August 10, 2023



I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for an inspiring first week of the school year. Together, it has been a promising start that sets the tone for the journey ahead. Seeing our students return to school with excitement and enthusiasm has been truly heartwarming. Their smiles, curiosity, and energy have reminded us all why we are here – to play a part in the molding and shaping of children in happy and productive men and women.

The dedication of our teaching staff has been nothing short of exceptional. Their commitment to creating engaging classrooms and emphasizing the primacy of virtue has been inspirational.

I also want to extend my appreciation to our parents. Your partnership and support are invaluable. Your involvement in your child's education, whether it's through attending meetings, volunteering, or simply engaging in meaningful conversations at home, play a vital role in their success. Thank you for entrusting us with your children's education.

I am excited about the road we are on and the people we are traveling with. Go Spartans!

With Gratitude,

Mark McAfee

Headmaster

Important Information

Businesses adjacent to Scottsdale Prep are private property and it is unsafe for pedestrians (particularly students) to walk through their parking lots and industrial loading zones. It is against the law to trespass on neighboring private property. It is unsafe and illegal for you to attempt to be drop off or pick up from one of these neighboring businesses. 

2023-2024 Curriculum Night

Scottsdale Prep's annual Curriculum Night is Thursday, August 17th. Please mark your calendar! The event occurs on a specific timeline so that you can visit every class and meet the teachers. The door will open at 5:45PM and the event will begin at 6PM. The curriculum night program and your student's schedule will be emailed to you on August 16th.

Spartan Varsity Football Scrimmage

Tonight, our Spartan Varsity football team will kick off the season with a scrimmage against Heritage & Highland prep at 6:00 pm at the Scottsdale Prep home field. Come out to cheer on our team and kick off the season at the new field.  

SPA Parent Book Club

If you missed this initial meeting but would still like to join the SPA Parent Book Club, there is still time, and we'd love for you to join us!  Acquire a copy of Robert Fagles' translation of The Odyssey (ISBN# 9780140268867) start reading and join us on August 23rd at 6pm in the SPA library when we will begin discussing Books I-III of The Odyssey. The meetings will be held every other Wednesdays after that.

Reminder: 9th Grade Retreat Meeting is Tonight!

Please join Mrs. Michaels for a parent meeting about the retreat tonight, August 10th at 6:00pm on Microsoft Teams. This meeting will be recorded for those who are unable to attend. Please use this link to access the meeting: Click here to join the meeting.

Please contact Mrs. Michaels if you have any questions regarding the retreat.

FRONT OFFICE REMINDERS

Early pick up during Lunch or Lyceum

Picking your child up during Lunch or Lyceum? Please coordinate with your student ahead of time and ask them to wait for you at the tables in the downstairs Commons. It’s too difficult to locate students who are signing out during these times.

Dropping off items

Please note that you may drop off items for your student in the Front Office cubbies, however your student will not be notified. Please remind your student that if they ever don’t have something they need/want for the day, they need to come and check the cubbies to see if the item is there for them.

Thank you for your cooperation. 

After School/Tom's Thumb

As you make plans for your students after school, please be aware that Tom’s Thumb is no longer allowing unaccompanied minors in their establishment during the hours after school. Please make alternative arrangements for your child. 

Order Your Spirit Wear Now Until

August 15

Order your Spirit Wear and High School class T-shirts, now! HS class t-shirts can be worn by HS students every Friday. The zip-up Jacket can be worn by all students every day. The store will be open until August 15th and purchases will be available for pick up on September 6th and 8th during drop off (7:15 - 8:15 AM) or pick up (2:30 - 3:30 PM). Alternatively, you can get them delivered to your house for an additional charge.

*Please choose your size carefully as these are printed per order. Consider going up a size if you are uncertain, some cuts run small. Order now by clicking here: https://tflyerz.store/scottsdale_prep/shop/home

Teacher Luncheon Sign-up

Let's waste no time showing our appreciation for our teachers by providing them with an amazing lunch on August 24th! The PSO will provide the main course, but we will need a few items to be donated as well as hands-on help the day of. If you are able to help, please click here for the SignUp Genius. Thank you!

Re-Stock the Pantry for the Teacher's Lounge

Help us welcome back teachers! We are re-stocking the pantry in the Teacher Lounge for the new school year! The staff kitchen is organized to create a “Grab and Go” snack cabinet for teachers. The teachers were so very appreciative of your generosity last year! They enjoyed being able to grab a quick snack between classes. We have provided a sign-up genius with favorite items. The next time you are at Costco (or the grocery store), please consider picking up an extra item or two to donate to Stock the Pantry. Donations may be left in the box in the SPA lobby to the right of the main entrance. Thank you in advance to show our appreciation!  

MS Back to School Social at Bowlero

Mark your calendars for Back to School at Bowlero for Middle Schoolers on August 18th from 5 to 7 PM. Parents are welcome to stay and catch up with other parents, while the students enjoy bowling, arcade games and reconnecting with their friends. Purchase your tickets on configio before they sell out.

2023/2024 PSO Volunteers Needed

We are looking to fill the following open positions for this year.

• MS Social Co-Chair
• Parent Social Chair
• Snowstorm Co-Chair
• Shopper Program
• Booster Advertising
• Booster Spirit Wear Sales
• Booster Team Parent Liaison

Please email president@spapso.org if you would like more info on these roles.