Weekly Blast 8.26.22
August 26, 2022 -
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| A Note from the Headmaster
Hello Parents, I want to highlight two important events that took place this week. We had our first House meeting. Students new to GP were sorted into a House and subsequent Kin. The goal of house is to live out my vision for GP- students are known and loved. Secondly, I hope everyone enjoyed Curriculum Night. Before visiting classes, Mrs. Sarbacker shared some words of mine. I want to highlight a bit of it for those who were unable to attend. “This year’s thematic goal is ‘Seek Unity- What do you desire most?’ This goal of unity and the subsequent self-reflective question is what I want to be on the minds of teachers daily… While I set thematic goals for my teachers and staff, my hope is that these goals become part of our broader community, which involves you, the parents. I would hope you too would want your children to seek excellence and not excuse. So too, I want you “labor” as you seek unity and consider the question- what do I desire most? Here is why I need you to make this goal your own- There are times in each school year where the school and the parents will disagree. I will make a decision that you might not think is best or wise, or you do not believe I have taken into consideration all factors. That is not a moment of despair or frustration or complaining, but a moment for each of us to ask and consider- what do we desire most?” Finally, suffering has a way of providing perspective. I am so thankful for my wife; her love is my rock. I am so thankful for my leadership team and all those who had to take on more in my absence this week. I want to give a special shoutout to David Elsasser, my physical therapist at OSR and GP parent, who has been guiding me through my recovery. I missed seeing you and the students and am excited to be back next week. Have a wonderful weekend, IMPORTANT! Family Handbook Last week you received an email from our Enrollment department about e-signing the family handbook. This is mandatory, and is also quick and easy! Thank you to the many who have already taken a moment to e-sign this document. For those who still need to sign, please follow THIS link. Simply:
After you “Accept” and click “NEXT” you will receive an email confirmation to the email registered in the enrollment portal. You will need to do one for EACH child enrolled at Glendale Prep. If you have questions or need more detailed direction please follow the instructions in your August 18th email from ghenrollment@greatheartsaz.org titled ” Glendale Preparatory Academy Family Handbook for 2022-23.” Opt-In Text Communications Glendale Prep would like to keep you up-to-date and informed. If you would like to receive occasional text updates, please text “yes” to 67587. This needs to be done this year even if you have opted-in during past years. If you change your mind in the future, you can simply reply “stop” to cancel future text updates. Thank you for your partnership. 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. 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 Gentlemen: Hair MUST not touch the collar or the ears and must not reach the eyes. Ladies: Skirts must be VERY close to touching the knees and the only piercings allowed are 2 per ear. Nose piercings are not allowed. Also, make-up should be modest and not distracting. Most of our students are following our dress code guidelines and we thank you for your diligence. Parents, please check to make sure that your child is in compliance when he/she leaves for school. 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.
MIDWEST COLLEGE SHOWCASE: This virtual college fair series is taking place on two different evenings: Wednesday, September 15 at 3:00pm or Thursday, September 16 at 4:00pm. Use this LINK to register for this event and view member colleges. Athletics Varsity Football has their second home game of the year today against Arete Prep at 7:00 pm at GP! Tickets are $3 and $5 for adults. Please bring exact change! The Annual Blue and Gold Race is taking place this Saturday at 7:00 am at GP. The race fee is $5; all proceeds go to Feed My Starving Children. Fall Sports Payment and Fees are due by the 1st game of the season for each individual team! if you have not already done so, please pay using the links below: Parents interested in volunteering with Athletics please 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: Contact them today and tell them Glendale Prep sent you!
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