Weekly Blast 3.11.22
March 11, 2022 -
School Dates to Note
- Mar 14-18 Spring Break
- Mar 23-24 National Spanish Exams
- Mar 28-29 AZSCI Test- 8th/11th Grades
- April 4-8 AzMerit Testing- 6th-8th
- April 5 ACT- 11th Grade
- April 9 Night of the Griffins
- April 15 No School; R&R Weekend
- April 30 Prom/R&R Weekend-11th/12th Grades Only
Table of Contents
- A Note from the Headmaster
- Re-Enrollment
- Prom Save the Date
- H2O Fest 2022
- Peoria Micro Seal
- Senior Thesis
- Tax Credit
- College Counseling
- Athletics
A Note from the Headmaster
Hello,
I have had the pleasure of coaching our middle school boys C basketball team for the last three weeks. It is amazing how these young men and so many of our students at Glendale Prep have love, interest, talent in, and dedication for something outside of the classroom. There is a special bond players form as they train and suffer together; they must work as a team. These experiences outside of the classroom teach so much about life. I am sure you have heard this before, but I cannot stress how these young men and women feel part of the community when they invest their time and energy into something greater than themselves. Please encourage your son or daughter to find ways to connect with their peers through extracurricular opportunities, if not in fourth quarter, then definitely in the next school year.
I hope you and your family enjoy the spring break.
Sincerely,
Mr. Navarrette
Headmaster
Re-Enrollment
It was wonderful to see everyone at re-enrollment! A big thank you to all those who turned in re-enrollment paperwork. If you still need to re-enroll, use THIS link and be sure to email your proof of residency to Mrs. Kimpel at LKimpel@glendaleprep.org. Please be aware that the address on your proof of residency must match the address on your re-enrollment form. All families should login and confirm intent to return.
Prom Save the Date
The 2022 Junior & Senior Promenade is coming up on Saturday, April 30th at Anthem Country Club.
A masquerade ball awaits students as they dine and dance among the pristine gardens and elegant rooms of the Palace of Versailles.
What should you wear?
Prom Dress Code Requirements:
Ladies:
- Tea-length (mid-calf) or full-length gowns
- Thin-strap, spaghetti-strap, and strapless gowns are permitted; however, gowns should not be ‘revealing’ or low-cut. In front, gowns may be no lower than four closed-fingers below the collarbone; in back, gown must come up to the bottom of shoulder blades.
- Bare midriffs, bare backs (below the bottom of the shoulder blades), and any other “holes” in the gown are not permitted. Sheer or “see-through” fabric over any part of the body required to be covered (midriff, lower back, etc.) is not permitted.
- Dress shoes are required and must remain on the feet the entire evening.
- Manicures that do not conform to GP Student Handbook regulations may be worn the week of Prom and must be removed within a week after prom.
- All dresses will need to be approved by Mrs. Kratz no later than Monday, April 25th. Attendees should email a photo of themselves wearing their dress to Mrs. Kratz at akratz@glendaleprep.org.
Gentlemen:
- A formal tuxedo – i.e., “black tie attire” – is very strongly encouraged; dark suits are acceptable only if absolutely necessary (see below for guidelines on suits).
- “White tie attire” (even more formal than black tie – involving a black tailcoat, black pants, white waistcoat, and white tie) is also strongly encouraged.
- No colored tuxedos allowed – black is the only acceptable color.
- Waistcoats (vests) and tailcoats are encouraged, but not required.
- Ties, vests, and cummerbunds (if worn) may be colored, if desired.
- Dress shoes are required and must remain on the feet the entire evening.
A Note on Wearing Suits Instead of a Tuxedo:
The evening is a formal event, and your attire should reflect this.
- Suits must be dark-colored and properly-fitting.
- Pants and coat must match.
- White dress shirt and tasteful tie are required.
- If you are wearing a suit instead of a tuxedo, you MUST email a picture of yourself in the exact suit, shirt, and tie you are wearing to the prom in order to have it approved by a committee of male staff members. This rule applies to non-GP men, as well. You do NOT need to email a picture if you are wearing a tuxedo. You must email the picture of you in your suit to Mr. Wiebe pwiebe@glendaleprep.org no later than Monday, April 25th.
- If you arrive at the prom in a suit that has not been approved, you will be turned away at the door.
Invitations, Dance Lesson Requirements, and Other Sign-Up Information coming soon.
H2O Fest 2022
Students and families, you are invited to come to our first H2O FEST on March 26th 2022, from 9 am to 1pm in the GP courtyard.
Join our beloved Science Teachers to discover everything you need to know about our most precious resource, especially in the desert of Arizona: WATER!
