AWARDS CEREMONY & GRADUATION
WHEN: MAY 25
WHERE: Inter Stake Center (ISC), 830 East 2nd Ave, Mesa, AZ 85204
WHAT: Awards Ceremony 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. All Scholars are invited to attend and are required to wear their Heritage uniform. No hats. *Plan on dropping off and picking up your children at the ISC.
WHAT: Graduation Rehearsal 10:30 a.m. – noon *Seniors are required to attend graduation rehearsal to walk in the graduation ceremony.
WHAT: Senior check in time 6:00 p.m. *Arrive for Graduation Ceremony in graduation robes, mortar boards, etc.
WHAT: Graduation Ceremony 7:00 p.m. *Doors will close at 6:55 p.m. for the graduate processional.
Heritage Academy’s mission statement:
We are dedicated to youth, their growth and development, and believe in building sound character through strong families, strong communities, and a strong nation.
While teaching the academic disciplines, Heritage Academy is dedicated to instilling into the minds and hearts of our youth knowledge of and respect for the ideals and values of the great men and women of history, including those who founded the American nation.
As they gain an appreciation of these people of accomplishment, they will be ready to provide the selfless service to their fellow citizens and to their country which will be required in the coming years to assist in restoring America’s greatness.
Heritage Academy exists to this end.
A NOTE FROM Mrs. Udall:
Hello Heritage Families,
It’s been another memorable year, and we thank you for entrusting us with your children while helping to make Heritage a wonderful place to learn and grow!
We are fast approaching our last day of school and want to share some important information pertaining to events occurring on the last day of school, May 25, 2023. The Awards Ceremony and Graduation Ceremony will take place at the Inter Stake Center (ISC), 830 East 2nd Ave, Mesa, AZ 85204. This is a new location.
No tickets will be issued for either event. We welcome you to come celebrate with us in honoring our scholars. For those unable to attend in person, the Graduation ceremony will be broadcast live on our YouTube channel – Heritage Academy Events. A link will be on the calendar and also sent out in advance.
Please respect the following guidelines as requested by the Inter Stake Center (ISC):
No Food or Beverage. Water is allowed.
No backpacks. Scholars performing in the Awards ceremony may bring their bags/equipment, as needed.
Overflow parking is available across the street (south) of the building and also along 2nd Avenue. Please be courteous and do not block driveways or park in personal parking spaces.
May 25 Schedule – ALL EVENTS AT THE ISC
9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. AWARDS CEREMONY
All Scholars are invited to attend and are required to wear their Heritage uniform. No hats.
*Plan on dropping off and picking up your children at the ISC.
10:30 a.m. – noon GRADUATION REHEARSAL
*Seniors are required to attend graduation rehearsal to walk in the graduation ceremony. They may wear their tie-died uniform shirts. A Graduation Handbook has been shared with Seniors for appropriate behavior and attire.
6:00 p.m. – SENIORS CHECK IN TIME
*Arrive for Graduation Ceremony in graduation robes, mortar boards, etc. As this is a traditional ceremony, scholars should not decorate their caps. Scholars may wear their cords, medals, stoles, etc. received during the Awards Ceremony over their gowns.
*Families will be allowed to enter at 6:15 p.m. Seats can be saved until 6:45. No balloons, noisemakers, signs, etc. will be allowed into the ceremony.
7:00 p.m. – GRADUATION CEREMONY
*Doors will close at 6:55 p.m. for the graduate processional. Doors will be reopened after the procession. Please take crying babies or disruptive children into the lobby during the ceremony.
Congratulations to our fantastic Seniors! We admire and respect you for all your hard work and excellent achievements over the years! You have an exciting future awaiting you!
We hope you have a wonderful summer and look forward to seeing you and our returning scholars at Open House on Monday, July 31, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. School begins next year on Tuesday, August 1, 2023.
CREDIT RECOVERY AND ENGLISH SUMMER SCHOOL
Ballroom Showcase 8:30pm MAC in the Piper Theater.
GRADUATION CEREMONY PICTURES!
Lifetouch has created a packet for our graduates. To pre-order your photos, buy an AdvancePay credit online. You’ll receive a text message when the gallery is published, and the credit will be automatically applied online—just sign in with your phone number at checkout.
Liberty History Tour Fall 2023
Tour Dates: October 8 -14, 2023
This tour is only open to 11th or 12th-grade high school scholars Independence Tour Flier Fall 2023
Cost: $2,300, unless a scholar is eligible for an academic scholarship (see the tour information sheet above for scholarship details)
All payments must be via MySchoolBucks. Do NOT pay invoice directly with ECA funds.
How to use ECA, ACCOUNT CREDIT, and how to PAY INVOICES flier
After you have successfully completed the signup form, you will be invoiced for the tour.
2023/24 INDEPENDENCE HISTORY TOUR SIGN UP HERE
Tour Director: Scott Wells (scott.well@heritageacademyaz.com)
5 MINUTE RE-ENROLLMENT PROCESS: DEADLINE 4/13/2023
Re-enrollment MUST be completed by ALL scholars to confirm or decline their seat for the upcoming school year.
EXISTING SCHOLARS – As an existing family within our school, you are extended the opportunity to reserve your scholar’s space for next year. Please CLICK HERE to complete your 5 MINUTE re-enrollment process. Do NOT submit a new application.
Unless you have moved, you will NOT be required to upload a new form of residency.
Should you choose NOT RETURNING when completing the re-enrollment process, you will be sent withdrawal forms to complete and return. Please complete re-enrollment for each scholar that currently attends.
Password Reset: email mesaregistrar@heritageacademyaz.com
INTRODUCING the Paul Revere Academy (PRA)
Heritage is expanding! We are excited to introduce a unique academic experience through the Paul Revere Academy (PRA) – starting in July 2023. East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT) and Heritage Academy have partnered to bring a complete high school education to the West Main Street campus of EVIT. Students will earn their high school diploma and industry certifications all on one campus.
Paul Revere is considered one of the Founding Fathers as well as a skilled tradesman. While PRA is part of the Heritage family of schools, it is designed to serve scholars interested in obtaining hands-on training and workforce ready credentials. At the same time, it extends our mission of building character, developing loyalty to the ideals of our country, and serving in our community.
Scholars at PRA will split their day between taking core classes at Paul Revere Academy and elective/Career Technical Education (CTE) classes at EVIT. All youth interested in a more streamlined approach to obtaining a high school diploma and CTE certificates are welcome to apply. Please visit our website: www.paulrevere.tech for more information.
Stephanie Lund, Principal stephanie.lund@paulrevere.tech
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.
FAFSA INFORMATION!
12th grade is the time to apply for admission to college and to apply for federal student aid by filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form. Opens Oct. 1. Check out goingmerry.com for a more user-friendly application, plus, there are thousands of scholarship opportunities. Just complete your profile.
Complete the FAFSA form even if you believe your child won’t qualify for any free federal aid. Many colleges will require FAFSA if you are getting any aid directly from the school. In addition, your family circumstances may change due to divorce, death or medical issues and you can appeal to the school due to the change in circumstance.
