| A Note from the Headmaster
Hello Parents,
What a week of playoff games! All our high school teams made playoffs for the Winter Season. It has certainly been busy for our Varsity student-athletes; I am sure they are looking forward to Monday’s day off, as you are as well. I hope you and your family enjoy the extended weekend together.
Please be on the lookout of the annual family survey. An essential part of our community is hearing feedback from you, the parents. Each year, our network sends out a family survey asking a variety of questions, as well as providing an opportunity for general comments. This data along with any narrative comments are vital to help us self-reflect as a school and make any necessary changes to improve. The surveys will run for a two-week window between Tuesday, February 18, and Tuesday, March 4. I know that surveys can be time-consuming and maybe even frustrating if we do not ask the right questions, but you should be able to complete this survey within 15 minutes on your phone. Your opinion matters greatly to me, so please do complete the survey and share candidly. If you would like to follow up with a phone call or meeting with me, I welcome it.
Thank you,
Mr. Navarrette
Headmaster
Academics
6th-9th grade parents: Have you received a Missing Assignment Report?
Every Friday, Missing Assignment Reports are sent out when an assignment is flagged in a gradebook as ‘late’, ‘incomplete’, or ‘missing’.
A ‘missing assignment’ has never been turned in (possibly due to absence or simply not turned in).
A ‘late assignment’ was turned in after the due date (not due to absence).
An ‘incomplete assignment’ is an assignment that was turned in, but points were deducted due to not being completed fully.
Reports are run for a two-week period. So, if you receive a notification saying your child’s assignment is ‘missing’ one week, and it’s marked as ‘late’ the next week, you can see that your child has turned it in. If your student was absent, you may see a ‘missing’ assignment for the day they were absent, and it would be removed from the report the following week after it is turned in. ‘Incomplete’ assignments will stay on the report for two weeks.
Always ask your child first about the Missing Assignment Report before reaching out to the teacher if there is confusion.
Dean of Students
We want to take this opportunity to share with students and parents what the dress code process will look like for Winter Formal. After students are dropped off at the courtyard gates, they will enter the courtyard and young men will go to the right (toward room 405), while young ladies will go to the left (toward room 406) for the dress code check. All students who are within the dress code will proceed directly into the dance. If there are any concerns, the young men will be directed to one classroom while the young ladies move to a different classroom so that parents can be contacted about bringing a new shirt, different dress, etc. Students will wait in these rooms until the dress code issue is resolved. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Mure or Mr. Hayward at deansofstudents@glendaleprep.org.
Field Day
Field Day is Wednesday, February 19th. We’ve combined the best of both athletic and academic games to yield a day of fun, House spirit, and teamwork! Field Day attendance is required, just as it would be on any regular early release day. Students report to their Kin rooms at 8am.
Shirts:
Glendale Prep issued, unaltered House t-shirt.
-Must be school issued.
-Shirts cannot be tied or cut.
GP outerwear is allowed.
Non-GP outerwear is allowed as long as it is a solid color with no lettering or design, and the logo is no larger than the palm of the hand.
Pants/shorts:
Athletic pants, leggings, yoga pants, sweatpants/joggers, uniform pants, or uniform shorts
are permitted.
Athletic shorts must be either mid-thigh or be worn over other pants/shorts reaching to at least mid-thigh.
-No spandex shorts allowed, unless worn under athletic shorts.
Athletic footwear is required.
No uniform skirts.
Hats, Face Paint, and Footwear:
Hats are allowed but the logo must be smaller than the palm of the hand.
Face paint allowed for decorative embellishments; students are not allowed to paint their entire face.
Footwear should be athletic in nature: no sandals, open-toed, crocs, or platform shoes.
Senior Trip
Senior Trip Information Meeting on Feb. 19th.
The Senior trip is almost here!
An informational meeting for Seniors and their parents will take place on Wednesday, February 19th at 6 pm in room 706-707. We will be reviewing our itinerary and providing practical information and tips for the trip.
Please confirm your presence by completing this form.
Looking forward to meeting you all.
For any further questions please contact Madame Cognet-Pereira at ccognet-pereira@glendaleprep.org.
7th Grade Field Trip
The 7th graders are excited to visit the Wildlife World Zoo on Friday, February 21st. As a reminder, please don’t order a hot lunch for this day. Instead, pack a sack lunch! Students must bring a disposable water bottle as well.
As always, cell phones will remain on campus, and cameras are strictly prohibited. Despite it being a spirit day, students are required to wear their regular school uniform. They are welcome to wear any walking or athletic shoes that they are comfortable getting dusty!
We can’t wait to spend the day with the animals!
Family Giving
Support Arizona Public Schools – Tax Credit Donations Needed by April 15th!
Dear Families,
We are excited to remind you that the deadline for making a tax credit donation to support our school is fast approaching – April 15th! When you contribute to the Arizona Public School Tax Credit, you get every dollar back on your state taxes, so it’s a win-win!
Your donation helps fund important programs such as:
- Arts – Enriching our students’ creativity.
- Athletics – Providing opportunities for teamwork and physical fitness.
- Field Trips – Offering students hands-on learning experiences outside the classroom.
- Extracurricular Clubs – Encouraging growth, exploration, and leadership.
