🗓️ IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER
Principal’s Message
Thank you for another wonderful week!
We are looking forward to our first football game this Saturday night
against our sister school, Laveen. It promises to be an exciting matchup!
Go Heroes!
As a friendly reminder, semester 1 and fall sports fees are due by August 27th.
Have a safe weekend and stay cool!
Ms. Seaman
Happening at Heritage
💰 Semester 1 Fees
Semester 1 fees are due Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Please log in to MySchoolBucks and check your Invoices.
Payment Options:
- 💳 MySchoolBucks: Pay your invoice directly through your account.
- 💰 ECA Funds: Do not pay the invoice directly. Complete the ECA Donation, and funds will be applied to your invoice. Remaining funds stay in your scholar’s ECA account.
- 💵 Exact Cash: Payments can be made in the front office.
ECA funds already available have been applied to invoices.
To use ECA funds from a sibling’s account, email mesaregistrar@heritageacademyaz.com.
Need a MySchoolBucks account? Visit MySchoolBucks.com, select Heritage Academy, and add your scholar using their name and date of birth.
Purchase using this link – https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/prdembd?ref=ZZT7P8WAY7AOJV6_ZZ5ZOQJ9CRSZTK5
Football spirit shirts are now available for purchase! Support our team this season by ordering a shirt for $15.
To place your order, please click the link below. The deadline to order is Monday, August 17th.
Athletics
🕖 Kickoff: 7:00 PM
🏈 Opponent: Heritage Academy Laveen Heroes
📍 Location: Great Hearts Chandler Prep, 1951 N. Alma School Rd., Chandler, AZ 85224
🅿️ Parking: Enter from Alma School Rd. Once the main lot is full, parking will be available across the street.
🪑 Seating: Mesa Scholars—left of the stands | Mesa Parents—in front of the press box | Visiting Team—right of the stands.
🍔 Concessions: Limited concessions available near the entrance. No outside food permitted.
🚻 Restrooms: Across from the field near the red double doors.
⚠️ Important: Only game personnel may be on the field. Parents can reunite with players off the field, to the right of the stadium, after the game.
🎟️ Admission
Mesa Scholars: FREE
Adults: $5 | Students (ages 6–17): $2
❤️💙 LET’S GO, HEROES! 💙❤️
Junior High Hub
Announcements:
Help Wanted
Snack Shack Sign Up
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4CACAB2EA2FF2-57340096-202526#/
CHOIR NEEDS YOUR HELP!
Happy Birthday
Heritage’s Signature Travel Tours
Explore. Learn. Grow.
At Heritage Academy, we believe education goes beyond the classroom. That’s why we offer our scholars unique “Tours”—educational travel experiences that help build character, develop new skills, and create lifelong memories.
For over 30 years, these unforgettable adventures have been a signature part of the Heritage experience, giving students the chance to explore history, culture, and leadership in meaningful, hands-on ways.
Check out this year’s exciting tour opportunities below!
Click here to view all upcoming tours
Fine Arts Retreat 🎨🎬🎭🎵🎤
Fine Arts Tour to NYC 🎶🎭
The Heritage Academy Fine Arts Department is heading to New York City—one of the world’s most iconic artistic destinations! ✨
Scholars from choir, orchestra, band, dance, ballroom, drama, and piano will embark on an unforgettable journey filled with inspiring performances, world-class venues, and rich cultural experiences. From the bright lights of the stage to the heart of the city’s creative scene, this tour will cultivate excellence, spark creativity, and deepen each student’s passion for the arts. 🎼🗽
📅 Trip Dates: Spring 2027
💲 Cost: $1,999
Student Registration: LINK
Chaperone Application: LINK
College Corner
Seniors — Schedule Your 1-on-1 Meeting 🎓
Graduation will be here before you know it! Don’t forget to schedule your Senior 1-on-1 Meeting with Mr. Brown to review your progress and make sure you’re on track for graduation.
📅 Scan the QR code outside Mr. Brown’s office or click here to book your appointment.
Spots fill quickly — sign up today!
New to Dual Enrollment?
If placement testing is required, I will contact you directly with next steps.
Important Next Steps
After applying, log in using your MEID@maricopa.edu to:
- Upload your birth certificate and photo ID
- Complete the Financial Responsibility Form
- Submit the Petition for Semester Overload (if enrolling in more than 18 Dual Enrollment credits in one semester)
👉 Important Links – CLICK HERE
Tuition Assistance
- If you have been approved for Tuition Assistance, I have already contacted Rio to enroll you.
- If you indicated interest in Dual Enrollment, I will be emailing Rio soon. Please monitor your email for any required tasks or follow-up steps.
Questions?
Please email bob.brow@heritageacademyaz.com.To help me respond as quickly as possible, include:
- Your scholar’s 8-digit college ID number (begins with a 3), or
- A note that you are new to Dual Enrollment
Be sure to include detailed information about your question so I can best assist you.
Bob Brown
Spots fill quickly — sign up today!
Heritage Academy offers advising to every scholar on campus. Mr. Brown will coach them along their college prep path, get them enrolled in college while in high school, and set up for future success!
Parents and scholars….. Do you have questions regarding college or high school planning?
Below is a list of topics that you may want to consider.
- High school course selection
- Early College Program – Dual enrollment, AP & CLEP
- Earning an Associates Degree at Heritage Academy
- ACT/SAT/PSAT (Which test and when?)
- Financial Aid (Scholarships, Grants, Loans & FAFSA)
CLICK HERE to schedule your appointment today!
Lunch Orders & Uniform Info
DON’T FORGET
Please update your scholar’s grade level with MyHotLunchbox.
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PTO also offers a “snack shack” if a scholar forgets their lunch one day, make sure they have a few dollars to buy something in the auditorium. A BIG thanks to our PTO and our parent volunteers for making this possible!
On Dollars for Duds days, scholars are allowed to wear non-uniform clothing (INCLUDING JEANS) that meet Heritage Standards. $2.00 for shirt and $2.00 for pants/shorts. Wristbands purchased for participation must be worn on your scholar’s wrist throughout the day. Dollars for Duds is optional, and scholars do not have to participate. Money raised goes to support Scholar Council and the school activities and dances they support.
Heritage Standard means: no sleeveless or midriff shirts; shorts must be 4″ from the middle of the knee and skirts must come to the middle of the knee; no pants or shorts that are ripped, torn or frayed; no leggings; no inappropriate slogans or symbols on the clothing; and NO PAJAMAS, SLIPPERS or CROCS.
If you would like to share any community events happening, please email them to info@heritageacademyaz.com with the subject line: Mesa Community Event
