Weekly Blast 8.19.22

• Aug 20 Study Skills Workshop
• Aug 25 Curriculum Night
• Aug 31- Sept 2 High School Retreat
• Sep 5 Labor Day No School (R&R)
• Sep 8 College Night- Sophomores
• Sep 15 College Night- Freshmen
• Sep 23 Picture Day
• Sep 24 Great Hearts Gala

• A Note from the Headmaster
• Study Skills Workshop
• High School Retreat
• Community Investment
• Tutoring Schedule
• Dress Code Reminders
• College Counseling
• Contact Information Change
• Athletics

Hello Parents,

By the time you read this, I will be in surgery or just out of surgery for my knee. I am so thankful for my teachers, my administration team, our students, and for you. While I have always loved our community given our closeness, I have experienced firsthand the love and heart to serve from so many. Folks have opened the door for me hundreds of times, and I have received offers for assistance regularly. Some individuals will not let me do anything at all. Your prayers are much appreciated, and I hope to be back sometime late next week or sooner depending upon my recovery. Please reach out to Mrs. Sarbacker if anything arises to the level at which you would have contacted me. I look forward to seeing you all next Thursday night at Curriculum Night. Until then, I wish you a wonderful weekend!

Sincerely,
Mr. Navarrette
Headmaster

Study Skills Workshop

Glendale Prep’s study skills workshop will be held THIS Saturday (tomorrow), August 20th from 8:15 am to 11:30 am in the courtyard classrooms. This workshop is highly recommended for 6^th graders and new students, but all GP students are welcome to join. Students must wear their school uniform.

There will be four 45-minute sessions taught by Glendale Prep teachers:

1. Organization and Time Management
2. Reading and Annotating
3. Note-Taking and Test Preparation
4. Homework and Projects

Students should attend the workshop with one parent. The cost for each student/parent pair is $20 ($30 for multiple siblings attending with a parent). Use THIS LINK to make this payment through the Glendale Prep payment portal.  If you register today after 5:00 pm, please be prepared to show your receipt as proof of payment at the door.

High School Retreat

We are excited for our 2nd Annual High School Retreat! Please remember that Friday, August 19th is the last day to submit room survey for our High School Retreat. Your student’s room survey is linked here. Please be sure to also have conversations around appropriate roommate and guest behaviors with your student. Additionally, please make sure you have submitted a hard copy of your student’s guest consent form to their first period teacher by August 28th. Lastly, please complete electronically the Lost Canyon Retreat Special Diet Request form by using this link. This survey will allow the camp to prepare alternative meals for your student.

If you have any further questions or concerns, please reach out to Ms. Valentine at cvalentine@glendaleprep.org

Community Investment

When you use the QR code below…you impact the minds and hearts of 614 young scholars!

Tutoring Schedule

The Fall semester tutoring schedule has been published! There are hard copies available in the front office and it can also be downloaded HERE. The most recent tutoring schedule is always found on our website under the “Academics” tab and is linked at the bottom of this Blast.

Dress Code Reminders

Most students are doing a wonderful job adhering to our dress code; however, we are noticing a few trends that need to be addressed:

• Boys hair must be styled above the eyes and not touching the ears or collar.
• Skirts need to touch the top of the knee and if they do not, please either release the hem or purchase skirts that are the appropriate length.
• Nail polish is permitted, but must be nude, pink, red, or classic white-tipped French manicure.  Additionally, the nails should barely extend beyond the fingertips.
• Bracelets must be metal. No fabric or rubber bracelets are allowed.
• Watches must not have the capability to send or receive text messages, nor may they access the internet.
• Piercings must be kept to two per ear only.

Please be aware that after three dress code infractions students will be issued an after-school detention.

College Counseling

SAVE THE DATE! Class specific nights are offered by College Counseling to provide families with information and guidance in the college process throughout each year of high school. Students and at least one parent should plan on attending.

• SOPHOMORE NIGHT:  Thursday, September 8, 2022 from 6pm-7:30pm in the Archway MPR.
• FRESHMAN NIGHT: Thursday September 15, 2022 from 6pm-7:30pm in the Archway MPR

Contact Information Change?

Have you moved or had a change of phone number or email? Please be sure to fill out an Information Update Form and email it along with a new proof of residency (if you have moved) to Mrs. Kimpel at LKimpel@glendleprep.org, or bring both items to the front office during regular office hours.

Athletics

GP Football has their first Home Football Game Friday 8/19 at 7:00 pm against Heritage Academy! The cost for entrance is $5 for adults and $3 for students. Please bring EXACT CHANGE!

Fall Sports Payment and Fees are due by the 1^st game of the season for each individual team!

• Middle School Sports found HERE.
• High School Sports found HERE.

Parents interested in volunteering with Athletics please sign up HERE. Contact Tim Terpstra at gp_apo@glendalepreppo.org with any questions!

Follow Us: @gpathleticdept – Instagram & @Glendale Prep Athletics – Facebook

Thank you to our GOLD & Platinum Level Athletic Sponsors for today’s Athletic Blast:
Liberty Buick & GMC, Penny Chiropractic, West Valley Pain Solutions, Nally Paint Co., Blue Chip Auto Glass, Total Presence Management, Shipley Orthodontics, and Wow Wow Lemonade (Lake Pleasant & Happy Valley Location)!

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