Weekly Blast 4.08.22
April 8, 2022 -
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| A Note from the Headmaster
Hello Parents, I was able to review the parent surveys with my teachers this past week and wanted to share some insights with you. First, we had a strong number of parents complete the survey; that is the first positive, so I thank all of you who were able to complete it. I was pleased to see our numbers were higher than the average for Arizona prep schools in nearly all categories; however, there were some results that we must address. The two areas where we scored lower than our sister schools were “Teachers’ discipline of children was just right” and “homework load is just right.” I have ideas for how to gain even more clarity from you, which might include a follow up survey; however, for now, I invite you to email me directly your thoughts. Please do not worry about flooding my email as I want to process this with my team. I have theories that parents are a mixed bag who think the homework is too extreme, while others believe it is not heavy enough. So too, I think some parents believe we are too strict; others, we are too lax. I will be discussing these two particular results with my advisory council as well, but would love to have as much direct feedback as possible. The area of significant concern that connects most with my vision for GP were your responses, to the statement- “Students are kind to one another.” This was lower than expected for all of our schools. I believe this one should be the highest given what we seek to prioritize- virtue, and yet, we are not where we should be. For now, I am asking you to gather feedback from your child both in how they treat others and how they are treated. I invite you to share anecdotes and your insight with me, so I can address this as needed. Please know that these were the areas where I want to improve, and so I am not dismissing the nearly twenty other statements of the survey that reveal how wonderful our teachers and community are. I am humbled when these surveys come out because the positive results, in my opinion, are a direct result of God’s grace, our dedicated teachers, and your commitment to our mission. Have a wonderful weekend, Quarter 3 Evaluations Evaluations were released on March 23rd. You may still access your child’s report card through the end of the day today 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. Yearbook: Deadline for Personalized Pre-Orders The deadline for personalized yearbook pre-orders is fast approaching! Ensure that your child will receive one of these coveted books with his or her name embossed in gold foil by April 17th. Yearbooks are $50 and $56 with the gold foil personalization HERE. Senior Drama Performance- Date Change The Grade 12 students will be presenting the historical modern drama Inherit the Wind by Jerome Lawrence and Robert E. Lee on Saturday, April 23rd at 3pm in the GP Gymnasium. This date and time has been changed from the original date of April 29 at 7pm; please make that change in your calendars and be sure to join us on April 23rd for this immersive courtroom experience. The students of period 3 have been working hard all semester and this show is sure to offer memorable moments, conversation starters, and wonderful performances from this dynamic group of students. Admission is free and we will be having refreshments during intermission; cash only. Proceeds will go towards the Grade 12 trip to D.C. next month. Hope to see you in court! Tax Credit We only need 19 TAX CREDITS to reach our goal! Please continue to ask family and friends to take advantage of the Arizona Public School Tax Credit program. We only need 19 more Tax Credits to reach our goal! Glendale Prep knows student character is formed not only through the academic journey in our classrooms, but also when students participate in athletics, after school clubs, field trips, on-site performances, and character building programs. All of these activities are supported through the Arizona State Tax Credit campaign, and because this campaign directly impacts our students, we ask all Glendale Prep families to participate. If you have yet to take advantage of the Arizona Tax Credit program, please click here to give today. Remember, you will receive a dollar-for-dollar credit on your 2021 Arizona State tax bill. Simply include your tax receipt and subtract up to $400 when you file your Arizona taxes before April 15, 2022. 2022 Junior & Senior Promenade A masquerade ball awaits students as they dine and dance among the pristine gardens and elegant rooms of the Palace of Versailles.
Saturday, April 30th
Tickets Tickets can be purchased via the GP Payment Portal HERE. STRICT DEADLINE for ticket purchase: MONDAY, APRIL 11TH Policies, Dress Code & Permission Prom Policies, Dress Code, and Permission to attend can be found HERE. STRICT DEADLINE for signed permission slips: MONDAY, APRIL 11TH LADIES: 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: 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. Yost myost@glendaleprep.org no later than Monday, April 25th. Dance Lessons Attendees (including non-GP students) are required to complete a minimum of 5 hours of dance lessons prior to attending prom and must sign up for the lesson times they wish to attend HERE. Dinner The meal will include a three-course salad, chicken dish, and dessert. Please email Mrs. Janssen by Monday, April 11 if you prefer a vegetarian dish or have specific food allergies. rjanssen@glendaleprep.org Directions Anthem Country Club—Ironwood Ball Room **Take I-17 North towards Flagstaff. Exit on Daisy Mountain. Turn Right on Daisy Mountain. Spring Concert As a reminder, all 7th, 8th, 9th, and 10th grade students taking Music this semester are required to participate in the Spring Concert Tuesday, May 17th at Haven Church (formerly Glendale Nazarene Church). The Middle School concert begins at 5:30 pm and the High School concert begins at 7:00 pm. Students must provide their own transportation the evening of the concert and middle school students must arrive at the church by 4:30 pm to warm-up and get into position. High school students must arrive at the church by 5:55 pm. Rehearsal for the Spring Concert will take place during the school day on Monday, May 16th. Students will be transported from the school by bus. Concert attire for middle-school boys: White long-sleeved collared dress shirt and black dress slacks Concert attire for middle-school girls: A white blouse and solid black dress slacks or skirt (may not be shorter than the knee) or a black dress covered with a white blouse or cardigan (must have a cap-sleeve or longer) Concert attire for high-school students: Concert attire for high school is all black for both boys and girls. Boys will wear black long-sleeved collared dress shirts with black slacks, black belt, black dress shoes, and no tie. Girls will wear a black dress or black blouse with a black skirt or black dress slacks and black dress shoes (open-toed dress shoes and reasonable heels are permitted.) Ladies concert dresses must follow the dress code in the family handbook. Attire must be professional, modest, and follow Glendale Prep dress code guidelines. If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Kratz at akratz@glendaleprep.org, Mrs. Oganessian at DOganessian@archwayglendale.org, Mr. Yost at myost@glendaleprep.org or Mr. Liles at eliles@glendaleprep.org. Senior Thesis Senior Thesis and Defense Panels are an integral part of the high school experience at Glendale Prep. Students have worked for almost a year on their Senior Thesis. 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 next week:
College Counseling
Athletics 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:
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