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, next week is going to be exciting as we lead up to Homecoming!
Just a few notes on dress code:
We are also excited to welcome any alum who want to visit on Thursday. See the sign up sheet in the newsletter.
Go Heroes!
Heidi Udall, Principal
Homecoming Alumni Luncheon 2022
Thursday 10/20/2022 11-12:30 Heritage Academy Mesa Field
Welcome back alumni! This year our theme for Homecoming is A NIGHT IN NEVERLAND. Please join us for lunch on the field and a tour of the Heritage Campus. Pizza, salad and soda will be provided for $5 payable in cash at the door. You must RSVP if you would like for us to include you in the lunch order. We will also be giving away Heritage spirit shirts during the luncheon, so you won’t want to miss it!
While the luncheon is just for Heritage alumni and their former teachers, there is a family friendly tailgating party in the courtyard from 5:00-6:30 with food for purchase as well as the football game with priority seating for alumni and their guests at 7:00 pm at Fiesta Field in Mesa.
Homecoming/Spirit Week Activities!
WHAT TO WEAR: you can never go wrong by wearing your uniform, but if you want to show spirit:
MONDAY: Disney Day
TUESDAY: College Day (support your favorite college)
WEDNESDAY: Class competitions (7th=spies; 8th=hippies; 9th=80’s; 10th=twins; 11th=tourists; 12th=senior citizens)
THURSDAY: RED OUT!! (you may wear dollars for duds pants on this day ONLY!)
NOTE: don’t forget to follow dress code standards for each day AND uniform bottoms must be worn except on Thursday
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.
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
$500 per person October 15, 2022
$500 per person November 30, 2022
$750 per person January 15, 2023
Balance February 15, 2023
Includes: Airfare, transportation, hotel rooms, breakfast & dinner, and all entrance fees.
- paint brushes & rollers
- measuring tapes
- squares & speed squares
- chalk lines
- drill bits
- saw blades
- screwdrivers
- hammers
- Any hand or power tools that are no longer being used or just any donated ones would be greatly appreciated.
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
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.
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
Mr. Wayne Denton
I was born and raised in Glens Falls, New York. I moved to Arizona with my wife in 2020. I received his BA in History from Southern New Hampshire University and afterward earned a MS for Teachers from SUNY Plattsburgh and an MA in Interdisciplinary Studies with a focus in Apologetics and History from Liberty University. I am currently working on earning my PhD of History at Liberty University. I have five years of teaching experience and uphold the rigorous demands of Heritage Academy while teaching American history to our wonderful scholars.
Mr. Jon Duke
I have been with Heritage Academy from the beginning. Our family has practically grown up on the Mesa Campus (all of our children attend at the Mesa Campus). Currently a 7th Degree Senior Master Black Belt, I have been training in Kenpo since I was thirteen years old and the confidence and friendships I have developed from my Kenpo have truly been a blessing. I feel it is a privilege to instruct Kenpo to these wonderful scholars. I am married and we have four children; I enjoy hunting and sports.
Mrs. Dorothy Fairbanks learn more
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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.