September 18th, 2020  |  Schools & Faculty

Making huge gains

Every one of our schools, families, and students mean the world to us — they all help put a joyful face on this work of ours. Still, there are some who find their way quickly and deeply into our hearts. That’s Thrive Academy in Atlanta. New Arete scholar, Montraviois, is off to a great start in this new year of learning and is making huge gains in reading!

September 17th, 2020  |  Schools & Faculty

Back to school smiles

So many great schools (more than 200!) doing great work with our Arete scholars. These four smiling faces just kicked off a new year with new opportunities to learn, grow and thrive at Heritage Academy Augusta. Have a great year Keinan, Kennedy, Carter, and Elijah!

September 15th, 2020  |  Schools & Faculty, Students & Alumni

Changing lives one at a time

Simply put, these scholarships you help us grant are changing lives. Jesus the Good Shepherd (Monroe, LA) principal, Mrs. Patrick, shares these kind and encouraging words…

“[Emory] and her three siblings enrolled at our school this year with Arete and they are all wonderful students. … They adore our school and they all tell me thank you at least once per day for allowing them the opportunity to attend our school. We are lucky to have them… You are truly making a difference one child at a time!”

September 14th, 2020  |  Partners

Education outside the classroom

A new school year and lots of new opportunities to learn and grow. Can’t believe it’s been nearly five years since our first Intern for a Day experience with our partners at the Atlanta Falcons. Let’s do it again!

September 8th, 2020  |  School Choice

School choice for the win

It’s pretty simple really. We believe decisions about a child’s education are best left to those who know the child best. School choice programs empower parents — regardless of zip code and income levels — to choose the best school for their children.

July 20th, 2020

Board selects new CEO

The Arete Scholars Fund Board of Directors is pleased to announce the selection of Jim Smith as the its new president.

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July 3rd, 2020  |  Our Team

Arete Scholars president steps aside

Cofounder Derek Monjure is stepping aside as president after 10 years.

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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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March 31st, 2019  |  Students & Alumni

Arete alum reaches for the stars

Arete alum Kennedy Watson personifies the spirit of arete — excellent student, leader, tutor, philanthropist, May grad at Howard University, and future doctor.

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February 13th, 2019  |  Events

Fighting for a better education

Brawl for a Cause brings unique opportunity to raise awareness for Arete Scholars.

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