Important Dates to Remember

  • FEB 27-28 JH Arts Retreat

  • MAR 1 CAR SHOW BUY TICKETS HERE

  • MAR 4 Combined Band/Orchestra Concert 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Heritage Auditorium

  • MAR 5  HA 8th Grade Rio Admissions night 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm 

  • MAR 6 Spirit Day! 

  • MAR 6-9  Dance Co/ Ballroom Tour  

  • MAR 7-8 All State Auditions 

  • MAR 10-13 Spring Break 

A NOTE FROM Mrs. Udall:

Don’t forget this Saturday is the Heritage Academy CAR SHOW! In addition to showing off really awesome cars, we have over 20 vendors, several food trucks, and live music put on by almost 200 of our scholars. There are also several raffle items including a BIG SCREEN TV donated by Spencer’s TV & Appliance! Join in on the fun on this Saturday from 10am to 2pm in the parking lot! 

We have some great sports events coming up, so be sure to check out the calendar:

We want to acknowledge all of our amazing parents who helped make todays’ Teacher Appreciation lunch such a success.  Whether you supplied food or your time (or both!) Thank you!

State testing is coming up and we will be sharing test dates and times in the upcoming weeks.  Be sure to keep an eye out for it.  The good news is, there will not be any “weird” drop off and pick up times.  All testing will be done during class time.  One exception is that Tuesday 3/25 will be an Online Day for all 7th, 8th, 9th and 12th grades.

Have a great weekend!

Heidi Udall, Principal

CAR SHOW!

BUY TICKETS HERE

OR HERE:

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Questions? See Ms. Rost (robin.rost@heritageacademyaz.com)

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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

Summer Student Volunteer Program at Banner Desert and Banner Children’s at Desert

Volunteering is great way to gain professional experience and helps with college applications. This summer program may work better for many students’ busy schedules.

We are looking for volunteers for our non-profit medical center.  This is a 6-month commitment by volunteering to greet guests, assist in the gift shop, deliver supplies to medical units, and other important services.

Some information about our summer teen program:

  • Summer teen volunteers will serve 8 hours a week, during weekdays from June 1-July 31, 2024
  • Applicants must be at least 16 years of age when they apply
  • Applications are due March 20 and can be submitted online at here

If you have any questions, feel free to contact me.

Carly Ofsthun, Associate Director, Volunteer Services

Banner Desert Medical Center

Banner Children’s  Medical Center

Phone:  480.412.3259

Dance Company and Dance Class Placement Auditions on Friday, March 28th 

Talent Show Auditions due Monday, March 31st

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

CHOIR TOUR!

The total cost of the trip is $899.00.

Registration and 1st payment of your deposit of $100.00 is due by 8/15/2024.
2nd payment of $150.00 is due by 10/1/2024.
3rd payment of $150.00 is due by 12/1/2024.
4th payment of $250.00 is due by 2/15/2025.
Final payment of $249.00 is due by 3/15/2025.

Sign up HERE:

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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