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.

Important Dates to Remember

  • 03/24 Dance Auditions 1pm-5pm 

  • 03/25 Placement Tests Meet in the Lobby 8:15 am – 10:30 am 

  • 03/30 Little Mermaid Jr Performance/ Arts Show 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm BUY TICKETS HERE

  • 03/31 Little Mermaid Jr Performance/ Arts Show 3:00 pm BUY TICKETS HERE

  • 03/31 Little Mermaid Jr Performance/ Arts Show 7:00 pm UNDERSTUDY PERFORMANCE BUY TICKETS HERE

  • 03/31 Re-Enrollment Ends

  • 04/01 Little Mermaid Jr Performance/ Arts Show 3 & 7 BUY TICKETS HERE

  • 04/03 – 04/06  Testing Week

  • 04/06  Spirit Day!

  • 04/10 -04/13 8th grade science test 

  • 04/10 Sibling Orientation 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm 

  • 04/11 New Scholar Orientation 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm 

  • 04/12 PianoLand Recital 3:45 pm – 5:00 pm

  • 04/13 PianoLand Recital 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

A NOTE FROM Mrs. Udall:

Hello Hero families!  I’ve enjoyed talking to scholars about their Spring Break activities!

There is a lot going on the next few weeks, so be sure to check out the calendar for updates in sporting events, as well as plays, art shows, and testing schedules.

We are gearing up for state tests as well as ACT and Pre-ACT in April.  Just a reminder that MyHotLunchBox will not be delivering on campus April 3 – 6 and PTO will not be providing lunch either.

I’ve been hearing the rehearsals for the play, the Little Mermaid Jr, and they sound great!  Don’t miss out!  You can buy your tickets at TICKETLEAP FOR LITTLE MERMAID JR. or go to The Little Mermaid Jr. BUY TICKETS HERE

I hope you have a great weekend!

Heidi Udall, Principal

JOIN US FOR AN UNDERSEA ADVENTURE!

The drama department proudly presents: The Little Mermaid JR
Thursday, March 30 at 7 pm
Friday, March 31 at 3 pm
Friday, March 31 at 7 pm Understudy Performance
Saturday, April 1 at 3 pm
Saturday, April 1 at 7 pm
Here’s the direct link to buy tickets     https://heritage-academy-drama.ticketleap.com/
or they can go to hamesa.com/events

DANCE COMPAY AUDITIONS FRIDAY 3/24, 1-5 PM!

I hope your Spring Break was amazing!
I am holding my annual Dance Company and Dance Class Placement auditions in the Dance Room. This is for scholars coming into the dance program trying to be placed in the appropriate level as well as current scholars trying to move up a level.
I look forward to seeing you!
Mrs. May
Questions? see email emay@heritageacademyaz.com

RE-ENROLLMENT PORTAL NOW OPEN: DEADLINE 3/31/2023

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

PARKING AND PICK/UP COURTESY

Parents, we are aware we have a tight parking lot and a lot of scholars who need to be picked up.
But we also want to be good neighbors to the businesses that surround us. There are many options for scholar pick-up.
  • Have them meet you at the seminary building.
  • Park in the 1 or 3 hours spaces behind the school.
  • Que up in the back parking lot to wait for your scholar (the right lane is for carpooling, the left lane is for quick drop off, and the far left lane is to pull through.
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Please do NOT park in front of businesses to wait for your scholar.
Please do NOT park in the street in front of the school. Only park in the few designated 10 minutes parking spots.
Thank you for helping us live our mission statement to teach our scholars how to build strong communities!

ARIZONA SCHOLARSHIP PROMISE PROGRAM!

Here is a great scholarship opportunity for those that are planning to attend ASU, NAU, or U of A this fall.  The Arizona Promise Program!!!  This is a great opportunity for students from low-income families, which guarantees scholarship for eligible students to cover Arizona public university tuition and fees.
The deadline to submit your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) to qualify for the Arizona Promise Program is April 1st.  The Arizona Promise Program:
     >  Provides financial assistance for qualified students whose federal Pell grants don’t cover the cost of college tuition and fees
     >  The award amount is up to the actual cost of in-state tuition, mandatory fees and program fees after other financial aid
     >  Qualifying students are guaranteed their tuition, mandatory fees and program fees will be fully covered.
To qualify, a scholar must:
     >  Be an Arizona resident
     >  Graduate from an Arizona high school with a minimum 2.5 GPA
     >  Qualify for ANY federal Pell Grant; timely complete the FAFSA application each year for renewal
     >  Be admitted and enroll as a first-time, full-time, on-campus degree seeking student at ASU, NAU, or U of A, in the fall semester immediately following high school graduation.  (Some gaps in enrollment, such as for military service, may be allowed.  Please check with the universities.)  LEARN MORE HERE

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

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) Refund minus $100 between Dec. 16th & Mar. 23rd No refund after March 24, 2023

NO LUNCH DELIVERED TO CAMPUS 4/3-4/6

Since we will be testing during the week, My Hot Lunch Box and PTO will NOT be

available.  Please plan accordingly.

Prom Information
WHEN: THURSDAY APRIL 27 8PM-11PM
WHERE: SUNKIST WAREHOUSE
TICKETS $25 each
THEME: ROUTE 66

It’s Not To Late to Order your Caps & Gown!

Don’t wait any longer! Be sure to order your Cap and Gown today!

Jostens’ has created graduation packages for your upcoming celebration!

Heritage Academy Mesa Graduation Packages HERE

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. 

STILL ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR ALL GRADES 

NEW SCHOLARS –  If you have friends that do not currently attend Heritage but would like to join us next year…they will need to complete the enrollment application.  APPLY HERE

SIBLINGS OF CURRENT SCHOLARS: If you have a sibling who wants to attend Heritage next year, they must complete the application. While siblings do receive priority, a completed application MUST be submitted. 

Why PTO Dues?

If you haven’t yet paid, please consider doing so now:

PTO DUES PAY HERE

School administration diligently strives to keep costs down and does not randomly pass expenses on to families.  Your suggested dues of $20 per family helps fund new technology for our scholars, subsidize low cost lunch options, and provide treats and prizes for various school functions such as Constitution week.

Our PTO has no major fundraisers that we will ask parents or teachers to support. We count on your suggested annual dues. 

We want you to know that all parents are invited to attend our board meetings. Check out more about PTO HERE

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.