January 20th, 2025  |  Our Values, School Choice

Honoring Dr. King’s Legacy: Advancing Equality Through Education

Martin Luther King Jr. Day reminds us of Dr. King’s enduring vision for equality, particularly in ensuring that all children have access to quality education regardless of their background. While historic milestones like Brown v. Board of Education have progressed, many families still face barriers to educational opportunities today. Continuing Dr. King’s fight for equality means breaking down these barriers and empowering every child to thrive.

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January 6th, 2025  |  Our Team

Arete Employee Spotlight: Building Community with Passion and Purpose

Arete is celebrating its team this year by spotlighting outstanding members who make a meaningful impact in the community. This month, the focus is on Shelley, Arete's passionate Community Engagement Director. Since joining in July 2023, Shelley has built strong connections with families, inspired by their stories of perseverance, while bringing people together through impactful events. A proud mom, grandma, and avid adventurer, Shelley’s warmth and dedication light up Arete every day.

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December 23rd, 2024  |  Schools & Faculty, Students & Alumni

Spreading Joy and Kindness: Arete Toy Drive

The holiday season is about joy, giving, and compassion. At Arete, we embrace the magic of this time by spreading smiles and supporting those who need it most.

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December 16th, 2024  |  Schools & Faculty, School Choice, Students & Alumni

Family Sacrifice and Education: A Legacy Passed Down

For Whitney and her family, the Arete scholarship has been a lifeline, enabling her children—Sadie, Lawson, and Berkley—to thrive at Victory Baptist School in Loganville, Georgia. Rooted in faith and a legacy of sacrifice, the family treasures the school’s nurturing community and values-centered education, which align closely with their beliefs. With Arete’s support, Whitney and her husband can provide their children with the tools to succeed academically and spiritually, a blessing they deeply cherish.

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December 16th, 2024  |  Schools & Faculty, School Choice

Arete Scholars Celebrates 200th Partner School in Louisiana

Holy Trinity Academy in Schriever, Louisiana, offers a classical Catholic education that combines academic excellence with spiritual and character formation. Launched in 2023, the school emphasizes small class sizes, virtue development, and a technology-free learning environment rooted in Catholic tradition. As Arete Scholars’ 200th partner school in Louisiana, Holy Trinity will welcome its first scholarship students next year, providing families with access to a holistic, values-driven education.

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December 10th, 2024  |  Partners, Schools & Faculty, Students & Alumni

A Heartwarming Night with Arete Families at the Atlanta Gladiators Game

On Sunday, the Atlanta Gladiators and our generous friends at Gas South gifted 19 Arete families an unforgettable evening at Gas South Arena. It wasn’t just about hockey but about connection, joy, and building memories that will last a lifetime.

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November 25th, 2024

Embracing Gratitude: Celebrating the Season of Thanks

During this season of thanks, the Arete team had the incredible privilege of visiting schools to share our gratitude with the families we serve. Each visit was filled with warmth, kindness, and a deep sense of community.

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November 21st, 2024  |  School Choice, Students & Alumni

School Choice Empowers Family to Align Education with Their Values

Mordy and his wife have built a life centered on faith, community, and family in Atlanta's bustling Toco Hills neighborhood. As parents of seven children, five of whom are recipients of Arete scholarships, Mordy's story is a testament to the transformative power of school choice and its profound impact on both individual students and entire families.

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November 8th, 2024  |  School Choice, Students & Alumni

A Teacher's Journey: A Story of Support and Gratitude

For Angel, life is busy but fulfilling. As a mother of two daughters and a first-grade teacher at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic School in Monroe, Louisiana, Angel’s days are filled with lesson plans, classroom activities, and helping her daughters navigate their academic and personal lives.

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October 30th, 2024  |  Announcements, Events, Partners

Leadership Academy Scholarship at WWII Museum

Arete Scholars has partnered with our friends at The National WWII Museum to offer a scholarship to their unique summer leadership program in New Orleans.

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