Spartan Weekly Update - November 11, 2021

SPARTAN WEEKLY UPDATE

November 11, 2021

Headmaster Update

Please click here for an important message from Mr. Gilfillan

INFO NIGHT, NOVEMBER 16th

Please invite your friends, neighbors, and co-workers to Info Night on November 16^th from 6:00-7:00 pm. They can learn how the Great Hearts education cultivates the hearts and minds of students in the pursuit of Truth, Goodness, and Beauty. Speak with the headmaster and staff and tour the campus. Open Enrollment for the 2022-2023 school year runs from November 8th-December 10th.

HEADMASTER COFFEE

Please join Mr. Gilfillan for a Headmaster Coffee on Friday, November 19th, 8:15am in the Library.

HIGH SCHOOL SERVICE OPPORTUNITY

On the evening of November 20^th, there will be an opportunity for high-school students to earn service hours by babysitting the children of SPA faculty members. If your student is interested in babysitting on the 20^th, please have them reach out to Mrs. Michaels to learn more.

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PSO 1ST ANNUAL DINING & SHOPPING EVENT

SAVE THE DATE of Tuesday, November 30th for our 1st Annual Dining & Shopping Event at Scottsdale Quarter & Kierland Commons. Meet friends for dinner, do some holiday shopping, or treat yourself to something special, all while supporting SPA. Kendra Scott Gives Back - Scottsdale Quarter. In-Store: Tuesday, November 30, 2021, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Online: Tuesday, November 30th - Wednesday, December 1st, www.kendrascott.com. Give Back Code: GIVEBACK-APHVP. 20% will be donated to SPA.

18 Retailers through the Benefit App -- Scottsdale Quarter & Kierland Commons Including Apple, Athleta, Banana Republic, Bath & Body Works, Crate & Barrel, Gap, Pottery Barn, & Sephora. Please allow several days to set up your account. Up to 20% will be donated to SPA when you pay for your purchase using the Benefit payment app.

Fired Pie - The Shops at Zocallo (Corner of Scottsdale Road & Greenway Hayden Loop), Tuesday, November 30, 2021, 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Mention SPA and 20% will be donated to our school.

Creamistry - Scottsdale Quarter, Tuesday, November 30, 2021, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Mention SPA and 15% will be donated to our school.

MIDDLE SCHOOL SOCIAL UPDATE

Middle Schoolers, come jump with your fellow classmates at KTR on Friday, Dec. 3rd from 1:30-3:30pm. ($15 pay at the door). All jumpers must have a signed waiver. Click here to fill out the waiver in advance or fill out in person at the event. Questions? Email Diane Kar at MSsocial@spapso.org.

College Counseling Corner

COLLEGE CORNER

Click here to learn about Great Hearts Day at Barrett, College Visits and Counselor Meetings.

GREAT HEARTS DAY AT BARRETT -- THIS SATURDAY!

Saturday, Nov. 13th is our annual Great Hearts Day at Barrett, the Honors College at Arizona State University Tempe for all 12th grade students. Attend the student panel, tour, and information session. This event is open to all seniors and one parent. RSVP here.

Yearbooks, Yearbooks, Yearbooks!

ORDER YOUR YEARBOOK

Don't forget to purchase your 2022 yearbook! Click here to Order Now! Our school code is 16379.

ORDER YOUR SENIOR AD

It's not too early to purchase an ad for your senior in the 2022 yearbook! There is a limited amount of space available and the deadline to purchase is November 30th. Click here to Purchase an Ad! Our school code is 16379.

YEARBOOK PHOTO SUBMISSIONS

The yearbook staff needs your help! Please share your amazing photos of Scottsdale Prep students in action. Click here to share photos and enter school code: SPA. There is also an eShare iPhone/Android apps, which make it easy to contribute photos from mobile phones.

