Order School Approved 1/4 Zips Now Until 8/27
Click here to order your 2019 school approved 1/4 zips. Polos and other gear are available for purchase, but are NOT approved to be worn during school hours .The store will remain open until August 27! Polos are available for purchase, but are not school approved at this time.

School approved 1/4 zips include :
*UA Locker 1/4 Zip

*Badger Womens 1/4 zip lightweight pullover

*Badger 1/4 zip lightweight pullover
Archway NEW Walking Waiver Info
Families with both Prep and Archway students now need to go to the west side of campus (Archway side) for pick up. Prep students may wait inside the MPR during the hotter weather. Prep students may no longer pick up their Archway sibling to walk to The Falls or other surrounding businesses for pick up. 
After-School Athenaeum Info
After-School Athenaeum is focused on the liberal arts and promotes learning by providing students dedicated homework time in addition to a diverse array of culturally enriching, academically oriented activities beyond the classroom for all Arete scholars grades K-8. Athenaeum scholars also enjoy time for recreation, games, socializing and fun. Athenaeum runs daily from dismissal (also on early release and half-days) until 6 pm. Flexible and affordable options are available to fit any family’s after-school needs. Click HERE to register today!

For any questions regarding the program, please contact the coordinator, Lory Sipel.
Academy Giving Office
Dear Arete Prep families,

My name is Jessica Vaughan and I have the privilege of as serving as the Academy Giving Manager for our school community. My role at Arete is to raise the funds for our school that make our educational model possible. I look forward to partnering with you throughout the school year to support our amazing community of students, teachers and parents. Please feel free to contact me at 480-699-5283 or email me for more information.

Warmly,
                                                        
Jessica Vaughan
Academy Giving Manager                                                                                                                 
Upcoming Events
  • Back to School Skate Night: Sat, Aug 10 from 7:30 - 9:30 pm, CLICK HERE for more info; mention you are with Arete Prep
  • Mentor/Mentee Meetings: begins Thurs, Aug 15 from 7:45 - 8:15 am; Mentees check with Mentors for room assignments
  • Club Fair: Tues, 8/20 during lunch
  • Fingerprint Clinic: Tues, 8/27 from 4 - 5:30 pm in the front office
  • Curriculum Night: Tues, 8/27 from 5:30 pm - 7:20 pm
  • Intro to 9th & 10th Grade: Tues, 8/27 from 7:30 - 8 pm
  • 9th Grade Field Trip: 8/28 - 8/30
  • Junior Night for all Juniors and parents: Mon, 9/9 @ 6:30 pm in the MPR
  • HoCo (Homecoming): Sat, 9/14
  • Financial Aid Night: for all high school students (particularly junior and senior students and parents); Mon, 9/23 @ 6:30 pm in the MPR
  • Great Hearts Gala: 9/28; CLICK HERE for more info

Future Events:
  • Germany, Austria and Switzerland Trip: June 2020
For more information contact Ms. Hansen
From the Nurse

Dear Parents,
 
In accordance with Arizona State Law (A.R.S 15-872) , students must have proof of all required immunizations, or a valid exemption in order to attend school.
 
It is also a requirement for students, 11 years and older, to receive the Meningococcal and Tdap vaccines. The Meningococcal vaccine provides protection against the Meningitis Bacteria and the Tdap vaccine provides protection against tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis (whooping cough).
 
As your child turns 11, please schedule an appointment with their healthcare provider to receive these vaccinations. Please bring in proof of these vaccinations to the front desk when you receive them.
 
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact Nurse Hodgkins or 480-222-4261.
Reminder-
  • Students must be signed in or out by a parent or guardian if they are late and leave early.
  • Student's must be in uniform compliance, click here for Uniform and Dress Code Info.
  • Anton Uniform has a new location. Click here for location: Click here for Anton website
College Corner
All high school students welcome to attend college visits. See the college counselors for room location day of visit. 

Northern Arizona University : Mon 8/19 @ 12:20 pm
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University – Prescott : Thur 8/29 @ 7:45 am
Brandeis University : Thur 9/5 @ 7:45 am
Scripps College : Tue 9/10 @ 12:20 pm
Emory University : Wed 9/11@ 7:45 am
Ottawa University Arizona : Thu 9/12 @ 12:20 pm
University of Chicago: Tue 9/17 @ 7:45 am
Ecole Hoteliere de Lausanne : Tue 9/24 @ 7:45 am
Southwestern University : Mon 9/30 @ 7:45 am
The University of Alabama : Mon 9/30 @12:20 pm
Willamette University : Thur 10/17 @ 7:45 am
Vanderbilt University : Thur 10/7 @ 12:20 pm
Hillsdale College : Fri 10/8 @ 7:45 am
Arcadia University : Mon 10/21 @ 10 am
Saint Mary's College : Tue 10/22 @ 9 am
Providence College : Tue 10/22 @ 10 am
Worcester Polytechnic Institute : Wed 10/23@ 7:45 am
California Lutheran University : Wed 10/23 @  am
Baylor University : Wed 10/23 @ 10 am
Biola University : Wed 10/23 @ 11 am
University of San Diego : Wed 10/23 @ 12:20 pm
St . Edward's University : Thu10/24 @ 7:45 am

Visit the College Counseling website for more details and resources!

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