Kiann Mapes, our Senior VP of Talent, had the chance to visit with students and faculty at Benedictine College recently, to share information on careers in K-12 classical education at Great Hearts Academies. Whether she is connecting with a graduating senior who is looking to solidify plans for a first job, or a sophomore or junior who may have not considered a career in teaching before, Kiann loves to share her perspective on how rewarding it is to cultivate the hearts and the minds of students towards truth, goodness, and beauty. While on campus, Kiann especially enjoyed visiting with Benedictine students who are Great Hearts alumni! Kiann is pictured here with Tatiana and Kateri Tawney from Veritas Preparatory Academy, Magdalyn Scarpino and Leah Burke from Great Hearts Northern Oaks, and Rita Maza from Chandler Preparatory Academy! Interested in exploring careers at Great Hearts? Please visit our Careers website today! www.GreatHeartsCareers.org
Great Hearts Academies
Education Administration Programs
Phoenix, Arizona 7,895 followers
Classical Education. Revolutionary Schools.
About us
Since its inception, Great Hearts has been on a mission to become a national leader in public charter schools. We work tirelessly to ensure our students receive an outstanding classical liberal arts education. Our program is anchored in exceptional teaching from the best in the profession and the support of committed families who make each school a thriving community. Today, we serve more than 25,000 students at 45 academies across Arizona, Louisiana, and Texas as well as through our online academies. From our humble beginnings as a single entity in rented space, we have become Arizona’s largest not-for-profit charter school network, the largest “brick and mortar” classical education provider in the country, and we are excited about working with new partners to extend this education to eager students nationwide. We gladly prepare our graduates for success in the best universities in the nation, but our main purpose is the formation of the soul, heart, and mind. We believe that the highest goal of education is to become good, intellectually and morally.
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- Industry
- Education Administration Programs
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2002
- Specialties
- Public Education, Charter School Management, K-12 Education, Classical, Liberal Arts Education, STEM Education, and Liberal Arts
Locations
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701 N 44th St
Phoenix, Arizona 85008, US
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12500 San Pedro Ave
Suite 500
San Antonio, Texas 78216, US
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11801 Bluebonnet Blvd
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70810, US
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1212 Corporate Dr
Irving, Texas 75038, US
Employees at Great Hearts Academies
Updates
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Terri Monteverdi, headmaster at Great Hearts Invictus Upper School, first sought out Great Hearts as a parent when looking for a school for her children, and after adding them to the waitlist for three different campuses, she also decided to apply for teaching positions. Though she had a rich career in education prior to Great Hearts, she initially joined Great Hearts Forest Heights as a teaching apprentice, then 5th Grade Lead, and in 2022 became Assistant Headmaster. Mrs. Monteverdi credits mentors Paul Gustowski, Jennifer Ramirez, and Jason Doughty as integral to her professional growth, and alongside working full-time, she has been actively engaged in coursework for a master’s degree in education, to be complete in August 2024. After that, she will understandably take a pause on formal academic studies, but she intends to continue classical studies more informally, stating, “There are always more books to read!” Looking forward to her new(ish) role as Headmaster for Invictus Upper, Mrs. Monteverdi shared, “Being part of the administration of Forest Heights as we opened the new upper school campus in 2022 has given me insight into the challenges that lie ahead at Invictus. Just as the talented and dedicated team at Great Hearts Forest Heights have forged a path to excellence, I have no doubt that the Invictus Highlanders will meet with the same success.” She looks forward to the partnership with Invictus Lower Headmaster Leah Hammond, and finds fulfillment in “the opportunity to help shape the education of students while nurturing their curiosity and fostering a deep love of the classical tradition." Seeking a path to leadership for yourself in the classical liberal arts? Grow with Great Hearts! Apply today! https://lnkd.in/g3uF39sd
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In observance of Sandra Day O'Connor Civics Celebration Day, Archway Veritas - a Great Hearts Academy engaged their elementary students in a series of mock trials to deepen their understanding of the court system. This fun and interactive activity brought civics to life. #greathearts #veritas #mocktrial #sandradayoconnor #civics
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Sir Jonathan Bate, a Regents Professor at Arizona State University, is a returning keynote speaker at the 2025 National Symposium for Classical Education, hosted by Great Hearts Institute on February 10-21, 2025, at the Tempe Mission Palms Hotel and Conference Center in Arizona. #greathearts #greatheartsinstitute #keynote #nationalsymposiumforclassicaleducation #cultivatingwonder
Sir Jonathan Bate Announced as Keynote Speaker at the 2025 National Symposium for Classical Education | Great Hearts America
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As Hurricane Helene left devastation across communities in the South, a team from Arizona, including Safety Resource Officer (SRO) Drew from Great Hearts Roosevelt, responded to the urgent needs of affected communities and they are now in Florida helping with evacuation efforts before Hurricane Milton hits. Join Great Hearts as our thoughts are with the victims, their families, the first responders, and the brave volunteers like Officer Drew, who are working tirelessly to ensure the safety of those in harm’s way. #greathearts #roosevelt #sro #help #hurricanehelene #hurricanemilton
Great Hearts Roosevelt’s Officer Drew Aids Hurricane Victims | Great Hearts America
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Great Hearts cross-country and track athletes from across Arizona competed in the prestigious 18th Annual Desert Twilight at Toka Sticks Golf Course in Mesa. With over 6,000 runners and 19 different races, our runners gave it their all under the night sky. #greathearts #deserttwilight #running #excellenceinathletics
Great Hearts Academies Shine in the 2024 Desert Twilight Race | Great Hearts America
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Angela Paula Apolonio is currently working as an Exceptional Student Services (ESS) Coordinator at Archway Scottsdale through a cultural exchange program. Originally from the Philippines, she is teaching in the U.S. on a J-1 Visa, which provides foreign nationals like her the opportunity to participate in educational and cultural programs. #greathearts #archway #scottsdale #international #culturalexchange #ess
Angela Paula Apolonio is Bridging Cultures Through Education at Archway Scottsdale | Great Hearts America
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October's Student Newscast is here! Our anchors from Scottsdale Prep have the biggest stories from around the network, including: Great Hearts Harveston, Scottsdale Prep, Arete Prep, Great Hearts Forest Heights, Archway North Phoenix, Trivium Prep, and Great Hearts Catalyst.
Great Hearts, Great Stories Student Newscast: October 2024
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The Theater Program at Scottsdale Prep is celebrating a milestone this year with its 10th anniversary, and the star of the season is none other than the musical classic, “The Wizard of Oz.” The cast and crew have worked tirelessly to prepare for the performances which premiered on October 3rd, but there's still two chances to see it on stage - October 4th at 7:00 PM and a matinee performance on October 5th at 2:00 PM at Scottsdale Prep’s Performing Arts Theater. Tickets are available online and at the door. #greathearts #scottsdaleprep #theater #drama #10years #wizardofoz #followtheyellowbrickroad
“Follow the Yellow Brick Road” to Scottsdale Prep's Theater Production | Great Hearts America
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As Thomas Taylor has begun his first year as headmaster at Archway North Phoenix, his unexpected career shift from P.E. teacher to school leader shows just how adaptable and committed he is to his students. With a strong foundation from previous leadership and mentors, and a vision to further enhance the school’s community, Taylor is excited for what the future holds for the school and the legacy he will help build. #greathearts #archway #northphoenix #npx #headmaster #vision #community #physicaleducation #leadership
Headmaster Thomas Taylor is Continuing a Legacy at Archway North Phoenix | Great Hearts America
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