Support Arete Athletics With Your AZ Public School Tax Credit! |
Dear Chargers Family,
I encourage you to use following link to check out a video outlining our "Funding 101" for Arete Prep Athletics and the Great Hearts Network. The video features two of our outstanding high school student athletes, Ryan Mourad and Addison Bell.
As you know, the Tax Credit Drive at Arete Prep is vital to funding your child’s athletics programs. I have two asks of you:
- If you haven’t already, will you please make your Public School Tax Credit to Arete Prep today?
- Will you please encourage your friends, family, and neighbors to make their tax credit to our school in support of your athlete, as well?
You have the power to put a portion of YOUR state income tax dollars directly back into your child’s athletic activities.
If you want to know more about the Public School Tax Credit, please contact me or read through the FAQ below. You can also respond directly to me or June Brockmeyer with any questions about athletic program funding.
Thank you,
Todd Conklin
Arete Prep Athletic Director
Commonly Asked Questions
In this context, what is a tax credit?
- In Arizona, a tax credit allows Arizona taxpayers to choose where their state income tax dollars are spent. There are several tax credits; some examples are the
- Public School Tax Credit
- Charitable Giving Tax Credit
- Private School Tax Credit
- Every Arizona tax credit has a maximum contribution amount allowed.
Who can contribute?
- All Arizona income taxpayers can participate.
- The only requirement is Arizona state income tax liability.
- Student enrollment at our academy is not a requirement to contribute a Public School Tax Credit. Extended family and friends are encouraged to contribute their Tax Credit!
How much can I give?
- Maximum of $200 for individuals
- Maximum of $400 for couples filing jointly
Give me an example, please.
- For example, you may owe the state $1,000. If you make a $400 contribution to our tax credit drive, you reduce $400 from your $1,000 liability, ultimately owing the state only $600.
- Or, for example, you may have a liability of $1,000 because you had $2000 withheld in your paycheck withholdings. If you make a $400 contribution to our tax credit drive, you increase your liability by $400 and receive a refund of $1,400.
For specifics on how contributing your tax credit will impact your finances, please contact a tax professional.
How are tax credit funds used at my academy?
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Tax Credit funds support activities outside of the classroom.
- At Archway, these funds support on-campus performances, character-building activities, and field trips.
- At Prep, these funds support our Athletic Program and clubs.
What is the deadline to make a Tax Credit contribution?
- April 15, 2023
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Your contribution must take place before you file your 2022 Arizona income tax return.
What do I need to claim the credit on my taxes?
- You need your receipt, which includes the School Name, District Name, and CTDS number. It will be in the form of an email if you donate via credit card.
- Using Form 322, you will deduct your Tax Credit contribution from what your state liability.
What if I have questions?
- For questions specific to your tax situation, contact a tax professional.
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Upcoming Events
Monday, March 6th
5:00pm- MS Girls B Basketball @ Basis Scottsdale
6:00pm- MA Boys A Basketball @ Basis Scottsdale
Tuesday, March 7th
4:00pm- MS Boys C1 Basketball @ LPA (early release 2:45pm)
4:00pm- MS Boys C2 Basketball @ CPA (early release 2:45pm)
4:00pm- Varsity Beach Volleyball HOME vs. Flagstaff @ Gene Autry (Early release 2:40pm)
5:15pm- MS Boys C3 Basketball @ LPA
Wednesday, March 8th
7:00am- Start of Intramural Basketball for Boys Grades 6-8- Get registered- see article below!
4:15pm- MS Girls B Basketball HOME vs. LPA1
5:30pm- MS Girls A Basketball HOME vs. LPA
6:45pm- MS Boys B Basketball HOME vs. LPA2
Thursday, March 9th
3:00pm- Varsity Track and Field at Phx Christian Multi Meet (early release 1pm)
4:00pm-MS Boys C2 Basketball HOME vs. CPA1
5:15pm- MS Boys C3 basketball HOME vs. CPA2
6:30pm- MS Boys A Basketball HOME vs. LPA
Friday, March 10th
4:30pm- Varsity Beach Volleyball vs. ACP @ Gene Autry (to be rescheduled due to senior trip)
5:30pm- MS Track and Field @ GHMSL Meet #2 @ Ben Franklin
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Last Week's Results
Monday, February 27th
4:00pm- Varsity Beach Volleyball @ SPA @ Horizon Park (L 4-1)
Thursday, March 2nd
5:30pm- MS Track and Field @ GHMSL meet #1 @ Ben Franklin
Saturday, March 4th
10:30am- Varsity Track and Field @ Small School Invite @ Chandler HS
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Intramural Basketball for Boys Gradees 6-8 Begins 3/8
Next week Coach Conklin will launch Intramural Basketball for boys in grades 6-8. This “league” with formal teams and game play will be hosted on Wednesday and Friday mornings in the Arete Gym, from 7am-8am.
