February 13th, 2025 | Announcements
Win a Pair of Limited Edition Custom Arete VansArete Scholars proudly presents our "Walk A Mile in My Shoes" contest. This is an opportunity for Arete students to share their unique journeys and perspectives.
Read MoreFebruary 3rd, 2025 | Our Team
Arete Employee Spotlight: Empowering Families with Heart and DedicationFebruary's Employee spotlight focuses on Jason Choate. As Arete’s Director of Education Savings Accounts, Jason plays a key role in fostering strong relationships with the state and leading client support initiatives. Since joining the team in March 2024, he has been dedicated to empowering families on their education savings journeys through encouragement, recognition, and personalized guidance. Jason’s passion for helping others, combined with his dynamic spirit, makes him an invaluable asset to the Arete team.
Read MoreJanuary 29th, 2025 | Events
2025 Public Information Session in Jefferson ParishDuring the Public Information Session, you will have the chance to meet with Arete’s dedicated team and ask questions about eligibility. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about our mission and services.
Read MoreJanuary 27th, 2025 | Students & Alumni
Rachael’s Journey of Service: A Mother’s Commitment to Her Son’s FutureFor Rachael, a single mother from Lake Charles, Louisiana, service is more than a calling—it’s a way of life. As a member of the Army National Guard, she is not only building a career in electrical engineering but also modeling resilience and purpose for her young son, Jaxson. With the help of an Arete scholarship, Rachael has enrolled Jaxson at Hamilton Christian School, an institution known for its strong academics and faith-based community. There, Jaxson is thriving, receiving personalized attention and a moral foundation that echoes his mother’s values. Together, they embody the transformative power of dedication and opportunity.
Read MoreJanuary 24th, 2025 | School Choice, Students & Alumni
From Oppression to Opportunity: A Mother's Faith Fuels Her Son's FutureGelayol’s journey is one of faith, courage, and a series of miracles that brought her family from oppression in Iran to freedom in the United States. After escaping religious persecution and years as refugees in Turkey, Gelayol and her family resettled in Georgia, where they discovered the transformative power of education through an Arete scholarship. Now, her son Samuel is thriving at Solid Foundation Christian Academy, a faith-based school that provides him with the education and opportunities Gelayol always dreamed of. For Gelayol, raising Samuel is her life’s purpose—and with Arete’s support, she believes his future is as bright as the faith that has carried them through.
Read MoreJanuary 20th, 2025 | Our Values
Honoring Dr. King’s Legacy: Advancing Equality Through EducationMartin 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.
Read MoreJanuary 6th, 2025 | Our Team
Arete Employee Spotlight: Building Community with Passion and PurposeArete 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.
Read MoreDecember 23rd, 2024 | Schools & Faculty, Students & Alumni
Spreading Joy and Kindness: Arete Toy DriveThe 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.
Read MoreDecember 16th, 2024 | Schools & Faculty, School Choice, Students & Alumni
Family Sacrifice and Education: A Legacy Passed DownFor 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.
Read MoreDecember 16th, 2024 | Schools & Faculty, School Choice
Arete Scholars Celebrates 200th Partner School in LouisianaHoly 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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