SPARTAN WEEKLY UPDATE
August 5, 2021
Upcoming Events
See what's happening this month!
Back to School Night
Monday, August 9th
6th Grade Only: 4:30pm - 7:30pm
7th-12th Grade: 5:30pm - 7:30pm

New Student/Parent Orientation
Tuesday, August 10th
Student orientation is 8:00am-12:00pm
Parent orientation is 8:05am-9:00am in the theater, with a PSO coffee to follow.

First Day of School
Wednesday, August 11th

9th Grade Retreat
August 12th - 13th

10th Grade Retreat
August 19th - 20th

Curriculum Night
Thursday, August 26th

Half Day - Faculty In-Service
Friday, August 27th
BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT - Please Read!
Monday, August 9th
6th Grade Only: 4:30pm-7:30pm
7th-12th Grade: 5:30pm-7:30pm

At Back to School Night, students may pick up their schedules, locker assignments, sign up for clubs/activities and begin setting up lockers. The 4:30pm-5:30pm is time devoted solely to 6th grade schedules distribution and locker set-up. Extra-curricular booths and other parts of the event begin at 5:30pm, when 7th-12th grade schedules will begin to be distributed.

PARKING: The Scottsdale Prep Parking Lot fills quickly however there is overflow parking available at Archway Scottsdale. Please do not park in neighboring businesses. Click HERE for the overflow parking map.

Are you going to miss Back to School Night? No worries! Stop by the front office on Tuesday, August 10th, from 8:00am-1:00pm to pick up your schedule and locker assignment.

BACK TO SCHOOL REMINDER EMAIL
If you missed the Back To School reminder email sent out on Tuesday, please view it here.
DIFFICULTY PURCHASING UNIFORMS?
There will be a HUGE sale on Back to School Night! Most items are offered for $5/each. Please see additional information under PSO section.
Quick Links
Health and Safety
MEDICATION INFORMATION
The Health Office will continue supplying OTC’s (over the counter medications), however prior approval is required for your child receiving OTC’s. If your child needs any other medications, please submit them to Ms. McKinney at the the start of school along with a signed medication consent form. All medications must be in their original packaging, not expired, and will be dispensed according to what is written on the bottle or per the student’s physician.
New Faculty Spotlights
Mr. Nordtvedt was born and raised in the Midwest. He completed his bachelor’s degree at Cornell College in Iowa. At Cornell he studied kinesiology and biology. Upon completion of his bachelors, he made is first move to Arizona. During this time Mr. Nordtvedt worked to complete his Masters in Exercise Science. After moving around for several years Mr. Nordtvedt and his wife decided to make Phoenix their permanent home. Mr. Nordtvedt joined the Great Hearts family in 2020 at Archway Scottsdale. During that time he also joined the baseball coaching staff at SPA. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with family, being active, and sports. He and his wife have been busy this summer as they welcomed their first child in May of 2021. Mr. Nordtvedt is excited to get the year started and be part of the SPA community. 
Mrs. Bubar is a sixth grade drama teacher for Scottsdale Prep. This is her first year teaching at the Academy. She was born and raised in Canada. She attended the Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto for four years where she graduated in piano performance and continued her vocal studies. After moving to Arizona, she received her Bachelor and Master of Music degrees in voice performance at ASU. Mrs. Bubar has taught at North Valley School of the Arts and Christian Youth Theater. Since 1993, she has maintained a private studio for piano and voice lessons. Mrs. Bubar is married and has five children who either attend or have graduated from Scottsdale Prep. She enjoys spending time with her family, baking and hiking.  
Mr. White is excited for his first year as a part of the Scottsdale Preparatory community! He will be teaching 8th grade Literature and Composition and 9th Grade Humane Letters. He grew up in Colorado Springs, Colorado, and studied film and classics at Biola University. He has lots of experience working with students, from camp counselor to elementary reading teacher, and is looking forward to working with older students. Mr. White is a huge Marvel fan, loves playing Dungeons and Dragons, and enjoys writing in his free time.
Mr. Lane McShane Sr. is a 2nd generation Irishman and veteran teacher of both English and History at many levels, including college. Mr. McShane attended and taught at Jesuit Brophy College Preparatory in Phoenix, Arizona. Likewise, Mr. McShane completed his Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Education at Arizona State University. Mr. McShane is an avid music fan, and guitar player who greatly enjoys reading and researching historical non-fiction as well as walking his dog! 
Yearbooks, Yearbooks, Yearbooks!
ORDER YOUR YEARBOOK
Purchase your 2022 yearbook now for just $45! Prices go up starting October 1st.
Our school code is 16379.
ORDER YOUR SENIOR AD
It's not too early to purchase an ad for your senior the 2022 yearbook! There is a limited amount of space available for senior ads and the deadline to purchase is November 30th. Click here to Purchase an Ad! Our school code is 16379.
SPA PSO Information
Thank you SPA families for your continued support of our lunch program!
sign-up for lunch volunteering
Don't miss out on opportunities at SPA!
Looking for PSO information? Go to SPAPSO.org
Questions? Email president@spapso.org
SIGN-UP FOR A FACULTY BIRTHDAY! 
Let's help our faculty members celebrate their special day! Please sign-up here to bring in a special birthday lunch or gift card to a faculty member! It makes everyone's day! 

BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT SALES
  • Used consumable books and a small selection of locker shelves will be available under the stairs (near the theater). We ask that you offer a donation for the items that you select.
  • Used uniforms will be available for sale in the library the first week of school. Sales begin at Back to School night and continue through Friday morning. We have a HUGE selection of items. Most items are offered for $5/each. There will be helpers on Back to School night, but the sale is self-serve the following days. Please follow the instructions listed in the library.
  • If you would like to help with the used uniform/book sales, please sign-up here.

ATTENTION ALL FAMLIES!
Please remember to pick up your pre-ordered HS class t-shirts, spirit wear, and stackable bracelets in the senior lounge at Back to School Night on Monday, August 9th. If you missed the summer shopping link for these special items, we will launch another online sales event starting August 16 for delivery by September 30th.

SENOR CLASS AND SENIOR FAMILIES
August 9th will be your last opportunity to purchase a gently worn Cap/Gown set or Blazer as part of the fundraiser for the Disney Grad Night. Alumni, we will be accepting these donated items as well until the morning of August 9th in the SPA lobby.
Senior Fundraising opportunity for parents and students on August 9th in the senior lounge...1 hour shifts available!

9 WAYS TO SUPPORT SPA
Did you know that you can raise money for SPA just by shopping at your favorite stores? Many retailers now offer school rewards, donations, or referral fees for shopping in their stores or buying their products. All you need to do is register and designate Scottsdale Preparatory Academy as your school. Participation does not cost you any additional money. For a complete list of participating programs, download our flyers: 9 Ways to Support SPA, Introducing Benefit Mobile, Box Tops
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Scottsdale Preparatory Academy
16537 North 92nd Street, Scottsdale, AZ 85260 
Brett Gilfillan | Headmaster
P: 480-776-1970 | W: www.scottsdaleprep.org
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