There are only 42 spots for 6 teams available so don’t hesitate to register. ALL levels of experience are welcome to join!
Register by paying (only a $30 fee for 10 sessions!) at configio:
This is the only way to secure a spot!
The first session is Wed 3/8 7:00am, where we will name Captains, and scrimmage for player evaluation. Contact Coach Conklin (tconklin@areteprepacademy.org) with any questions.
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Track and Field Teams Off to a Strong Start in '23
Our Track and Field teams got their competition season started last week, and both teams got off to strong starts. HS Varsity competed at the CPA Small Schools Invite at Chandler HS on Saturday. Some of the highlights included:
Derick Ruiz- 1st place in the 800m
Matthew Evans, Barka Nzou, TJ Ottun, and Michael Harambasic- 5th overall in the 4x100
Michael Harambasic- 5th in the 100m and 4th in the 200m
Max Bruns- 7th in the 3200m
Baraka Nzou- 5th in the 400m
In the first GHMSL meet of the season, held at Ben Franklin last Wednesday, John Bruns went sub 5:00 for the first time in his career as he blew away the competition in the mile, crossing the finish line at 4:58. This ranks him as one of the top milers in the country for his age group. In the girls 1600m Rebekah Ponce started where she left off last spring, by winning the race in a PR of 5:42. Zoe Ruiz finished third, coming in at 6:16. Both our boys and girls teams finished 2nd, with only league power Chandler Prep earning more team points. Other MS highlights included:
Dani Kerwin had a great day setting PRs in the 200 and 100m Hurdles, placing 3rd and 1st respectively as well as 1st in the 100m
Nhattan Pham had a big day in his first track meet, winning the 100 and getting the boys 4X400 off to a big head start giving them the win
Next up for Varsity is a multi meet at Phoenix Christian this Thursday with events beginning around 3pm. The MS Chargers will be back at Ben Franklin Friday for a 5:30pm GHMSL meet #2.
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Arete Prep Basketball Juniors Highlighted in EVT
Click the link below to check out a great article by Zach Alvira of the East Valley Tribune, on two of our Varsity Basketball players Grace Howell and Ryan Mourad. They led our Charger hoops teams to outstanding seasons, including trips to the 2A State Tournament. Both sharpshooters have their eyes set on 1,000 career points as seniors next year.
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Arete Archery Earns Nationals Qualification
Arete Prep Archery has once again qualified for NASP Western Regionals in Sandy, Utah the weekend of 4/29. With all of our teams earning qualification, all 55 of our competition archers are invited to compete in Utah. Congratulations to all of our Archers and our coaches. Individual results from states are still being finalized. Those individual and team scores will be posted once available.
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CarLife Charger of the Week:
Thank you to our community partners and neighbors CarLife and owner Jeff Breid for their continued support of our Charger of the Week and Charger of the Year programs. Please consider CarLife to support and enhance the life of your automobile!
The Charger of the Week award is performance based, with an emphasis on leadership and service to the team.
John Bruns- 8th Grade- MS Track and Field
In addition to his record setting performance in 1600 and a PR in the 800 at GHMSL Meet #1 last week, John has taken a strong leadership role on the team, often organizing the team in warmups and stretching, pushing other athletes to be their best, and bringing positive energy to the team.
Congratulations John!
