Weekly Blast 02.16.24
February 20, 2024 -
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| A Note from the Headmaster
Hello Parents, I had a meeting with all headmasters of Prep schools across our network this past week. We are reading through a book by Stephen R. Covey titled, Trust and Inspire. The premise of the book juxtaposes two types of leadership styles: Command and Control vs. Trust and Inspire. The book is written for leaders, but I wonder if the principles could be helpful for us as parents. Here is a table that I found insightful with qualities or effects of each system of leadership-
I know it is difficult for you to make application and assessment of this with such a short summary, but I do find myself defaulting to the “command and control” paradigm both as a school leader and parent, but I very much know my heart is to be one who leads by building trust and inspiring others to seek self-accountability through mutual commitment. This book has certainly made me reflect and consider how I can grow and improve. Thank you for letting me share. Enjoy the extended weekend, Current 6th-11th Grade Re-Enrollment: COMING SOON Secure your student’s spot for the 2024-2025 school year beginning March 4th by completing the re-enrollment packet on the Enrollment Portal (you will receive an email when re-enrollment is live) and bringing in all the required items during one of our available slots HERE. Slots are broken down for families with just Archway students, just Prep students, and for families with both Archway and Prep students. Please sign up for only ONE time slot PER FAMILY! THIS PROCESS IS QUICK AND EASY! Simply print out the re-enrollment packet one-sided, and bring it to the GP gym lobby during your scheduled time slot. You will also need to bring in one Arizona Residency Document (we prefer a driver’s license or utility bill with your current address). The document you provide must list the physical address where the student resides and should match the address in the re-enrollment packet. NEW THIS YEAR: The document MUST also list the name of the person who signed the AZ Residency Form in the re-enrollment packet. Re-enrollment materials will not be accepted or marked complete if any of the required materials are missing. We look forward to seeing you at re-enrollment! Current 8th Grade: Rising 9th Grade Language Survey At 9:00AM on Tuesday, February 20th, you will receive an email regarding your rising 9th grader’s language choice for the 2024-2025 school year. It is important ALL current 8th grade families read this email and fill out the Rising 9th Grade Language Survey, regardless of their student’s intent to return to Glendale Prep next year. Please be aware that our language classes each have a limited number of seats, and all responses are time stamped. Your prompt reply will increase the chance that your child will receive his or her first choice of language, and will also help us in class planning for next year. Students who do not have a language selected by March 18th will be assigned to a 9th grade language class for 2024-2025 based on availability and will not be changed. Junior & Senior Promenade: SAVE the DATE Saturday, April 13th, 2024 Anthem Country Club Robotics Takes First Place; Heads to State TOMORROW This weekend, the two GP Robotics teams, Unscheduled Disassembly and Metal Masters, will compete in the state tournament. Both teams have strong robots and are competing to take first place and advance to the Worlds Tournament in Houston. The event takes place at Brophy Preparatory Academy and is free and open to the public. Come out and support the teams and see the outcome from an incredibly strong season of hard work and accomplishment! Address: 4701 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85012 Middle School Epic Cycle: The Death of Baldr Join us Friday, March 1st from 7:00 to 10:00 PM, for a night of games, music, and epic storytelling! All middle school students are invited to attend. Snacks will be provided, and students are encouraged to bring their favorite board games to enjoy with friends and teachers. The highlight of our evening will be a theatrical retelling of The Death of Baldr, a beloved Norse myth. Tickets are available on the payment portal HERE for $15 through February 23rd and $20 thereafter through 5:00 PM the day of the event. Tickets are $30 CASH ONLY at the door and parents will need to sign a paper permission form in person before student entry to the epic cycle for those who did not pay on the portal. Dress Code: This is not a uniformed event. Coverage should be the same as the standard middle school uniform and in accordance with Non-Uniform Dress Code for Special Events on page 51 of the Family Handbook. No large distracting logos. Students are encouraged to dress warmly, and to wear gym-appropriate athletic shoes. House shirts are also recommended! Cell phones must be brought in a zip-top baggy clearly labeled with the student’s name. Students must be picked up from the event by 10:15 PM. Please email Mr. Kilcup at mkilcup@glendaleprep.org with questions. 8th Grade Dinner SAVE the DATE May 10, 2024 6p-9p Griffin Players Presents Boy Meets Girl Join the Griffin Players for their winter production, Boy Meets Girl, a romp through 1930s Hollywood and a romantic comedy about the making of a romantic comedy. Performances are February 16th-17th and February 23rd-24th at 7:30PM with an additional performance at 2:30PM each Saturday. Tickets are $10 for students and $15 for non-students on the payment portal HERE. 2024 Great Hearts Gala Great Hearts is seeking families to represent our academy on the 2024 Great Hearts Gala Committee. If you are interested in serving on the committee, please contact Keara Katayama at keara.katayama@greathearts.org. Please view the invitation for more information HERE! Tax Credit Did you know Tax Credits help support Glendale Prep’s field trips, after-school enrichment clubs, Fine Arts, and Athletics? This Tax Credit season, Glendale Prep will be having a fun Tax Credit contest for students!
Anyone that pays Arizona state income taxes is eligible to give to our school! Please share this link to Donate to Glendale Preparatory Tax Credit Drive with your friends and family and ask them to support GP! By including your student’s name in the student referral field, we can easily track Tax Credits for this contest. Please remember this is not an out-of-pocket donation, but instead a redirection of tax dollars they would already be paying. The deadline to give is April 15th. Thank you for your support! Please reach out to Tammy Kempton at tkempton@glendaleprep.org. College Counseling ASU SUMMER PROGRAMS: If your student is a high school student or a rising high school student, ASU offers a variety of summer programs located on various campuses including the Barrett Summer Scholars Program. To learn more about individual programs and access applications, utilize this LINK. MIDWESTERN UNIVERSITY SUMMER HEALTH INSTITUTE: If your student is interested in experiencing healthcare related careers, consider applying to Midwestern’s Summer Health Institute. You can view their flyer HERE for more details. The deadline to apply for the program is April 1, 2024. ACT Save the Date: See detailed email sent Tuesday, January 30th. Tests will take place at Glendale Prep in the morning. Please ensure your student arrives by 8:05AM and if possible, avoid scheduling appointments, as this is a state mandated test.
Athletics Winter Playoffs: The girls basketball team received a bye and will play on 2/16 at 10:30 AM against Scottsdale Prep. Their game is at the Findlay Toyota Center. If they win, they will play again on Saturday in Prescott! Good luck girls! Spring Sports Payment Links: Spring sports payment links will be included in next week’s Blast. Coaches will be sending the links to their teams at the beginning of next week. No student athlete will be permitted to compete in a game until the athletic fee is paid. High School Girls Powderpuff Game: The Athletic department Powderpuff flag football game will be played on Friday, February 23rd. This is open to all high school girls. Each grade level has a captain who has been collecting names of interested students. Game Volunteers: We are always in need of parent volunteers to help run home games. Concession stand, entrance, and other volunteers help our events run smoothly. If interested, email gp_APO@glendalepreppo.org to join or learn more! You can also reach out to athletics@glendaleprep.org. *Visit azpreps365.com for detailed HS brackets and ticket information. *Visit Glendale Prep – Gamesource for updated middle school schedules. Tax Credits: Contact tkempton@glendaleprep.org for tax credit questions and details. Your tax credits directly support GP Athletics!
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