Our teachers are full of passion and love for their 

scholars and subject areas. We are lucky.

Even the smallest notes of appreciation mean a lot to them.

I can’t wait to go on the Liberty Tour next week with some of our 11th & 12th graders. We’ll be visiting historical sites in Boston and New York. Signups have begun for the Spring Break Puerto Rico Tour. Find more information in the newsletter and on the website. 

Scholars should not have homework over October Break.

We hope you enjoy this time with your families. 

School resumes on Monday, October 13.

Heidi Udall, Principal

🏃‍♀️🏃 Cross Country Victory in Prescott! 🏆🌲

This past Saturday at the Prescott Meet, our Junior High Girls AND Boys Teams brought home 1st Place finishes! 🙌🎉

🌟 Medal Winners 🌟
👧 Girls Team
🥇 Paisley Skankey – 1st Place
🥉 Kembree Forsgren – 3rd Place
🏅 Morgan Willford – 4th Place
🏅 Jaynie McDowell – 5th Place
🏅 Olivia Hall – 7th Place

👦 Boys Team
🥇 Declan Marshal – 1st Place
🥈 Casen Lawlor – 2nd Place
🥉 Deacon Palmer – 3rd Place
🏅 Klyde Pease – 4th Place
🏅 Tennyson Jensen – 8th Place
🏅 Witt Winder – 9th Place

👏 Huge congratulations to all our runners—you represented Heritage with strength, grit, and heart! ❤️💙

Congratulations to five of our talented choir scholars who have been selected for the All-State Jazz Choir! 🎤 Out of hundreds of auditionees, only 40 singers are chosen each year—and Heritage is beyond proud that these five made the cut:

🌟 Darwyn McAlister
🌟 Lucy Bird
🌟 Stephen Coffin
🌟 Marilee Hall
🌟 Maland Frehner

Their dedication and talent shine brightly, and we can’t wait to cheer them on in this incredible achievement! 💙🤍

Coming Up in October, November & December – 9th–11th Grade Meetings

Over the next few months, I’ll be meeting with scholars and/or parents to ensure students are on track to meet Heritage Academy graduation requirements and to review progress toward an associate degree.

Key Dates & Events:

• October: FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) opens

• October: The College Funding Coach Webinar (date TBD) – Learn strategies to pay for college beyond scholarships, without dipping into your retirement

Please use this link to schedule with me.

Important Dual Enrollment & Senior Reminders

Seniors:
If you are a current senior, please schedule your senior one-on-one appointment with me during September. Don’t wait until the last minute!

New to Dual Enrollment?
If this is your first time in dual enrollment, you’ll need to complete Step 1: Admissions to Rio Salado College.
👉 Enrollment & Registration Steps –  CLICK HERE

If placement tests are required, I’ll let you know.

Important Links: Click HERE
Log in using your MEID@maricopa.edu to:

• Upload your birth certificate and photo ID

• Complete the financial responsibility form

• Fill out the Petition for Semester Overload (if enrolling in more than 18 DE credits in one semester)

Tuition Assistance:
If you were approved for Tuition Assistance, I’ve already contacted Rio to enroll you.

For others who indicated interest in dual enrollment, I’ll be emailing Rio soon. Please watch for emails with tasks you may need to complete.

Questions?
Email me at bob.brow@heritageacademyaz.com. To ensure a timely response, please include your scholar’s 8-digit college ID# (starting with a 3) or note that you’re new to dual enrollment. Be sure to leave a detailed message so I can best assist you.

Thanks,
Bob Brown

Explore. Learn. Grow.
At Heritage Academy, we believe education goes beyond the classroom. That’s why we offer our scholars unique “Tours”—educational travel experiences that help build character, develop new skills, and create lifelong memories.

For over 30 years, these unforgettable adventures have been a signature part of the Heritage experience, giving students the chance to explore history, culture, and leadership in meaningful, hands-on ways.

Check out this year’s exciting tour opportunities below!
Click here to view all upcoming tours

✨ The 2026 Fine Arts Retreat is Coming! ✨

Heritage Academy invites all 9th–12th grade scholars to join us January 7–10, 2026 at Emmanuel Pines Camp in Prescott, AZ 🏕️.

This year’s retreat will celebrate America 250 with award-winning clinicians in:
🎨 Art | 💃 Dance | 🎭 Drama | 🎶 Choir | 🎤 Musical Theatre | 💃🕺 Ballroom | 📸 Photography | 🎻 Full Orchestra

🤝 Scholars from all four campuses will come together for workshops, socials, campfires 🔥, and a final performance 🌟 you won’t want to miss!

📅 Registration Opens: August 1, 2025
💵 Cost: $335 (scholars) | $275 (chaperones)

Enjoy 4 days, 3 nights, 8 workshops, and unforgettable memories 💫.

👉 Link HERE to register

🌴 Puerto Rico Tour – Open to Freshmen & Sophomores! 🌴
Join us for an unforgettable adventure to Puerto Rico from March 16–21! Explore the culture, history, and beauty of the island while making lasting memories with your classmates.

💲 Cost: $2,500
📅 Dates: March 16–21
✨ Open to Freshmen & Sophomores

Don’t miss out—sign up today! 👉 LINK

Florida Tour 2025!

All 9th-12th Heritage scholars are invited to join us for an unforgettable adventure in Florida from March 15th–21st! The cost is $2,575, covering an exciting week of travel, learning, and memories with friends. Don’t miss out—spaces are limited!

Sign up today: Florida Tour Registration Form

DON’T FORGET 

Please update your scholar’s grade level with MyHotLunchbox. 

PTO also offers a “snack shack” if a scholar forgets their lunch one day, make sure they have a few dollars to buy something in the auditorium. A BIG thanks to our PTO and our parent volunteers for making this possible!