| FRIDAY FLASH | April 17, 2026 | | | |
Here are a few important reminders about upcoming events at Trivium Prep. Please visit our website, www.triviumprep.org, for more information.
The latest Friday Flash newsletters can always be found on our website under
Parent Resources->Latest News.
Upcoming Events:
| | | Friday, April 17 | Last Day to Purchase Tickets for Spring Formal on May 2 | | April 20-24 | Spring Spirit Week
Monday - Camo Day
Tuesday - USA Day
Wednesday - Sports/Jersey Day
Thursday - Musical Theater Pirate Day
Friday - Purple Star/Spirit Day
See below for details | | Tuesday, April 21 | Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast, 8:30 AM, Archway MPR
RSVP by April 14 | | April 22 or May 6 | CLEP Exams offered at Trivium Prep
Register at least 1 week before exam | | Thursday, April 23 | Purple Star Student Breakfast, 7 AM, Library | | April 23-25 | Trivium Musical Theater presents "Hadestown," 7pm, Trivium stage
Tickets at the Door (Cash Only)
$5 students/$10 adults
New! Donate to Concessions
Volunteer for Concessions | | Friday, April 24 | Half Day Dismissal, R&R Weekend
Middle School Dismissal, 11:50 AM
High School Dismissal, 12:10 PM
*Purple Up! Day* | | Friday, April 24 | Art Walk, 4:30-6:30 PM | | Monday, April 27 | No School: R&R Weekend | | Monday, April 27 | Middle School Social at Main Event Avondale, 1-5 PM
Purchase Ticket by 4/26 | | Friday, May 1 | 11th Grade Drama Performances (during school day) | | Friday, May 1 | 12th Grade College Decision Day | | Saturday, May 2 | Spring Formal for Juniors/Seniors, No tickets sold at the door | | May 4-8 | Teacher Appreciation Week
Donate Drinks/Desserts | | Tuesday, May 5 | Half Day Dismissal
MS: 11:50AM, HS 12:10 PM
(Archway Concert Day) | | | |
2025-26 Academic Calendar
Join us in cheering on the Crimson Knights!
Trivium Prep Athletics Calendar
Reminders:
Ordering is Now Open January-May Hot Lunch! See below for ordering information. We need you! Volunteer in the lunch room
Save the Date for these End-of-year Events:
May 6-11 - 12th Grade Finals
May 6 - 6th, 9th/10th Choral Concerts
May 9 - Sports Physicals
May 11 - Senior Dinner (Ticketed event)
May 12 - 12th Grade Drama Performances (during school day)
May 12 - Spring Sports Awards Night
May 13 - 7th Grade Recorder Concert
May 14 - 8th Grade Promotion (Ticketed event)
May 15 - Graduation (Ticketed event)
May 18-21 - Finals
May 19-21 - Half Day Dismissal (11:50am MS, 12:10pm HS)
May 21 - Last Day of School
End of Year Information:
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Contact Information
Trivium Prep Main Office: (623) 866-4730
Attendance Line: (623) 209-0604
Website: www.triviumprep.org
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Spring Spirit Week - April 20-24
Spring Spirit Week is coming to Trivium Prep! All Trivium Prep 6th-12th grade students are invited to show their CRIMSON KNIGHT pride during Spirit Week! Follow each day's theme below to show your school spirit! Please note, on all spirit days, uniform dress code remains in effect unless specifically stated otherwise.
Students may wear non-uniform tennis shoes AND socks of any color all week! (Please note: Crocs, Slippers, or Sandals are NOT allowed). See flyer for other guidelines or reach out to the Student Deans with questions.
Monday - Camo Day - Dress up in your best camouflage gear
Tuesday - USA Day - Celebrate patriotism by wearing red, white, and blue
Wednesday - Sports/Jersey Day - Wear a jersey supporting your favorite sports team (uniform bottoms required).
Thursday - Musical Theater Pirate Day - Dress like a pirate to support "Hadestown." See flyer for details.
Friday - Purple Star/Spirit Day - Suppor military families by wearing a plan purple shirt or Trivium Spirit Wear (uniform bottoms required).
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Purchase Spring Formal Tickets by April 17
Trivium Prep Spring Formal is Saturday, May 2 from 7-10 PM at the Verrado Golf Club (4242 N. Golf Dr, Buckeye). Spring Formal is for Juniors and Seniors only.
Purchase tickets by Monday, April 17. Tickets are NOT available at the door.
Guest Forms were due by April 10.
Ticket purchase includes entrance to dance, dessert, drinks, and photos.
All guests (Trivium and non-Trivium) must present student ID at dance entrance. Follow the link below for detailed dress code/policies.
Spring Formal Dress Code/Details/Tickets
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Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast - Tuesday, April 21, 8:30 AM
We love our volunteers! As a thank you to anyone who has volunteered your time and talents to Archway Trivium/Trivium Prep this year, we invite you to join us for Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast on Tuesday, April 21, at 8:30 AM in the Archway MPR. Please celebrate and join us for our appreciation breakfast! Young children are welcome.
