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:
The energy on campus this week was lively fueled by scholars working on their service projects during Citizenship classes. Look for updates on these next week.
Costumes are allowed on Monday. Dollars for duds standards are required. No inflatable costumes, no face paint or excessive makeup, no masks, no weapons. Hats and wigs are allowed as long as they do not distract from classwork.
Second semester schedules are out. See Ms. Seamans’ note in the newsletter.
Be sure to see my email concerning parking in public lots. Tickets will be issued for parking all day in marked lots.
I hope you all have a great weekend!
Heidi Udall, Principal
2ND Semester Schedules available in PowerSchool
If your scholar is interested in participating in the tour, please complete the sign up form: Spring 2023 Puerto Rico Tour Signup Sheet
$700 per person November 11, 2022
$700 per person December 16, 2022
$700 per person January 13, 2023
We encourage students to take advantage of Arizona ECA donation opportunities to help pay for tours.
Includes: Airfare, transportation, hotel rooms, breakfast & dinner, and all entrance fees.
Bailey Goodman: 7th place
Heritage Academy France Tour Information Meeting
Heritage Academy is going to France in 2024! You’re invited to join us in Paris, Normandy and Brittany. Get ready to taste crepes, explore Paris, and experience the historic Normandy beaches 80 years after D-Day landings! (Open to all Heritage high school scholars.)
Your Instagrams and Snapchats won’t even be able to handle it. Remind your family to RSVP for the virtual information session on November 1st at 7:00PM to learn more. Be sure to register so that we have an accurate count. It is very easy! Click here: RSVP for Virtual Information Session
YEARBOOK PRICES GO UP NOV. 1!
Missed out last year? Buy the 2021/22 Yearbook HERE limited supplies $30 each!
Want one this year? Buy the 2022/23 Yearbook HERE on sale for $45!
SENIORS: Interested in a senior ad? Full page: $100; Half page: $50; Quarter page: $25 BUY YOUR SPACE HERE
Also available: BUY INDEX LETTERS HERE and BUY BUSINESS AD HERE
Questions: Mrs. Melchin kmelchin@heritageacademyaz.com
Advanced scholars from all Heritage Academy campuses enrolled in arts classes and programs may attend the Fine Arts Retreat in January.
Invited scholars will spend three nights and four days (Wed.-Sat.) at Pine Summit Camp located in Prescott, AZ. Scholars will spend two full days in intensive study and rehearsal in preparation for a live performance on Saturday.
AZ Tax Credit can be used to pay for this!
$140 due September 23, 2022**
$145 due December 1, 2022**
*Subject to based on enrollment
**No money will be refunded
Junior High Southern Arizona Tour April 26 & 27, 2022
Exploring: Tombstone, Queen Mine, Bisbee(including ghost tour), Pima Air & Space Museum, and the Sonoran Desert Museum
Includes: transportation, hotel for 1 night, 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 2 dinners, and admissions to venues
Payment schedule: $370/person
$123.33 due Nov 1, 2022
$123.33 due Feb 1, 2023
Balance of Tour fee due March 1st, 2023
All payments must be via MySchoolBucks. Do NOT pay invoice directly with ECA funds.
Refund Policy (either tour company or student cancels) Full refund before Dec. 15, 2022. Refund minus $100 between Dec. 16th & Mar. 23rd No refund after March 24, 2023
Class of 2023 Caps & Gowns Order Now!
Jostens’ has created graduation packages for your upcoming celebration!
Questions: Perry Spindler perry.spindler@jostens.com or Matthew Hatten matt.hatten@jostens.com
Please contact Jostens’ directly with any questions. They will have all the answers and will ensure your order is exactly what you (and your family) want.
Dr. Keith Idso
Dr. Idso earned his BS in Agriculture and his MS in Agronomy & Plant Genetics from the University of Arizona. He then ventured north and received his Doctorate in Botany at ASU. Several years later, Dr. Idso attended the University of Phoenix where he completed a post-bac program in education to become a certified teacher at both the elementary and secondary school levels. His secondary school
certification carries endorsements in general science, biology, and chemistry. As an educator, Dr. Idso served as an adjunct faculty member at ASU, CGCC, and SMCC where he taught various courses in botany and biology. He also taught 5th grade for 15 years on the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, before moving on to teach biology and chemistry at their high school for the next nine
years. After 24 years of service, Dr. Idso left the Indian community for Heritage Academy where he plans to establish his new career as an educator.
In his free time —who are we kidding— Dr. Idso is a single parent of 11-year-old twin daughters, so he has no free time! So, when he makes the time, Dr. Idso loves to go out country swing dancing! He is also an avid hunter, rock hounder, and enjoys collecting sea creatures and eating tacos down in Rocky Point.
Senior Eric Jewell Learn More Here
Ms. Christine Kenney Learn More Here
I have been teaching Ballroom Dance at Heritage Academy since January of 2007. I was first introduced to Ballroom Dance while attending college at Brigham Young University where I got my BA in Family Science. I am a former competitive Ballroom Dancer and have been involved with other dance projects such as various musical theater productions in school and the community, “cotillion” style classes at the Mesa Country Club, choreography for Jr. Miss Pageants, Dance Festivals, and the Gilbert Temple Cultural Celebration. I also teach Pilates and Jr. Fitness here at Heritage Academy. As an LMT, Health Coach, former powerlifter and aerobics instructor, I am enthusiastic about health and fitness. Additionally, I am a mother to four and grandmother to eleven and counting. My younger two children are Heritage Academy alumni. Besides dance and fitness, I also enjoy reading and travel and have spent some time living abroad.
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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.