From the Academy Giving Office

GIVING TUESDAY is an international day that inspires people to do good in their communities. Since 2012, hundreds of millions of people have participated in making a difference in their communities. This year, Giving Tuesday is November 30th and I invite you to do good on that day by making your donations to Archway Scottsdale! Maximize all your charitable giving tax benefits for the 2021 calendar year! Community Investment: This vital campaign is the most important contribution you make each year! Your tax-deductible gift allows us to fully operate and offer your student a top-tier education. We ask for $1,500 per student per academic year. Click here to donate. Tax Credit: This $400 or $200 contribution supports special on-site performances, field trips, extra-curricular clubs, and character-building programs. You receive a dollar-for-dollar credit on your AZ state taxes and there is no money out of your pocket in the end! Please reach out to me with any questions at 480-776-3571. Your partnership is needed to ensure our success!

Lisa Noyes, Academy Giving Manager

SPA PSO Information

Thank you SPA families for your continued support of our lunch program!

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Program Information

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Half-Days or Quarter2Full-Days.

Current Volunteer Signups

Click here for all current PSO volunteer signups.

Volunteer at SPA

Don't miss out on opportunities at SPA!

PSO Volunteer Form

Looking for PSO information? Go to SPAPSO.org

Questions? Email president@spapso.org

FRIENDSGIVING CELEBRATION FOR OUR TEACHERS AND STAFF

Help us provide our wonderful SPA faculty and staff with food, beverages, and party items for the annual Friendsgiving event. Support this event by signing up to donate items. Please click here for the signup.

To contribute to Snowstorm, please drop cash or a check (payable to SPA PSO) in the PSO box in the front lobby, or click here to participate online.

USED UNIFORM SALE

The next used uniform sale will be on Wednesday, December 1st from 7:15am to 8:15am or in the afternoon from 2:15pm to 3:15pm. The sale is in the library and is cash or check only. Thank you for all of your support.

Stock up on gift cards for the holidays! With each gift card purchased SPA will earn up to 20%, at no additional cost to you. Shop at over 750 brands! Drop off your order form and payment in the PSO lockbox in the front lobby by 3:00 pm on December 3rd. Gift cards will be distributed at school the week of December 12th. Order Form, click here. Complete List of 750+ Brands, click here.

A BLIZZARD OF GRATITUDE IS ON ITS WAY!

Join us as we shower our SPA teachers and staff with flurries of gratitude in their SPA kitchen this 2021 SNOWSTORM season! Sign-up here.

The 2021 holiday season is here, and it’s the perfect time to raise funds for SPA simply by ordering holiday cards and personalized gifts at Shutterfly, Tiny Prints, and Minted.

Shutterfly & Tiny Prints: Shop our Shutterfly & Tiny Prints storefront and 8% will be donated to SPA. You can even use applicable discount codes. spapso.shutterflystorefront.com

Minted: Simply enter our Promo Code FundraiseSPAPSO at checkout and you'll receive a 20% discount on your purchase and 15% will be donated to SPA. www.minted.com

Each time you pay for a purchase from October 28th - November 28th using the Benefit App your name will be entered into a drawing for 1 of 2 $40 Fox Restaurant Concepts Gift Cards. Benefit is a mobile payment app that supports SPA through your everyday purchases. Over 160 leading national retailers participate in the Benefit program in-store and online. It's simple to use. At checkout simply use the Benefit app to pay for your purchase. Each transaction sends up to 20% of your purchase to SPA, at no additional cost to you.

How it works:

1. Download the Benefit app or click here

2. Set up your secure profile* using either a credit card or bank account (This process takes several days)

3. Select “Scottsdale Preparatory Academy” as the beneficiary

4. Shop in-store, online, or send electronic gift cards as gifts

*Benefit partners with top banks and financial institutions to ensure that your data is handled securely and that your bank and credit card protections remain in place.

Click here for a complete list of participating retailers.

DINE OUT FUNDRAISER AT IN-N-OUT BURGER

Join us on Wednesday, December 8th from 4:00 to 8:00pm at In-N-Out Burger on 7467 E. Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd. Bring a flyer or show this email at the event and 20% of the proceeds will be donated to the SPA Senior Class. Treat yourself to a double-double and fries. Or, be brave and order off the not so secret menu and get a Flying Dutchman, Grilled Cheese or the Mustard Grilled Burger. Either way, see you there on 12/8!

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