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The purpose of Great Hearts is to cultivate the minds and hearts of students through the pursuit of Truth, Goodness, and Beauty.  The Philosophical Pillars of Great Hearts states, “We do not dispute the usefulness of a liberal arts education, and we gladly prepare our students for college studies, but our main purpose is the […] Read More »

The Schubes are a founding family of Cicero Preparatory Academy in Scottsdale, which opened its doors in 2014.  Through their generous charitable support and tireless volunteerism, Evan and Lindsay have been invaluable to the Great Hearts organization. Evan and Lindsay served as co-chairs of the first-ever Teacher Excellence Fund Telethon, a quick pivot from the traditional Great Hearts Gala, which raised […] Read More »

Your child needs a Classical Education. “Needs” is a strong word but I am not being hyperbolic. Modern Classical Education is part of a tradition that spans two millennia, several countries, and at least two continents. It is an education that takes its cues from the classical world, i.e. Greece and Rome, but adapts those […] Read More »

The 5th Great Hearts Gala was held Saturday, September 24th at the Chateau Luxe and raised more than $800,000 for teachers across our Arizona schools. Over 600 guests poured into the reception lobby the for a hosted cocktail hour.  The room was roaring with laughter and excitement as shimmering gowns illuminated the walls with dancing […] Read More »

By offering a classical liberal arts curriculum, Great Hearts not only cultivates the hearts and minds of students in the pursuit of Truth, Goodness, and Beauty, but also graduates great-hearted leaders prepared for success at the top colleges and universities worldwide. Curriculum for our upper schools (6th through 12th grade, and sometimes referred to as […] Read More »