| A Note From Headmaster
Hello Parents,
If there was any time in my life that I was working but at home with my family, it was likely during the 4th quarter of last school year, as well as this past summer. The demands of the job were great and while I was present in the body, I was certainly absent in the soul. There was so much change and need for planning. I can imagine this was, and is, not only true for me, but for so many of you as well. Our lives and jobs are radically different, demanding more of us in unique ways that can make it difficult to keep a balance between work and home. I am finding it very difficult to “turn it off” when I am home with my family, but I am seeing the need to do it. We can only be at our best in our work and calling when our priorities align with what we value most; we must make sure we are present when with our family. So, last Tuesday after work, I decided to put the phone away and just “be” with the family. I threw the football around with my boys, took Hannah and Wyatt on a ride out in the desert on a make-shift four-wheeler, and sat with my parents and my children to watch the sunset. I was able to refrain from checking email for a few hours. It was nice and liberating. Our lives demand so much, especially when we are in service to others; may we remember to break away from the busyness to just “be” together with those we love.
Sincerely,
Mr. Navarrette
Tutoring Schedule: Semester 1
We highly encourage students to take advantage of tutoring that is offered by our amazing GP teachers. The schedule is always available on the Glendale Prep website under the Academics tab. Click here to view, download, and print a physical copy for your child’s planning and reference.
Updated Academic Calendar
Please note a change in the early release date on the school academic calendar. Due to circumstances beyond our control, our early release date changed from Wednesday, October 28th to Thursday, October 29th. We apologize for any inconvenience this might cause. Please see the GP website for an updated calendar or click here.
Deficiency Notices: Quarter 1
Quarter 1 Deficiencies were sent out this week via email. If your student received a Deficiency Notice, please talk it over with your child so a plan of action can be put into place for future success. Students are encouraged to reach out to their teachers to follow up with a plan to improve. Teachers are always available to help students during tutoring hours.
Teacher Excellence Fund
Great Hearts is seeking parent and student (11th and 12th grade only) volunteers for the Teacher Excellence Fund Telethon on Saturday, September 19th. Funds raised will provide bonus compensation to our very own teachers here at Glendale Prep in their December payroll. Click here for volunteer roles and shifts available. Contact Brenna Norris at bnorris@greatheartsaz.org for more information.
College Counseling
- FRESHMAN PARENT NIGHT: on Thursday, September 17th at 6:30 pm. Please click here to complete an RSVP Survey by noon on Tuesday, September 15th. For in-person attendance, these sessions will be held in the Archway Glendale Multi-Purpose Room. An option to attend via Zoom will also be provided. The link for the Zoom option will be emailed the day before the scheduled event.
- JESUIT EXCELLENCE TOUR: This tour will be held virtually. It is an opportunity to learn about 15 different Jesuit Colleges and Universities. For more information and registration click JET Tour.
- PRUDENTIAL SPIRIT OF COMMUNITY AWARDS: This is an award and scholarship program available to 5th-12th graders who make a difference through volunteering. The deadline to apply is November 10th. LEARN MORE
- COLLEGE COUNSELING WEBPAGE: Please check this page frequently for information regarding virtual college events and scholarship links. You can access this page from the main Glendale Prep website under the Academics tab: https://glendaleprep.greatheartsamerica.org/academics/college-counseling/
Community Investment & Tax Credit
Did you know you can double or even triple your Community Investment and Tax Credit donations to Glendale Prep? Many companies will match your donations to our school through their Corporate Matching Gifts Programs. Simply reach out to your Human Resources department to find out if your company offers a Corporate Matching Gifts Program. Our teachers and scholars will thank you!
Still need to make your Community Investment pledge for 2020-21? Just click here to make a one-time gift or to set up monthly gifts. Thank you for supporting Glendale Prep. We need you now more than ever!
GP Athletics
Middle School Sports
The middle school sports schedule will be posted soon. Once schedules are complete, they will be shared with coaches, parents, and the GP Athletic website.
High School Sports
High School Schedules are now posted to www.glendaleprepathletics.com. Search your team to find your schedule. Swim and Cross Country have pending schedules at this time. Please remain patient for the details of those schedules to come soon. You can also view schedules at maxpreps.com.
Payment Portal
Click here to pay for the Fall Middle School Sports: Middle School Fall Sports 20-21
Click here to pay for the Fall High School Sports: High School Fall Sports 20-21
Sideline Store
To purchase your GP Athletics Swag visit: http://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/arizona/glendale/glendale-preparatory-academy. This is a 24/7 store that allows you to purchase any item of swag that you desire.
Griffin Gym
Griffin Gym times have changed to 6:00 a.m. for both the parents and students. The parent call will run on Tuesday mornings while the student call will run on Thursdays. This class will be offered on these specific days until further notice. Visit the payment portal for more information.
GP Masks
Purchase a GP Mask by visiting Mr. Garrison’s office during lyceum or after school. Masks are priced at $10.00 each.
Coaches Directory
For coaching information on any sport within the Athletic Department, visit glendaleprepathletics.com and find the coach of your desired program. Any questions, email athletics@glendaleprep.org or the coach’s contact that is listed.
Follow Us
Instagram – @gpathleticdept
Facebook – Glendale Prep Athletics
Twitter – @gpathletics
Thank you to our GOLD Level Athletic Sponsors:
Penny Chiropractic.
Pete King Construction.
Shipley Orthodontics.
Contact them today and tell them Glendale Prep sent you!
To join our Athletic Parent Board. Email gp_APO@glendaleprep.org with your full name and the sport that your child participates in.
Opt-In Text Communication
Please opt-in to receive important text communications from the school by texting “yes” to 67587. If you change your mind in the future, you can reply “stop” to cancel future text updates. Thank you for your partnership.
Front Office Visitors
To limit the exposure of Covid-19 to the campus we ask that students are prepared for school each day. Please ensure your child has books, homework, lunch, mask, water bottle, and transportation plans before they arrive at school each morning. Lunches should only be dropped off on the rare occasion that lunch is accidentally left in the car or at home. We ask that when possible, appointments are scheduled for early release days, before school, or after school. Additionally, all PSO purchased items will be placed directly in your child’s locker if the student is an in-person learner. If the item is not there, please reach out to the PSO (since we do not have access to those purchases). As an aside, we recommend students place a backup mask in their backpack or locker. Thank you for helping to keep our campus healthy and running. Please email any Glendale Prep questions to attendance@glendaleprep.org.
Glendale Prep Block Schedule: Remote and Onsite
Click here to download and print the schedule shown below for your own reference at home.
|