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Michael Pati began his career with Great Hearts in 2010 as an eighth grader at Arete Prep. Then in 2019, he returned to his roots as a middle school teacher. Over the next four years, he had the opportunity to teach history, math, and Latin to sixth, seventh, and eighth graders, as well as coach […] Read More »

Richard Tucker is a fourth-grade lead teacher at Great Hearts Roosevelt, where he has been a respected educator since the school opened in 2022. Tucker, who typically arrives at the school as one of the first staff members, shares that he can’t wait to get to his classroom each day. “It’s amazing. I just stand and […] Read More »

Great Hearts Academies, a network of tuition-free public charter schools in Arizona, Texas, and Louisiana, is excited to share the record-setting achievements of its May 2024 graduating class in Arizona. These seniors were offered over $51.2 million in merit-based scholarships, an impressive amount for the combined senior class of 584 great hearted scholars. And of those 584 graduates, 97% […] Read More »

In Mrs. Terpstra’s fourth-grade class at Archway Glendale, students are diving deep into the science of natural disasters, particularly earthquakes. As part of their studies, they recently participated in a hands-on project that brought their lessons to life. Donning her science goggles and white lab coat, Mrs. Terpstra gave instructions for the activity, a familiar routine for […] Read More »

At Glendale Preparatory Academy, the first assembly of the school year is part of a tradition with a profound purpose. In past years, this assembly has set the tone for the school year ahead, according to Headmaster Kyle Navarrette. This year’s assembly was no different, as it aimed to inspire and connect the entire school community. “There […] Read More »