, from June 3 to June 14, incoming kindergarten students were introduced to the foundational elements of their future education while becoming familiar with the school environment and... Read More »

Great Hearts hosted its inaugural Great Hearts Invitational Tournament of Cup Champions (TOCC), a private 18-hole golf event where top golfers from Great Hearts academies competed at Talking Stick Golf Resort for the prestigious Navy-Blue Great Hearts TOCC Jacket. Ty Pennypacker, the 2024 Scottsdale Prep Cup Champion, claimed victory in the tournament.   Roland Bennett, known to his... Read More »

Lauren Lam’s journey from student to lead teacher at Great Hearts Glendale is a testament to dedication, perseverance, and a deep connection to her educational roots. Just finishing her first year as a second-grade lead teacher, Lam’s story began years ago as a student at the very campus where she now inspires young minds. “I... Read More »