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September 2nd, 2025  |  Announcements, Our Team, Our Values

Arete Scholars: 15 Years of Impact. A Lifetime of Opportunity.

This school year marks 15 years of Arete Scholars—a journey defined by courage, generosity, and a relentless belief that every child deserves the opportunity to reach their God-given potential. Since 2010, Arete has awarded nearly 25,000 scholarships worth more than $100 million, helping families break the cycle of poverty and creating pathways to success.

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January 20th, 2025  |  Our Values

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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July 1st, 2021  |  Our Values

What's in a name?

To achieve arete is to become the person you were intended to be, to walk purposefully in the path before you. Learn more about our strange name and how it shapes our mission HERE.

June 4th, 2020  |  Our Values

For such a time as this

“If there is no struggle, there is no progress.” (Frederick Douglass)

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September 1st, 2018  |  Our Values

Arete: What's in a Name?

For us, Arete is more than a tag on logos and letterhead.

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