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

  • 09/26 Orchestra Concert at FUMC 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm First United Methodist Church of Mesa, 15 E 1st Ave 85210

  • 10/02 Choir Concert 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm First United Methodist Church of Mesa, 15 E 1st Ave 85210

  • 10/03 Band Concert Heritage Auditorium  7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

  • 10/05 Spirit Day!

  • 10/09 – 10/13 Fall Break!

  • 10/14 Annular Solar Eclipse IMPORTANT: Remember that since the Moon never entirely covers the Sun during an annular, or “ring of fire,” solar eclipse, you must use special eclipse safety glasses or viewers at all times. See SOLARSYSTEM.NASA.GOV OR National Eclipse website

A NOTE FROM Mrs. Udall:

Hello Heritage Families,

One more week before Fall Break. Scholars, keep your focus and finish strong!

We have both the Choir and Band concert coming up next week.  Come hear how great our scholars sound.  You will be impressed!

Don’t forget to come and support our Hero athletes!  The fall season will be over before you know it.  Check out the Events Calendar!

Next Thursday is also Spirit shirt day!  Be sure to wear a current spirit shirt from your favorite program.

I hope you all have a great weekend.

Heidi Udall, Principal

ORDER YOUR YEARBOOK NOW! 

It’s time to order the yearbook! Use the QR code on the attached flyer OR  ORDER YEARBOOKS HERE and enter our Yearbook ID Code: 15116624.

Early bird price (Oct. 5th deadline): $60

Price AFTER Oct. 5th: $65 

To buy with cash: Bring flier and EXACT cash amount to Ms. Connelly (front desk) or Ms. Wilson (NO change will be available)

Senior ads are also available. More information about that will come out soon.

Questions? Contact Ms. Wilson kimberly.wils@heritageacademyaz.com

Fine-Arts-Retreat-2023

FINE ARTS RETREAT: SIGN UP NOW

First payment due by Oct. 1

Welcome to the 2024 Fine Arts Retreat!  Scholars *enrolled in advanced Fine Arts classes and programs from all Heritage Academy campuses are eligible to attend the Fine Arts Retreat in January.

WHEN: Jan 10-13th, 2024

COST: $290 (1st payment due Oct. 1, 2023; 2nd due Dec. 1, 2023)

SIGN UP HERE

OR

use the QR code below

Spring 2024 JH Northern Arizona Tour: Register by Oct. 1!

Who: 7th & 8th graders
What: History & Science Tour
When: April 24-25, 2024
Visiting: Grand Canyon, Bearizona, Lowell Observatory, Sunset Crater, Walnut Canyon National Monument,
Pink Jeep Tour in Sedona

Included: transportation, hotel for 1 night, 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 2 dinners, and admission to all locations

COST: $485 (1st payment due Oct. 10, 2023; 2nd due Feb. 15, 2023)

SIGN UP HERE

Refund Policy (either tour company or student cancels)
Full refund before Jan. 15th
Refund minus $100 between Jan. 16th & Mar. 24th
No refund after March 25th.

CROSS COUNTRY RESULTS:

HS Cross Country Girls- 2nd place

Adelle Johnson receiving 6th place medal

HS Cross Country Boys- 2nd place

JH Cross Country Girls- 3rd place

JH Cross Country Boys- 1st place

Coach Sally Johnson

JAZZ NITE!

An evening of fun and incredible LIVE JAZZ entertainment presented by the Heritage Jazz Band and Jazz Singers!
Thursday, Nov. 16 at 7pm in the Heritage Auditorium
Tickets are $10 each or you may purchase a whole table of 8 for $72
We encourage all attendees to dress up in their best JAZZIE “Gatsby” attire! Dessert and beverages will be served.
Tickets go on sale Oct. 1.

FOOTBALL PICKS TEACHER OF THE WEEK (Sept 7)
Players from each class picked a teacher they respect, shows honor, and determination in the classroom. They were presented our away uniform tops. Coach Reese
  • Dylan Acedo, Trevor Schultz, Joey Barry with Ms. Sherman (English)
  • Austin with Mr. Scott (Science)
  • Ryan Nelson & Mattson Young with Coach Skousen (Sports)
  • Blake Perkins & Max Layton with Ms. Johnson (Math)

Senior Activities 2023-2024 (Subject to change)

First Semester:

October: Senior Lake Day: Oct 27th

November: Nothing for now

December: 2nd Senior BBQ: Dec 7th

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.

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

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.