Earlier this month, the Great Hearts Arizona community came together in extraordinary fashion for the 8th annual Great Hearts Gala, presented by Smead Capital Management, to raise funds for the Teacher Excellence Fund.   More than 550 parents, faculty, and supporters filled the courtyards and ballroom at Warehouse 215 in downtown Phoenix, decked out in black... Read More »

At both campuses of Young Hearts Preschool, young learners explored the art of legendary artist Pablo Picasso. At Young Hearts Scottsdale, School Director Megan Heidmann and teachers engaged with their students in a week-long exploration of Picasso’s life and creative style, all leading up to a unique “fashion show” that allowed them to showcase their Picasso-inspired masterpieces... Read More »

Great Hearts Arizona has named Maryvale Prep science teacher Tom Barringer as its 2025 Exceptional Teaching Award recipient, recognizing his outstanding dedication and impact within the charter network’s classrooms. Barringer’s role at Maryvale  Prep reads more like a grocery list rather than a simple title. “I have taught everywhere from 7th grade up to 10th grade science. I’m teaching... Read More »

The K-12 workshops at the National Symposium for Education are designed to enhance the theme, Classical Education and the American Experiment, with interactive workshops on History, Lesson Planning, Art, Poetry, Physics, Essays, Shakespeare, Logic, and more. “We will be joined by several subject experts,” shared Carol McNamara, Director of Great Hearts Institute, who hosts the Symposium each... Read More »

Aurora Lea is a middle school student at Great Hearts Anthem who just completed her first cross-country season. Like many runners, she enjoys the freedom and accomplishment she feels finishing at a meet. But for Lea, running is also a disciplined practice in trust and teamwork. With vision measured at 20/800, meaning she must be just... Read More »