Great Hearts Academies

The educators and support staff that make up Great Hearts Arizona gathered for the annual event called The Summit. This large kickoff for the school year provides space for the staff to learn together, celebrate the enthusiasm for the year ahead, and remind every one of the purpose and vision they share at Great Hearts before the academies celebrate the return of their scholars over the next few weeks. #greathearts #2024summit #gather #educators #kickoff #schoolyear

We are excited to announce that a new Great Hearts Christos academy, Great Hearts Catalyst - A Christos Academy, will be opening at the Catalyst Church campus, located near 67th Avenue and Indian School in Phoenix, Arizona. The first day of school for the new academy will be August 14, 2024. #greathearts #christos #greatheartscatalyst #catalystchurch #newacademy #private #christian

As many teachers begin their return to the new school year, a few more are still wrapping up their summer leisure activities! Great Hearts Archway Cicero Exceptional Student Services Interventionist Natalie Lassen-Bunch snapped this photo during her family’s European vacation this summer, where she had an opportunity to spend generous time off with her children and husband! Are you seeking a new adventure that affords you summer leisure time with your family and friends? Join Great Hearts for the coming school year as a teacher! We are still hiring for a few more critical positions! https://lnkd.in/gWdNREeH #classicaleducation #summerleisure

In recent news, several schools and district across Arizona have announced a ban on cell phone use during school hours in an effort to reduce distractions in the classroom. While this is making significant media attention, keeping students free from distractions such as texting and scrolling social media has been a staple for Great Hearts academies from the beginning, over two decades ago. #greathearts #distractionfree #learningenviroments #cellphones #screentime #focus #studentsuccess

Can you believe it's almost time to head back to school? As summer winds down, it's time to start thinking about re-establishing those school year routines—especially bedtime! Proper sleep is crucial for our scholars to be their best selves. Studies show that well-rested students perform better academically and are more emotionally stable. But we know adjusting those summer sleep schedules can be tough. Check out our latest article for tips on how to ease this transition smoothly and ensure your child gets the rest they need. From setting earlier bedtimes to dimming the lights and setting media curfews, we've got you covered! #greathearts #backtoschool #routines #endofsummer #sleepwell #healthyhabits #parenttips

Meet Ms Marisa Cook, beloved faculty member at Great Hearts Forest Heights Lower School since 2016, and follow her journey from Girls' Volleyball Coach to Dean of Teachers! An avid volleyball player, Marisa Cook first joined Great Hearts in a coaching role, and she was quickly drawn in by our student focus of “not only developing the mind, but the heart as well.” Mrs. Cook soon joined the faculty as an Apprentice Teacher before becoming a lead teacher and grade level lead. That leadership experience along with the Fellows Program were most formative for her, and she shared, “Getting a glimpse into the work of administration was helpful, but it was the Fellows Program that allowed me to step out of my comfort zone and coach teachers outside my grade level/subject area expertise. It also challenged and trained my ability to manage my time and tasks!” Now serving as Dean of Teachers, Ms Cook credits the mentorship of Headmasters Jason Doughty, Trinette Keffer, and Jennifer Ramirez for guiding and inspiring her to leadership roles. While it has been challenging for her not to interact directly with students in the classroom daily, Mrs. Cook finds joy in “making an impact on a larger scale, helping more than just my kids, but the students of all the teachers I work with.” She believes, “We never stop learning. We are surrounded by so many resources - Brightspace PD, Teach Like a Champion, and teacher observation, and we must be willing to openly accept coaching from our leaders and ask questions.” Mrs. Cook admits that she wasn’t selected for the role the first time she applied, humbly acknowledging, “I had some growing to do, and I am grateful for the time I had to do so!" Interested in charting your own career journey at Great Hearts? Apply today at GreatHeartsCareers.org! #greatheartscareerjourneys

The boys' and girls' varsity basketball teams at Glendale Prep had a unique opportunity this summer, competing at the Section 7 tournament at State Farm Stadium. With over 400 high school teams and 700+ college coaches in attendance, our athletes showcased their skills on a national stage. #greathearts #glendaleprep #griffins #basketball #section7 #teamwork #growth #tournament #Coach

Meet Ms Savannah Foy, Great Hearts Anthem alum and newly hired ninth grade Biology teacher at Glendale Preparatory Academy! Ms Foy shares how her experience as a ninth grade student in Euclidean Geometry sparked a lifelong pursuit of truth, beauty, and goodness that continued through college, and now into her career as a teacher inspiring the same in others! #GreatHeartsNewFacultyReflections #LiberalArts #TruthBeautyGoodness https://lnkd.in/gYd-r6N7

NBA star Jalen Williams of the Oklahoma City Thunder dropped by our Summer Basketball Camp at Lincoln Prep to share his story and inspire our young athletes. #greathearts #lincolnprep #basketball #jalenwilliams #okc #thunder #athlete #mentor #Inspiration

Every year, new faculty members in each of our regions come together for two weeks of deep, immersive training in preparation for the upcoming school year. Great Hearts leaders kick off the training with inspiring addresses outlining the philosophical foundations of Great Hearts: our history, our commitment to the classical liberal arts, and our dedication to nurturing the hearts and minds of each scholar in the pursuit of truth, beauty, and goodness. New faculty are then immersed in presentations explaining our curriculum and unique approach to teaching across various disciplines and grade levels, as well as our role in carrying forth the classical tradition. Teachers are also oriented to the specific supports they will receive while teaching at Great Hearts: grade level and content area mentoring, instructional coaching, and curricular support through our comprehensive Teacher Resource Portal. Moving from the philosophical to the practical, the remainder of New Faculty Orientation is then spent in specific content-area training and preparation. From comprehensive training for elementary level leads and teaching assistants in Spalding Phonics and Singapore Mathematics, to pedagogical training for middle and high school teachers in each content area, teachers benefit from content-rich training, discussion, and feedback. Alongside this instruction, equal focus is given to classroom management, and a focus on the development of a unified classroom and academy culture that reflects "ordered joy". Throughout their time at New Faculty Orientation, teachers grow not only through content-rich presentations, but through faculty seminars on great works of literature, and the edifying associations and friendship with leaders and fellow teachers, which will continue throughout their time at Great Hearts Academies! Interested in learning more about teaching at Great Hearts Academies? Visit our Careers page today! https://lnkd.in/g3uF39sd