Aurora Lea is a middle school student at Great Hearts Anthem who just completed her first cross-country season. Like many runners, she enjoys the freedom and accomplishment she feels finishing at a meet. But for Lea, running is also a disciplined practice in trust and teamwork. With vision measured at 20/800, meaning she must be just... Read More »

Spring at Great Hearts is a season of exciting milestones for seniors, including the highly anticipated Senior Trip to Washington, D.C. This travel experience with their classmates provides students with the opportunity to explore the nation’s capital and experience firsthand the historical landmarks that have shaped the ideals of our country. The trip serves as... Read More »

It is January, which means the role of an athletic director (AD) at Great Hearts becomes a challenge as they tackle the busy activity calendars at each of our academies. Jon Rickey, the Arizona Network Director of Athletics, describes January as a whirlwind of activity, juggling responsibilities across multiple sports with dedication and commitment. Great... Read More »

Great Hearts Anthem was thrilled by the news that senior Ayla Noller’s beautiful watercolor painting was selected for the cover of the Official 2024 Great Hearts Holiday Card. This marks the second consecutive year that a Great Hearts Anthem student has received this honor. Last year we brought you the story of Lydia Luehrs and her winning artwork. In a tear-jerking reveal,... Read More »

Instilling Truth, Goodness, and Beauty Across the Classical Spectrum Mrs. Johanna Chumley has a unique role at the crossroads of the Great Hearts classical model. More precisely, she teaches at the opposite ends of the classical curriculum spectrum and seeks to converge the two courses of Humane Letters and Studio Art at a crossroad: to... Read More »