October 24th, 2025 | Announcements, Events, Partners, Students & Alumni
FULL Scholarship to 2026 National WWII Museum Leadership AcademyArete Scholars partnered with The National WWII Museum to offer our students travel and access to their 2026 summer leadership program.
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Where Are They Now: Riley’s Dream to Give BackRiley, a 2023 graduate of Archbishop Chapelle High School and an Arete Scholar, is now a junior at Southeastern Louisiana University pursuing a degree in history with plans to become a teacher. Inspired by the educators who guided her, she hopes to return to Chapelle before continuing on to earn her master’s and doctorate. From building lifelong friendships in high school to finding confidence through her sorority in college, Riley credits her scholarship with making her education possible and shaping the path she is on today.
Read MoreOctober 17th, 2025 | Students & Alumni
A Life-Changing Opportunity: How One School Builds A Family’s ConfidenceWhen Jaclyn first heard about Crisp Academy, she never imagined it would be an option for her children. Living in Turner County, she assumed private school was out of reach until a friend told her about the Arete Scholars program. Skeptical but hopeful, she applied for the scholarship and was shocked when they were accepted. That moment changed everything. Moving from a public school to a Christian private school provided her children with a safe and nurturing environment in which they could grow academically, spiritually, and socially. Now, years later, Jaclyn sees the difference every day in their confidence, their love for learning, and their deepening faith. Crisp Academy has become more than just a school; it’s a community that has given them stability, opportunity, and hope for the future.
Read MoreOctober 14th, 2025 | Students & Alumni
Love, Faith, and a Door Opened: Logan’s Journey to PossibilityAt the heart of St. Augustine High School is a young man whose journey speaks to the quiet power of love, faith, and second chances. Logan, a freshman raised by his devoted grandmother, “Sweet Tea,” and single father, is learning to rise above adversity. With the support of family, school, and the life-changing Arete scholarship, Logan is not only finding his footing but thriving. His story is a testament to the transformative impact of opportunity—and the legacy of those who choose to believe in a child's future.
Read MoreSeptember 23rd, 2025 | Students & Alumni
Carrying Her Sister’s Wish: How One Aunt, One School, and One Scholarship Changed Everything for ReginaWhen Vicky was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, her greatest fear wasn’t for herself—it was for her daughter, Regina. She wanted her to have more than just a good education; she wanted her to be shaped in character, faith, and resilience. After Vicky’s passing, her sister Rachele stepped in to raise Regina and keep that wish alive. Thanks to an Arete scholarship, Regina attends St. Scholastica Academy, where faith, support, and grit have helped her navigate deep grief while building the confidence and skills she’ll carry for life.
Read MoreSeptember 22nd, 2025 | Students & Alumni
A Life-Changing Scholarship: How Arete Helped Asher and Ava Find Faith, Confidence, and HopeFor Ronald and Tracy, the Arete scholarship has been nothing short of life-changing. After years of struggling to find the right educational fit, they discovered Artios Academy of Sugar Hill, a school that aligned with their faith and values while offering the smaller, supportive environment their children needed. But it was Arete that made it possible for Asher and Ava to attend and thrive there. With this support, both children have grown in confidence, faith, and determination; discovering passions, pursuing dreams, and realizing that they are capable of more than they ever imagined. For them, Arete has provided more than access to education. It has provided hope, stability, and the assurance that their future is filled with possibilities.
Read MoreSeptember 18th, 2025 | Students & Alumni
Where Are They Now: Carlethia–Arete’s First ScholarAs the very first recipient of an Arete scholarship, Carlethia embodies the power of opportunity to change a life. Her journey from Savannah Christian Preparatory School to earning a degree in criminal justice and rising to Assistant Chief in community supervision reflects not only her resilience but also the ripple effect of support that began with one scholarship. Today, she carries forward the gift she once received by making a difference in the lives of others, proving that the impact of Arete extends far beyond the classroom.
Read MoreAugust 21st, 2025 | Students & Alumni
A New Chapter for Linus: Rediscovering the Joy of LearningAfter losing his love for learning in a public school setting, Linus found his way back to academic joy and confidence thanks to a life-changing opportunity at Ascension Christian School—made possible by an Arete scholarship. Guided by caring teachers and a community that believes in his potential, Linus has rediscovered his enthusiasm for education and begun to dream big again. His story is a powerful reminder of how the right support at the right time can spark lasting transformation in a child’s future.
Read MoreAugust 11th, 2025 | Partners, Students & Alumni
Gratitude and Growth: How ACT Prep Made College AffordableWhen Arete Scholars offered an ACT prep course through a partnership with Studyville, MaKensie saw it as the opportunity she’d been waiting for. With her Math score holding her back from reaching her college goals, the course gave her the structure, strategy, and support she needed, not only to raise her ACT score by four points but to qualify for a state scholarship and gain confidence in her academic future. Her experience shows just how impactful one opportunity can be.
Read MoreJuly 28th, 2025 | Students & Alumni
A Place Where Cole Can Thrive: Finding Hope and Confidence Through the Arete ScholarshipAfter struggling in a large public school classroom that couldn’t accommodate his ADHD, dyslexia, and dysgraphia, Cole is getting a fresh start this fall at St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic School. It will be his first year at a school designed to meet his unique needs. With smaller class sizes, individualized learning support, and a warm, welcoming environment, Cole is finally in a place where he can regain his confidence and thrive. Thanks to the Arete scholarship, his family can now access the kind of education that nurtures not only academic growth but also emotional and personal development.
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