Important Dates to Remember

  • APR 7 – APR 9  NEW SCHOLAR ORIENTATIONS 4pm – 6pm siblings 4/7;  non-siblings 4/8; high school 4/10

  • APR 7 – APR 10 TESTING:  week 2 (see newsletter for more info)

  • APR 10- APR 12  All State at NAU

  • APR 12 Military Service Academy Conference 10am – 12pm Gateway campus

  • APR 14 – APR 17 TESTING:  week 3 (see newsletter for more info)

  • APR 15: PTO Meeting – in person 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

  • APR 17:  Dollars 4 Duds

  • APR 17: Heritage Talent Show 4:00 & 7:00 p.m. 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm Auditorium

  • APR 18:  Faculty vs Seniors Softball Game BBQ After 9:00 am – 10:00 am Mesa Interstake center

  • APR 21: Scholar Council applications packets available Pick up at front office

  • APR 23-24: April Break No School

A NOTE FROM Mrs. Udall:

We have so many Spring sports games.  Be sure to come out and catch a game/match/event!

Our scholars are doing great!  We continue our testing next week. It is important to avoid scheduling appointments during the testing windows.

TESTING SCHEDULE: Regular school hours all week

MONDAY 4/7:   AASA 7th & 8th grades READINGAzSci 8th grade, AzACT Aspire 9th grade, AzSci 11th grade

TUESDAY 4/8:   AASA 7th & 8th grades READING;  AzSci 8th grade, AzACT Aspire 9th grade, AzSci 11th grade

WEDNESDAY 4/9: AASA 7TH & 8TH grades READING, AzSci 8th grade

THURSDAY 4/10:  AASA 7TH & 8TH grades READING, AzSci 8th grade

Remind your scholars that they are prepared.  They just need to do their best and we appreciate all of their hard work and your support.

Juniors and seniors don’t miss out on the Liberty Tour.  Sign up information is further in the newsletter.

I want to remind all scholars and their families that cargo shorts and pants are not allowed.  Please be sure your scholar is in dress code everyday: hair length/color, no excessive jewelry, white/red/blue outerwear only.

I hope you all have a good weekend!

Heidi Udall, Principal

LIBERTY TOUR 

  • Where: Boston, Mass | New York City
    When: Sunday, October 5 – Saturday, October 11, 2025 (6 days / 5 nights)
  • Who: Juniors & Seniors

Tour fees must be paid according to the following schedule:
18 April 2025 $800
23 May 2025 $750
29 August 2025 $750 ($175 if on scholarship: see attached flier for details)
Total tour fees $2,300 ($1,725 if on scholarship: see attached flier for details)

CLICK HERE FOR LIBERTY TOUR FLIER

SIGN UP FOR TOUR HERE

Or scan the QR code:

QUESTIONS: see Dr. Wells or send an email to scott.well@heritageacademyaz.com

SCHOLAR COUNCIL IS LOOKING FOR A FEW GOOD SCHOLARS!
For all amazing scholars who would like the opportunity to run for scholar council, the packets of information will be available Monday April 21st. Prospective scholar council members must have a GPA of 3.0 or better and no behavior log entries in the last school year.  If you love to plan fun parties and school activities and you like to work with an amazing team, then scholar council is for you! A simple essay and permission from parents will be due April 30th! Details about all of this can be found in the packet!  Speeches will be made before an electoral college on May 6 & 7. Join our team. We work hard and play hard! Go Heroes!
Questions: see Mrs. Wilson

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ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR ALL GRADE LEVELS

This is for new, incoming scholars only. Current scholars should have completed the Re-Enrollment process.  Contact me if you have questions.

New families are always welcome, so spread the word!

Already have a SchoolMint account?

SUBMIT AN APPLICATION HERE

New to Heritage Academy?

NEW FAMILIES SUBMIT AN APPLICATION HERE

For new families, it is a two (2) step process1) Fill out the Admissions Form. 2) Complete the application following links sent in an email.

Questions: mesaregistrar@heritageacademyaz.com

Interested in EVIT? Check out our Paul Revere Campus!

Heritage Academy offers an exceptional campus on EVIT grounds called Paul Revere Academy.  We have established an incredible partnership to allow scholars to enroll in EVIT programs the academic year they turn 16. For most, this means they can begin Career Technical Education (CTE) programs as sophomores (10th grade), and earn more than one technical certificate by graduation! Additionally, EVIT now offers pathways leading to Associate Degrees, providing even greater opportunities for your scholar!