- Watch samples of water on the microscope with Mrs. Park and Mr. Mobbs
- Discover everything you need to know about groundwater and watersheds with Mr. Wiebe and Mr. Roper
- Play the water conservation mystery box with Mr. Spurlock
- … and participate in other fun activities for ALL AGES + food
Students can also win:
- Stickers of their favorite Science Teachers
- Extra-credit for their participation grade in your Science Class
- Points for their House by wearing their House T-shirt
WATER IS LIFE!
Please register online HERE.
Peoria Micro Seal
Please be aware that the City of Peoria is scheduled to apply micro seal to 83rd Avenue near our school over spring break. Additionally, 83rd avenue will be CLOSED in both directions between Happy Valley Road and Jomax Road March 22-23. Detour signage will be in place to redirect traffic.
Senior Thesis
Senior Thesis Defense Panels are quickly approaching! All panels will consist of two main parts: 1) The Thesis Presentation- a brief presentation (of about 10 minutes) in which the student will highlight the essential ideas of the paper; and 2) The Thesis Panel Discussion- a panel of three faculty readers will be convened to conduct a discussion with the student about his or her Thesis. Parents are invited to attend.
The following students will have their panels the week after spring break:
| Senior Student | Date, Time, and Location |
| Aarushi Parikh | Monday 3/21 at 3:30 in room 408 |
| Rameil Kasim | Tuesday 3/22 at 3:30 in room 408 |
| Adriana Gameros | Tuesday 3/22 at 3:45 in room 409 |
| Zachary Randels | Wednesday 3/23 at 3:30 in room 408 |
| Jackson Sparks | Thursday 3/24 at 3:30 in room 408 |
| Sita Bhakta | Thursday 3/24 at 3:45 in room 409 |
| Abigail Krueger | Friday 3/25 at 3:30 in room 408 |
| Collin Pettingill | Friday 3/25 at 3:45 in room 409 |
Tax Credit
Thank you to those families who have already participated in our 2021 Arizona Public School Tax Credit drive! If you’ve yet to make your Tax Credit contribution to Glendale Prep, we still need you! You have until April 15, 2022 to make this important contribution to our school and still receive your contribution back as a dollar-for-dollar credit when you file your 2021 Arizona State Taxes. To give, simply click here.
Your tax dollars helped this year’s Iron Griffin Winners, Chloe Cannon and Caleb Boonzaayer!
Don’t forget, if you have already made your tax credit to Glendale Prep, please encourage family and friends to do so as well. They too can receive up to $400 off their Arizona State tax bill! If you have questions, please contact Cathy Sparks at 623.889.0822 or csparks@glendaleprep.org. Thank you for your support!
College Counseling
- GREAT HEARTS DAY at BARRETT, THE HONORS COLLEGE AT ASU: Join other Great Hearts students for a tour of Barrett on April 9, 2022. Space is limited, but two different sessions are offered on that day (9am-10:30am or 11am-12:30pm). RSVP here.
- JUNIOR FAMILIES: Save the dates for two important College Counseling events:
- Rising Senior Night is Thursday, March 24, 2022 from 6pm-7:30pm in the Archway MPR. Students should attend with at least one parent.
- Barrett, the Honors College at ASU and UofAZ Honors College informational session is Thursday, April 7, 2022 from 6pm-8pm in the Archway MPR.
- Phoenix RMACAC Spring College Fair: Scheduled for Sunday, April 10, 2022 at the ASU Sun Devil’s Fitness Complex from 12pm (noon) to 2pm. Please use this LINK to view participating colleges and universities and to register attendance to this event.
- COLLEGE COUNSELING WEBPAGE: For information related to additional summer programs and College Counseling events, use this LINK to view our page on the Glendale Prep website.
Athletics
Spring Payment Portal: Please be sure to pay your child’s spring sports fee. If you have questions, email jgarrison@glendaleprep.org.
High School sports click HERE.
Middle School sports click HERE.
Save the date- Spring Team/Individual Picture Day on 3/30/22
Save the date- Spring Sports Ceremony on 5/19/22 at 5:30 pm in the Moyes Gymnasium
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:
Liberty Buick & GMC, Clear Air Conditioning & Heating, Penny Chiropractic, West Valley Pain Solutions, Nally Paint Co., Blue Chip Auto Glass, Total Presence Management, Shipley Orthodontics, Wow Wow Lemonade (Lake Pleasant & Happy Valley Location), and Forman Motorworks!
Contact them today and tell them Glendale Prep sent you!
Contact Information
Lynn Kimpel, Office Manager
lkimpel@glendaleprep.org
Attendance Line:
623-889-0822 Option 4
or attendance@glendaleprep.org
Websites and Links
Glendale Prep Website
Glendale Prep PSO Website
GP Athletics Website
“Like Us” on Facebook
2021-2022 School Calendar
Event Calendar
Booster Items
GP Family Handbook
Payment Portal
Lunch Ordering – Password “griffins4”
Tutoring Schedule