As the third quarter flies by, we are reminded that in a few short months our beloved Seniors will complete their studies at Great Hearts Irving and commence to new, great adventures. While this year has stolen many opportunities for our first graduating class to participate in senior traditions, we are able to send them on a senior trip to the Texas Hill Country next month. We are asking your help in raising funds for their trip! We have partnered with a local plant nursery to cultivate and beautify your garden while simultaneously supporting our first senior class. You can find more information on the plants available, prices, and ordering information at the link below.

Below are announcements and important upcoming dates. We look forward to a wonderful week, and, as always, please reach out to me with your questions.

Yours in Partnership,

Michael Cowan

Headmaster, Upper School

Great Hearts Irving

February 8-10 | 7th Grade Health Screening for Students On Campus

February 14 | Senior Flower Sale Ends

February 15 | Presidents Day - No School

February 16 | Spirit Night at Chipotle

February 19 | Full Day Friday (afternoon carline begins at 3:35pm)

February 22 | Lunch with the College Counselor

February 23 | 9th & 10th Grade Introduction to College Night

Join us at Chipotle on 635 & Belt Line Rd. Tuesday, February 16th between 5 and 9pm for Spirit Night! See the flyer below for how to make your orders count toward GHI.

And don't forget to send your students to school in Spirit Wear T-Shirts on Wednesday! 

Please consider buying a few flats of flowers to both cultivate your garden and support our first graduating class! Use the link below for more information! Orders are due no later than February 14th, and will be delivered in March!

On February 22^nd, parents are invited to join Mrs. Fitzgerald, Director of GHTX College Counseling, for the monthly virtual lunch about all things college. This month's topic is finding the right college fit. Parents will learn more about how to support their student in effective ways to research colleges and tips for determining academic and financial fit. After a short presentation, Mrs. Fitzgerald will take questions. Please RSVP HERE. A Zoom link will be sent 24 hours before the event.

Freshmen and Sophomore students and their parents are invited to attend our Introduction to College Night on Tuesday, February 23 at 6:30pm. Topics will include the value of summer programs, college visits, the importance of building a resume, standardized testing, and how college counselors will support college bound students and their families throughout high school. Please let us know you are coming by filling out this RSVP form. A Zoom link will be sent out 24 hours before the event.

If you would like your middle school child to receive tutoring either in person or online, please complete an interest form below.

Questions can be sent to Ms. Wheelock (celeste.wheelock@greatheartsiriving.org).

The Spring Soccer Schedules are now posted on the athletics website!

Visit the athletics page often for all updates on Mustang Athletics. Contact our Athletic Director, Gary Gray, with questions (gary.gray@greatheartsirving.org).

Spirit Event at Our Place

Our Place has generously offered to donate a percentage of all proceeds from Great Hearts families through the end of the school year! Simply drop your receipts from dine-in and carry-out orders into the GHI Box and enjoy your meal! Find more details on the flyer below!

If you or someone you know has interest in applying, please use the links above to complete an online application today! Please reach out to careers@greatheartsamerica.org with any questions!