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Great Hearts Christian Academies March 13, 2025

Great Hearts Christian Academies to Open New South Mountain Campus in 2025

Families in South Phoenix seeking a Christ-centered, classical education will soon have a new option. Great Hearts Christian Academies has announced plans to open a new campus, Great Hearts Christian Academies – South Mountain, in August 2025. The private Christian school will serve students in grades K–5, with plans to expand to middle school in […] Read More »
Great Hearts Roosevelt March 13, 2025

Creating Wonder and Growth Through Science at Great Hearts Roosevelt

For students at Great Hearts Roosevelt, a new science program has become a gateway to curiosity, discovery, and a deeper understanding of the world. Clifton Kiser, a Great Hearts Master Science Teacher, believes that science naturally inspires a sense of wonder in both children and adults. Whether observing the intricacies of the natural world or engaging […] Read More »
Great Hearts Harveston March 12, 2025

From The Gymnastics Mat to the Classroom

For the students at Great Hearts Harveston in Baton Rouge, McKenna Kelley Doughty is known as a dedicated apprentice teacher. But her background is rooted in elite athletics and a family legacy that includes one of the most celebrated gymnasts in history. Her mother, Mary Lou Retton, was a gold medal gymnast in the 1984 […] Read More »
Cicero Prep March 10, 2025

Building Creativity at Cicero Prep’s 8th-Grade Architecture Fair

The Architecture Fair at Cicero Prep, an annual showcase of 8th-grade projects, is a display of innovation and craftsmanship, providing students with an opportunity to show their architectural projects, using a variety of household items and art supplies, in a public forum. As Jared Johnson, the lead teacher for the event, explains, “The Architecture Fair grew […] Read More »
Cicero Prep March 6, 2025

Cicero Prep Choir Shines at Salt River Fields with National Anthem Performance

There are few moments in sports as powerful as the singing of the national anthem before a game. For the Cicero Preparatory Academy Concert Choir, that moment became a reality when they were invited to perform at Salt River Fields, which is just a short walk from their school. Taking a break from their studies, the students stepped […] Read More »