RSVP online
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Purple Star Breakfast/Purple Up! Day
April is the Month of the Military Child. As a Purple Star school, we honor military families and militaryr-connected students in our community.
All K-12th military-connected scholars are invited to join us for our Quarter 4 Purple Star student breakfast on Thursday, April 23, at 7am in the library. Archway Trivium and Trivium Prep are a part of the Purple Star School program in partnership with Luke Air Force Base. Students in families who are active duty, guard, reserve, veterans or current GS employees are welcome to attend. Please reach out to Mrs. Sullenger with any questions at lsullenger@triviumprep.org.
Additionally, students and staff are invited to show their support for military-related children on Friday, April 24 for Purple Up! Day by wearing a purple shirt with their uniform. Students may also wear a Spirit Wear shirt on this day.
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Trivium Prep Musical Theater presents "Hadestown" - April 23-25
Join us for the High School Musical Theater's production of "Hadestown" on the Trivium Stage!
Tickets will be sold at the door for cash only: $5 for students and $10 for adults. There is no online pre-sale. Children 5 and under are free. Concessions and Fan Mail will be available for purchase before the show and during intermission. The production is open seating in the gym. Doors open 30 minutes before showtime. We hope you will join us!
Showtimes:
- Thursday, April 23 at 7pm
- Friday, April 24 at 7pm
- Saturday, April 25 at 7pm
New! The Musical Theater program is looking for donations and volunteers for the concession stand. Follow the links below to sign up.
Donate to Concessions
Volunteer for the Concession Stand
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Trivium Prep Art Walk - Friday, April 24, 4:30-6:30pm
The Trivium Prep Art Walk will take place on Friday, April 24 from 4:30-6:30pm in the Trivium Prep MPR. Student artwork from throughout the school year (both semesters) will be on display during this open-house event. All are welcome to attend! Admission is free; enter campus from the south student entrance.
Students currently enrolled in art class (semester 2) should plan to attend at some point during the evening. There will be student musical performances and prizes will be awarded to the most outstanding works. Attendees can vote for the People’s Choice Award.
Please reach out to your student's art teacher with any questions.
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Middle School Social at Main Event - Monday, April 27, 1-5 PM
Join us for a Middle School Social Event at Main Event on Monday, April 27, from 1:00pm to 5:00pm (there is no school on this day). This event is for 4 hours, and for the price of $30 it includes play time for bowling (private lanes for our event, plus shoes), gravity ropes, laser tag, billiards, & shuffle board. This also includes a playing card for 1 hour for arcade games, plus 2 slices of pizza and a drink. The pizza will be served between 2:00pm-3:00pm.
All Middle School students are invited, plus any younger siblings and family. Price is for each student. Parents are welcome to attend, but if interested in playing, then you must purchase adult tickets/game options directly with Main Event.
Middle School students can be dropped off, but must be picked up by 5:15pm. Young siblings must be accompanied by an adult. If you have any questions, please email triviumsocialms@gmail.com.
Register Now for the Middle School Social
Main Event: 10315 W. McDowell Rd. Avondale, AZ 85392
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Sign up to Support Teacher Appreciation Week - May 4-8
Our teachers have gone above and beyond all year. Join us in celebrating our outstanding faculty during Teacher Appreciation Week, May 4th-8th. PSO will provide meals each day of this week and we need your help through drink and dessert donations each day. We serve about 100 staff members. Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Drop off your donated items at the school's front office between 7:30 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. each day and remember to label items 'Prep Teacher Appreciation Week.' Thank you for your continued support. ~ PSO
Donate Drinks or Desserts for Teacher Appreciation Week
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Trivium Prep Spring Concerts
Spring Concerts are coming in May! Only scholars who are in music class this semester participate in Spring Concerts. This is a wonderful celebration of our music program at Trivium Prep. We look forward to seeing you there!
Wednesday, May 6 - 6th, 9th/10th Choir Concerts
Summit Community Church, 20555 W Roosevelt St, Buckeye, AZ 85326
- 6th Grade Concert - 5:30pm (Students arrive a 4:30pm)
- 9th/10th Grade Concert - 7:15pm (Students arrive at 6pm)
Wednesday, May 13 - 7th Grade Recorder Concert
Trivium Stage/Outdoor Courtyard
- 7th Grade Recorder Concert - 7:30pm (Students arrive at 6pm)
Concert dress will be communicated by your student's music teacher. Please reach out to them with any questions.
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Sports Physicals for the 2026-27 Athletic Season
Sports physicals will be offered for Trivium Prep athletes on Saturday, May 9 from 8-11am in the Trivium Prep MPR. Please sign up for a time slot. A suggested donation of $20 will go towards our athletic training supplies.
Follow the links below to sign up!
Sign up for a timeslot
Make suggested donation
Print/Complete AIA Physical Form before May 9
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Now Hiring ESS Team Members - Spread the Word!
Our Exceptional Student Services (ESS) team is looking for great-hearted individuals to join our staff! Positions include ESS Coordinator, ESS Teacher, or ESS Aide. If you or someone you know is interested, please apply online or reach out to our ESS Lead, Marie Hager, at mhager@triviumprep.org with any questions. Positions are open immediately or you may apply for the 26-27 school year. We look forward to hearing from you!
