Scottsdale Prep February 2, 2024 Scottsdale Seniors Discover the Physics that Drives High Performance Cars Scott Shaughnessy, a teacher at Scottsdale Prep, had the opportunity to accompany his 12th-grade physics students to the renowned showcases at the Scottsdale Barrett-Jackson car show and auction. The week-long event is held at WestWorld, just a short walk from the Great Hearts campus, and includes a vast exhibitor marketplace and interactive displays from a large variety of sponsors, […] Read More »
Arete Prep February 2, 2024 Meet the Mathematical Jodi Folley Jody Folley stands tall as a pillar of Great Hearts, both literally and figuratively at 6’1”. “I truly enjoy the act of teaching because I love building relationships with my students and being part of their growth process,” said Jody Folley. “I have high expectations for my students, but I get away with it because they […] Read More »
Archway Chandler February 2, 2024 Meet Penny Carpenter: A Maestro’s Journey Through Music and Learning! Penny Carpenter attributes her musical abilities to her grandmother. “[She] was a pianist and played virtually everything by ear. She used to play old showtunes and hymns while our family sang along.” Carpenter began her musical journey at the age of six. Accompanying choirs in her youth, she discovered her calling as a music teacher, emphasizing […] Read More »
Glendale Prep February 1, 2024 A Student-Led Newscast Debuts Saturday: “Great Hearts, Great Stories” Through the pursuit of Truth, Goodness, and Beauty, Great Hearts Academies stand as pillars of classical education, dedicated to shaping the minds and hearts of tomorrow’s leaders. It’s with immense pride that we announce an exciting new chapter in our story: the launch of our first-ever student-led newscast, “Great Hearts, Great Stories.” Each episode aims […] Read More »
Great Hearts Academies February 1, 2024 How to Prepare for a Great Hearts Hiring Event Great Hearts is offering a series of In-Person Hiring Events in February, to connect aspiring educators and school staff directly with school leaders who are hiring for the 2024-2025 school year! As you probably already know, these events in general can be exhilarating and exhausting all at the same time. And sometimes, they may induce a […] Read More »
