October 27th, 2026 | Events
The Power of Community | Arete Scholars Augusta SocialArete Scholars’ Augusta Social brought together donors, school and community leaders, and students at The Patch to celebrate the power of educational opportunity across the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA). The gathering highlighted how investing in students strengthens families, schools, and the broader community, reinforcing Arete’s mission to help every child reach their greatest potential.
Read MoreOctober 26th, 2026 | Advisory Board
Tom Simms, Louisiana Advisory Board MemberThrough decades of professional leadership and community service in Shreveport, Tom has remained committed to strengthening the community and creating opportunities for others. As a member of Arete Scholars’ Louisiana Advisory Board, he brings that same commitment to education, believing every child deserves access to opportunities that can shape their future, regardless of their family’s financial circumstances.
Read MoreOctober 20th, 2026 | Students & Alumni
A Future Filled with Possibility: How Arete Scholars Is Helping Paris ThriveFor Donna, an Arete Scholars scholarship has made it possible for her daughter, Paris, to continue attending Evangel Christian Academy, where she is growing academically, discovering her talents, and preparing for her future. As a single parent, Donna has found financial relief and peace of mind through the scholarship, while Paris has gained confidence, leadership experience, and a supportive school community that encourages her to pursue her dream of becoming a diagnostic medical sonographer. Their story highlights how donor generosity opens doors to educational opportunities and helps students reach their full potential.
Read MoreOctober 14th, 2026 | Students & Alumni
A Foundation of Faith, a Future Full of PossibilityAngie’s family’s journey with Arete Scholars shows the power of faith, educational opportunity, and community support. After years of working to provide their five children with a Christian education, Arete scholarships helped them stay at East Side Christian School, where they receive the academic support, encouragement, and mentorship they need to thrive. Today, Angie’s children are growing in confidence, overcoming learning challenges, and discovering their God-given potential, showing how donor generosity can make a lasting difference in a family’s future.
Read MoreOctober 9th, 2026 | Our Team
Meet Lee, Senior Director of ProgramsAs Arete Scholars’ Senior Director of Programs, Lee is passionate about helping students and families reach their full potential. Shaped by a family of educators and a lifelong belief in education's power, Lee brings a personal connection to Arete’s mission: opening doors to opportunity and helping every child fulfill their purpose.
Read MoreSeptember 24th, 2026 | Advisory Board
Joe Giglio, Louisiana Advisory Board MemberWith nearly five decades of legal experience and a long record of service across Acadiana, Joe Giglio, a member of Arete Scholars' Louisiana Advisory Board, supports Arete because he believes every child deserves access to a quality education, regardless of their family's financial circumstances.
Read MoreSeptember 21st, 2026 | Students & Alumni
Growing, Leading and Thriving: The Impact of an Arete ScholarshipFor Kimberly, an Arete Scholarship has given her children more than access to a school. It has allowed each of them to learn in an environment where they can be supported, challenged, and encouraged to grow. With six children currently receiving scholarships and two more who have graduated with Arete’s support, Kimberly has seen firsthand how educational choice can shape a child’s academic journey, confidence, and future. From helping her sons receive the specialized support they needed to overcome challenges with dyslexia to watching her daughters step into leadership roles, Kimberly says Arete has helped create opportunities for each of her children to thrive.
Read MoreSeptember 16th, 2026 | Students & Alumni
Following His Curiosity: How Branson Turned Questions into a CareerFrom his days as an Arete Scholar at Vandebilt Catholic High School to earning an electrical engineering degree from LSU and starting a career protecting the power grid, Branson has followed his curiosity at every step. Now, as he begins his professional journey and joins Arete’s Alumni Board as an Arete Alumni Advocate, he is using his experiences to give back, grow as a leader, and encourage the next generation of scholars to discover where their own interests can take them.
Read MoreSeptember 10th, 2026 | Advisory Board
Barry Feinstein, Georgia Advisory Board MemberAs a member of Arete Scholars’ Georgia Advisory Board, Barry Feinstein is passionate about expanding educational opportunities and helping students overcome barriers to reach their full potential. Inspired by Arete’s mission and the lasting impact education can have on families and communities, Barry brings his commitment to supporting Georgia’s youth to the work he does with Arete.
Read MoreAugust 27th, 2026 | Students & Alumni
Growing Together: Three Siblings Discovering Who They’re Meant to BeFor Stephanie, watching Liam, Leah, and Levi grow up at Lithonia Adventist Academy has been about more than seeing their grades improve—it has been about watching three children become confident, curious, and faith-filled young people. With the support of an Arete scholarship, the siblings have had the opportunity to remain in a school community that nurtures both their academic goals and their faith, while experiences through Arete RISE have given them new opportunities to explore, connect, and grow beyond the classroom.
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