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Chargers Earn All Region Honors for Winter '22-23
Arete Prep Athletics are proud to announce our All Region performers for Winter ’22-23. The following student athletes excelled on the court, and on the field this season, earning these recognitions:
Girls Basketball:
1st team all region- Rachel Garver (Sr)
1st team all region- Grace Howell (Jr)
2nd team all region- Riley Emery (Jr)
Honorable Mention- Claire Njuguna (Sr)
Honorable Mention-Addison Bell (Sr)
Boys Basketball:
1st team all region- Ryan Mourad (Jr)
1st team all region- Isaiah Rubio (Soph)
2nd team all region- Harrison Kremer (Fr)
Honorable Mention- Crew Oetjen (Fr)
Honorable Mention- MJ Olorunsola (Jr)
Girls Soccer:
Region Offensive Player of the Year and 1st team- Marissa Morales (Jr)
2nd team all region- Abagail Verdin Parra (Fr)
2nd team all region- Ali-Andra Ottun (Sr)
2nd team all region- Rebekah Garver (Jr)
Honorable Mention- Olivia Partridge (Sr)
Honorable Mention- Brooke Stoops (Soph)
Honorable Mention- Ashleigh Deegan (Sr)
Honorable Mention- Grace Stoops (Sr)
Boys Soccer:
1st team all region- Derick Ruiz (Jr)
1st team all region- Owen Whitehead (soph)
1st team all region- Liam Whitehead (Sr)
1st team all region- Prahlad Rattan (Soph)
2nd team all region- Jason Rozas (Jr)
2nd team all region- Baraka Nzou (Sr)
2nd team all region- Jaden Kamau (Jr)
Honorable Mention- Gustavo Andrade (Fr)
Honorable Mention- Max Bruns (Soph)
Honorable Mention- Ben Fornoff (Fr)
Honorable Mention- Aiden Wander (Sr)
Honorable Mention- Aree Chmelnik (Jr)
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Arete Prep Varsity Jackets |
Visit our partners at East Valley Sports, to work with them on Arete Prep Varsity Jacket design and production. You can visit East Valley Sports at 3530 E. Southern Ave, Mesa, to check out designs and discuss a wide variety of options for your custom jacket.
*Varsity jackets are dress code approved to be worn on campus and in class. The only restriction is they must be worn by the jacket owner.
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Shop Charger Gear at Our BSN Sideline Store |
Gear up for the new school year! Use the link below to shop our Sideline Store- open 24/7/365! It offers a wide variety of customizable items and brands. Items ship directly to the address of your choice. Keep an eye out for promotional codes.
*only black 1/4 zips are dress code approved to be worn on on campus during school hours*
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Use the following link to keep up to date with all of our team’s schedules, scores, standings, and more- for the Great Hearts Middle School League:
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Advertise With Arete Prep Athletics |
The Arete Prep Chargers would like to present our 2022-23 Athletic Advertising Opportunities to you! This unique opportunity includes high visibility to your company through both our junior high and high school athletics and fine arts events, creating outstanding exposure for our sponsors. In addition to our regularly scheduled events, schools and clubs from all over the valley and state visit our location for athletic and nonathletic events. Click the following link to learn more about our sponsorship program and to view the application. Please contact Coach Conklin (tconklin@areteprepacademy.org) for more info on becoming a '21-22 Proud Charger Sponsor.
Thank you for your support and Go Chargers!
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High School Athletes- Complete AIA Required Courses for '22-23
HS athletes- be proactive and complete your required AIA courses, so that you are 100% cleared for AIA Athletics. All high school athletes need to complete each of these courses one time in their high school career, and before they can compete. Incoming freshman or incoming transfers, use this AIA Academy Link to complete the Opioid test and the BrainBook Concussion course. Be sure to save a copy of your certificates, print them, and bring them into the athletics office.
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2. Every athlete must submit a physical on the approved AIA 22-23 Physical paperwork Physicals are good for 12 months and must be resubmitted annually.
3. Submit the athletic fee. All middle school sports (including archery) are $270. All high school sports are $310. Visit Conigio to Pay for Sports by debit/credit card online, or you may submit cash or check (made out to Arete Prep) to the front office.
4. (HS ONLY) If not previously completed, every high school athlete must complete the AIA Brainbook and Opiod Courses The AIA will notify Arete electronically once the student has successfully completed the course. High school athletes are required to complete this course only once during their high school career.
All items must be completed and turned in before your student may participate in their sport.
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Spring '23 Coaching Directory |
MS Boys Basketball: Coach Jason Bellomy; jason.bellomy@gmail.com
MS Girls Basketball: Coach Jacob Howell; jwh480@gmail.com
MS Track and Field: Coach Nathan Smauley; nsmauley@areteprepacademy.org
Competition Archery: Coach George Portillo; gportillo@areteprepacademy.org
Varsity Track and Field: Coach Brandon Payne; bpayne28jp@gmail.com
Varsity Beach Volleyball: Coach Bre Ward; ward.breanna11@gmail.com
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4525 East Baseline Road
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 580 8038
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