Weekly Blast 1.21.22
January 21, 2022 -
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| A Note from the Headmaster
Hello Parents, I recently shared in a recorded faculty meeting something that has been on my mind when it comes to community and working together. I wonder if some of what I asked my team to consider could be applicable in your various relationships and contexts. I posed the question- What does it mean to be a good colleague? Teachers prioritize students first and foremost, but we have to be our best not only for our students but for those who labor alongside us each day. Here is the list that I provided to teachers and staff that might be a good start to ensuring they are good colleagues- Be available– The job demands much of a teacher’s preparation period. They must lesson plan, grade, reading, create assignments/assessments, and tend to emails that one can hunker down at the desk and forget about his or her colleagues in the faculty office. Simple greetings and questions about one’s day is the first step toward availability. Be observant– If we can notice when students need some love, extra help, or someone who can listen, we should be able to do that for and with one another. Be vulnerable– Humility will lead us to see that others can be a source of comfort and support even if it means they “do” nothing for us other than be a thought partner. Sometimes that is all we need. Be candid– If you do not see what appears to be a good attitude, excellence, a diligent work ethic, or the expected follow through in a colleague, come with questions. We need to be able to come with questions and love to exhort one another to be better. Built trust first- You cannot have moments of genuine collegiality, vulnerability, and candidness if there is not trust. Trust requires patience and a spirit of helping to carry each other’s burdens. We must leave room for seeing growth in one another. I am blessed to work with wonderful people who seek to serve students while encouraging one another in our calling. It is honor to lead these fine men and women. Sincerely, Study Buddy and SII Tutoring Schedule With increased illness and absences, it is so important for students to have a study buddy. This is a classmate who can share about homework assignments or pertinent information that was covered in class. We want our students to take personal responsibility for reaching out directly to a study buddy. This is the first step. There are certainly situations where a student can reach out directly to a teacher by email or find time to meet with a teacher upon the student’s return to school. Teachers are aware of the increased number of absences and are working to be patient when it comes to make-up work. If your child needs assistance in finding a study buddy, please contact Mr. Yost at myost@glendaleprep.org. The semester II tutoring schedule has been finalized. Students should note time changes and room changes. Attending tutoring is a great opportunity for a student to check in about what was covered in class and obtain necessary make-up work if the student was unable to connect with a study buddy. HERE is a link to download the Semester II Tutoring Schedule. High Front Office Traffic Next Week! Please be aware that with new student registration next week both our front office and Archway Glendale’s front office will be very busy. It may take a little longer to answer emails and phones. We ask for your patience as we welcome new families into our Glendale Prep family! The Great Hearts Gala is Back! We are excited to announce the return of the Great Hearts Gala for the 2022-23 school year! The 5thannual Gala will take place on September 24, 2022 at Chateau Luxe, and ‘Emerald City’ will be the theme for this year’s event. The Great Hearts Gala raises funds to benefit the Teacher Excellence Fund, which is distributed to our faculty as bonus compensation on an annual basis. Glendale Prep received $25,020 in December 2021 from this initiative. As we prepare for this wonderful evening, Glendale Prep is seeking two families (an individual and/or couple) to represent our academy on the 2022 Great Hearts Gala Committee. A full description of the position can be found here. If you are interested in serving on the committee, please contact Haley Kucharo at hkucharo@greatheartsaz.org. You may also reach out to Cathy Sparks at csparks@glendaleprep.org with additional questions. Middle School Dance We are excited to announce the middle school dance will be TONIGHT 6:00-8:00 pm on January 21st. All 7th and 8th graders are invited to attend a Night at the Shire for a long-expected dance party! Tickets are $20. Please pay on the GP payment portal HERE. Please be prepared to show a receipt (electronic permitted) at the door if paid after 5:00 pm this evening. Parents will need to sign a paper permission slip at the door for all students paying cash the night of he event. Dress code for boys:
Dress code for girls:
High School Winter Formal We are excited to host the High School Winter Formal for all high school students! The dance will be held on February 12th in the GP gym. Product will be available soon on our Parent Payment Portal. Students are expected to adhere to the following dress code: Gentlemen must wear:
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We’re excited to host this event and hope all your children have a wonderful time! Symphonic Strings and Winds Students who play a symphonic instrument are encouraged to join the Symphonic Strings and Winds Enrichment Course this semester. String students will learn and perform a piece of orchestral repertoire, and the wind group will work on a variety of standard concert and jazz band techniques and pieces. Rehearsals will take place on Mondays during lunch/Lyceum, with an organizational meeting this Monday in room 211. Please sign up HERE and direct questions to Mrs. Kratz (akratz@glendaleprep.org). Night of the Griffins- Date TBA The Night of the Griffins, sponsored by our wonderful PSO, promises to be a night filled with fun for the whole family! The date has now changed from that reported in the PSO Blast. More information to come! Quarter 2/ Semester 1 Evaluations Evaluations were released on January 6th. You may still access your child’s report card using this link: https://greatheartsaz.powerschool.com/public/. Please be sure to download and/or print a copy of your child’s report card before the PowerSchool parent portal closes TONIGHT. Career Fair Representatives from all Arizona academies, Special Education, the Athletics Department, Athenaeum, Nursing, and Human Resources will be present at the fair. This is a great chance for interested candidates to meet with school representatives and learn more about opportunities available for the 2022-23 school year. Please reach out to friends and family you believe would be valuable additions to one of our academies and invite them to attend this event. When: January 29, 2022, from 9am – 12pm Where: North Phoenix Preparatory Academy, 14100 N 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ 85032 (to be held in the outdoor courtyard, weather permitting) * Certification is not required for general education teachers. Interested candidates may register using this link. Please contact careers@greatheartsamerica.org with any questions. Thank you! College Counseling
Athletics Meet the Coach (Spring Sports): GP Athletics is inviting all interested families to attend the Meet the Coach evening on February 2nd at 6:00 pm in the GP courtyard. Learn information on the season and meet your child’s head coach! MS Sport Offerings: Tennis, Track and Field, MS Basketball (Girls/Boys), Swim – Start Date, February 14th HS Sport Offerings: Tennis, Track and Field, Softball, Baseball, Golf – Start Date, February 7th Winter Sports Picture Day: 1/31/22, after school. Your coach will communicate your team’s specific time. Game Schedules (Upcoming Playoffs): MS Playoff Week for A Teams. B Teams will be given one bowl game. HS Playoffs: (Semi final rounds not displayed below, visit glendaleprepathletics.com for details.) HS Varsity Basketball Boys/Girls, (Times TBD) HS Varsity Boys Soccer, (Times TBD) HS Varsity Girls Soccer (Times TBD) *Visit azpreps365.com for detailed HS brackets.* APO Volunteers: (Parent Volunteers at Games! Join Us!) Email gp_APO@glendalepreppo.org to join or learn more! Follow Us: @gpathleticdept – Instagram & @Glendale Prep Athletics – Facebook Tax Credits: We are kicking off a new year and need YOU! Contact csparks@glendaleprep.org for tax credit questions and details. Your tax credits directly support GP Athletics! BECOME A SPONSOR: Are you a business owner? Do you want to support the vision of GP Athletics? Become a sponsor today! Click THIS LINK to learn more or email JGarrison@glendaleprep.org. Thank you to our GOLD & Platinum Level Athletic Sponsors for today’s Athletic Blast:
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