Your support makes a huge difference in enhancing the educational experience for all students. Please consider making your donation today and be part of something special!
Thank you for your continued support and don’t forget to share this with your friends and family! Use this link to contribute today Donate to Glendale Preparatory Tax Credit.
Please reach out to Tammy Kempton, Family Giving Officer, with any questions at tkempton@glendaleprep.org.
HS Winter Formal Dance
This is your LAST CHANCE to get your ticket on-line for the Winter Dance for all high school students TOMORROW on Saturday February, 15th from 6:00 to 9:00 pm, in the GP Gym. The theme is “Romeo and Juliet’s Ball”!
Tickets are available on the payment portal: HERE
Tickets are $25 online until 4 pm tomorrow. Tickets will also be on-sale at the door for $30.
Doors will open at 6:00 pm in the courtyard. Students must be picked up by 9:15 pm.
For this FORMAL EVENT, students are expected to adhere to the following DRESS CODE:
For Gentlemen:
- Dress pants of an appropriate length and fit with a belt / Jeans, shorts, or pants with an exposed back pocket are not allowed / Rips or tears in pants are not allowed.
- Dress shirt: collared button-down dress shirt, must be properly fitted / Deep V-neck shirts are not allowed / Rips and cutouts are not allowed / Must be tucked in at the waist.
- Tie or bow tie required.
- Dress shoes must be worn with dress socks and are to be worn throughout the night / Sneakers must be worn with socks and are to be worn throughout the night / No bare feet, slippers, flip flops, or sandals are allowed.
- Hair must be styled appropriately and be a natural color.
For young Ladies:
- Long or midi skirts or dresses are highly encouraged. Hemlines must be no higher than mid-thigh – this includes when the young lady is dancing, moving, or bending. Slits may not go above the mid-thigh.
- Cap-sleeve, spaghetti straps, one-shoulder, halter strap, and tank-top dresses/tops are allowed / Strapless dresses/tops are not allowed / Bare midriffs are not allowed, nor are cut outs (front, sides, or back), including ones that have see-through, sheer, or illusion fabrics.
- Dresses must not have exposed décolletage/cleavage.
- “Body-con” dresses are not allowed.
- Backs of dresses/tops are not allowed to dip lower than the base of the shoulder blade.
- Pants: appropriately fitted dress pants are allowed in lieu of a dress or skirt.
- Dress shoes or sneakers are allowed and must be worn throughout the night – no bare feet.
- Hair must be styled appropriately and be a natural color.
See you there!
College Counseling
ACT Prep Workshop: An ACT Prep Workshop at Glendale Preparatory Academy will be offered from February 8th until April 12th. If you are interested and would like to learn more, please refer to this flyer. If you have any additional questions, please contact Mr. Bradley at nbradley@glendaleprep.org
College Rep Visits: All visits are held during lunch and lyceum in Room 706. 9th-12th grade students interested in learning more about these schools are invited to attend. Our upcoming visits are:
University of Arizona – Thursday, February 13, 2025 – 12:15PM – 1:00PM
Wheaton College – Tuesday, February 18, 2025 – 12:15PM – 1:00PM
Northern Arizona University – Thursday, March 27, 2025 – 12:15PM – 1:00PM
The Great Hearts College Symposium: This is an excellent way for families of 10th and 11th-grade students to explore and interact with multiple colleges in a single event. Admissions representatives will give presentations on essay writing, financial aid, and more on Saturday, March 1st, from 3:15PM to 6:00PM. We strongly encourage all 10th and 11th-grade students to attend the Symposium.
This event is held at Scottsdale Preparatory Academy (16537 N. 92nd St., Scottsdale, AZ 85260). To register, please go to StriveFair.com, where you will receive a personalized barcode for entry. All students must wear school uniforms when attending this symposium.
ASVAB: The ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) test will be offered to all students on Wednesday, March 5th, 2025, after school at 1:00 PM. Testing will last approximately three and a half hours, and students must be picked up at 4:30 PM. The ASVAB is a standardized test to assess a student’s aptitude for various occupations. While it can provide valuable insights into potential career paths, participation is voluntary. We understand that some parents may be concerned about the ASVAB, particularly its potential for military recruitment. Please be assured that, as a school, we do not send ASVAB information to any military office for recruitment. However, the option to send scores for military recruitment will be made available. Please only complete this OPT-out form if you want to prevent your child from participating.
What To Do During Summer: Summer is approaching, and Students are curious about what they can do during the summer. The following are a few options for summer programs here in Arizona:
Health Careers Institute – Midwestern University
Business Careers Awareness Program – University of Arizona
The Joaquin Bustoz Math-Science Honors Program (JBMSHP) – Arizona State University
Athletics
Winter Sports
The high school boys soccer team will host a second round playoff game at our field on Saturday, February 15th at 2:00 PM.
This is an AIA event, and they set the ticket prices. No cash will be accepted. Tickets must be purchased online using the following link: Arete Prep – Soccer – Feb 15, 2025
Winter Sports Awards
The winter sports awards will be held on February 26th. The middle school ceremony will be from 5:30-6:45. The high school ceremony will be from 7:00-8:00. Reach out to your coaches with questions. |