Our location and flexible scheduling create a seamless educational experience where scholars can:

  • Complete core academic classes (ELA, Math, Science, History, and credit recovery)

  • Pursue specialized CTE courses at EVIT

This unique combination offers:

  • Small class sizes for personalized attention.

  • 55-minute focused learning sessions.

  • Sports and extracurricular opportunities.

  • Dual enrollment options for earning college credit at Paul Revere Academy and EVIT.

  • Workforce-ready skills upon graduation.

Scholars still benefit from a Monday–Thursday schedule, with EVIT classes adding a half-day on Fridays.

Discover how Paul Revere Academy can help your scholar achieve academic success and career readiness. Explore more:

For details about EVIT’s extensive technical training programs, visit www.evit.edu.

We look forward to welcoming you and answering your questions. Together, we’re building America’s heroes, one scholar at a time!

Warm Regards,

Stephanie Lund, Principal

Paul Revere Academy

ECA DONATION? 

Continue to have friends and family donate to a specific scholar HERE.

Or give them the url: https://hamesa.com/tax-credit/

But be sure to check out our Giving page! Exciting new information and various ways to donate are now available.

Questions? Contact the front desk at 480-969-5641 or email heidi.conn@heritageacademyaz.com

NEW ATTENDANCE AND MESSAGING SYSTEM

To continue to ensure the safety of our scholars, we are introducing a new absence reporting system called SafeArrival.

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO FIRST:

  • OPT-IN:  Text “Y” or “Yes” to 67587 (even if you already have done so earlier, please opt in again)
  • Create your account via: Your email must match your PowerSchool email for your scholar(s)
  • website https://go.schoolmessenger.com
  • free Apple or Google SchoolMessenger app Links provided here: https://go.schoolmessenger.com

 HOW TO REPORT ABSENCE (24 hours/day, 7 days a week):

  1. SchoolMessenger app:  Select Attendance then Report an Absence.
  1. schoolmessenger.com: Select Attendance then Report an Absence.
  1. toll-free number 1-888-310-1783 follow prompts

FORGOT TO REPORT ABSENCE? Automated notification system will contact you if your scholar is absent and the absence was not reported in advance. This system will attempt to contact you multiple times until a reason is submitted for the absence.

NOTE: If you report your scholar’s absence in advance using the SafeArrival toll-free number, website or mobile app, you will NOT receive these notifications.

Starting September 23, 2024, please report absences using SafeArrival.

One of our greatest priorities is ensuring that all our scholars arrive safely at school each day. Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we implement this new system.

If you have any questions, please reply to this email or call the front office at 480-969-5641.

PTO NEEDS YOU!

We are fortunate to have so many great families here at Heritage! We need your help to make our events a success and make sure your scholars have a great year.

Sign up to volunteer for one of our PTO committees to help throughout the school year.

SIGN UP HERE

Questions:  send an email to heritageacademy.pto@gmail.com

COLLEGE CORNER 

Seniors – don’t forget to schedule your senior 1-on-1 meeting with Mr. Brown. 

You can scan the QR code outside Mr. Brown’s office or click here.

IMPORTANT DUAL ENROLLMENT INFORMATION

NOTE – if you are a current senior, be sure to schedule your senior one-on-one appointment with me for sometime in September.  Don’t wait for the last second.

If you are new to dual enrollment, you will need to complete admissions (step 1) to Rio Salado College. Enrollment and Registration Steps here .  If you need any placement tests, I will let you know.

Important links here – login is your MEID@maricopa.edu.  Here, you will be able to upload your birth certificate and photo ID, complete the financial responsibility form, and fill out the Petition for Semester Overload if you are enrolling in more than 18 DE credits in one semester, to name a few.

For those who were approved for Tuition Assistance, I have contacted Rio to enroll you accordingly.

For the rest that indicated they wanted to take part in dual enrollment, I will be emailing Rio soon.  Be on the lookout for emails with tasks to complete (if needed).

Email me at bob.brow@heritageacademyaz.com with any questions. To ensure a timely response be sure to provide the scholar’s 8-digit college ID# (starts with a 3) or indicate new to dual enrollment.  Please leave a detailed message, so I can better serve you.

Thanks,

Bob Brown