When Dr. Mary Frances Jeffries retired in 2023 after nearly a decade of service at Archway Veritas as headmaster, she thought she had closed a fulfilling chapter of her impressive career in education. But in true Great Hearts fashion, the network had a way of calling her back. This time to serve as interim headmaster at Arete... Read More »
As the school year begins at Arete Prep, incoming freshmen take part in the unique tradition of Charger Camp at Camp Tontozona. Located in the Tonto National Forest near Payson, this historic site has long been known as the summer training ground for Arizona State University’s football team. Originally established in 1959 by legendary ASU Coach Frank... Read More »
Great Hearts Arizona is excited to announce that ten of our seniors have been named National Merit Finalists. These high-achieving seniors earned a high score on the PSAT and met other program requirements, placing them among approximately 15,000 of the most academically promising students in the nation. According to the National Merit Scholarship Corporation... Read More »
Before graduation festivities at Arete Prep commenced, the Class of 2025 seniors and their families joined the faculty in the gymnasium-turned-banquet hall for a time-honored tradition at the academy, the Senior Tribute Dinner. Dressed in semi-formal eveningwear, guests enjoyed a catered meal while taking selfies and catching up with friends and family, but the highlight... Read More »
Great Hearts Arizona is excited to announce that nine of our seniors have been named National Merit Finalists. These high-achieving seniors earned a high score on the PSAT and met other program requirements, placing them among approximately 15,000 of the most academically promising students in the nation. According to the National Merit Scholarship Corporation website,... Read More »