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Seeking PSO Board Members and Leads for the 26-27 School Year
We are looking for parents to join our PSO Board or serve as Snack Bar or Restaurant Night lead next year. This is a great way to get involved in our community. Email our PSO President, Alicia Torres at psopresident@triviumprep.org to learn more! We look forward to hearing from you!
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Purchase a Trivium Knight Tumbler and Support the PSO
The PSO is selling this Senso Venture Duo Flow 30 oz Vacuum Insulated Stainless Steel Travel Tumbler in black with the Trivium Knight Logo for $25. These make great gifts! Purchase for your student or for yourself! Once purchased, you will get a notice once the tumbler is ready to be picked up at the front office.
Purchase your Trivium Knight Tumbler
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Southwest Ballet Theatre presents Coppelia
See your fellow Trivium students perform in the comedic ballet Coppélia April 24-26 at Estrella Mountain Community College. This story of love, mischief, and mechanical wonders will entertain audiences of all ages.
Teachers can receive up to two discounted tickets using promo code Teachers25 in the promo box at checkout. You will be asked to present your school ID to the Usher.
Southwest Ballet Theatre Presents: Coppélia
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Looking Ahead - Important Dates for the 2026-27 School Year
The academic calendar for the 2026-27 school year is now available on our website. Here is a summary of "Important Dates" for the upcoming 2026-27 school year.
*Please note the new school hours for Middle School and High School listed on the calendar (linked below).
Student Orientation: Tuesday, August 4, 2026
First Day of School: Thursday, August 6, 2026
Fall Break: October 2-9, 2026
In-service/Conference Days: Thursday/Friday, October 15-16, 2026
Winter Break: Friday, December 18-Friday, January 1, 2027
Spring Break: March 8-12, 2027
Last Day of School: May 20, 2027
View Trivium Prep 2026-27 Calendar
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Hot Lunch Ordering Now Open - Sign up Now to Volunteer!
My Hot Lunchbox is excited for another great year of delivering school lunch!
Order Hot Lunch Online
Spring 2026 Vendors:
- Monday: Raising Cane's
- Tuesday: NYPD Pizza
- Wednesday: Chick-fil-A
- Thursday: Freddy's
- Friday: Firehouse Subs
If you are a first-time customer, visit the My Hot Lunchbox website to create your free account. Families with students at Archway Trivium and Trivium Prep should create only ONE account per family.
Important Note: You will need to update your profile with the student's grade for the current school year in the "My Profiles" section before ordering.
If you have any questions, please review the Parent Lunch FAQ or contact My Hot Lunchbox at (888) 894-8295 or by email at info@myhotlunchbox.com. Ordering is easy! Follow the link below to get started or visit the PSO Lunch page on the school website for more information.
The Trivium Lunch Program is entirely managed and distributed by our Parent Service Organization volunteers. This program is open to all students, faculty, and staff at Trivium.
Volunteer in the Lunch Room
Sign up as a volunteer to help distribute lunches and receive free lunch from My Hot Lunchbox! (Volunteer clearance is required to volunteer). We will be awarding a $5 a day/per person credit to each school. All credits will be applied at the end of each month. Please email our lunch coordinator at psolunch@archwaytrivium.org if you have any questions regarding the credits. Thank you for helping to make the lunch program a success at our school!
Volunteer to Serve Hot Lunch
As a reminder: The front office does not accept food deliveries for students from restaurants/third-party vendors. Students must bring a lunch from home or order through My Hot Lunchbox.
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Happy Birthday!
Join us in wishing "Happy Birthday" to the following Trivium Prep faculty and staff with recent/upcoming birthdays! Faculty Favorites lists are available on our website.
Erika Sims - Office Manager - Apr 2
Sharon Tan - ESS Assistant - Apr 5
Michael Johnson - Headmaster - Apr 9
Jessica Jacobs - 6th Art, 9th Poetry - Apr 10
Bhanu Kudapa - 7th Math - Apr 10
Brienne McDonald - Communications - Apr 12
Michelle Widowski - 6th Math - Apr 15
Christopher Kurtz - 10th Humane Letters - Apr 20
Laurence Bechu - High School French - Apr 21
Marjaan Khan - School Nurse - Apr 24
Justine Klewer - 10th Science - Apr 24
Alex Sullenger - 8th, 10 Math - Apr 24
John Dayton - 8th Latin - Apr 29
Corey Grable - 8th History - Apr 29
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Used Uniform Donations
Did you know there is a bin for uniform donations in the Trivium front office?
If you have used school uniforms that you no longer need, you are welcome to drop off items here anytime throughout the school year. They will used to support the PSO Uniform Exchange, the school health office and other needs. If you would like to receive a donation voucher for Dennis/Anton items, please hold onto your items and watch the Friday Flash for PSO Uniform Collection dates to be announced throughout the year. Thank you for supporting our school in this way!
| | | 2025-26 School Hours | 2025-26 Office Hours | | Monday/Tuesday/Thursday/Friday:
6th-8th Grades: 7:50 AM-3:15 PM
9th-12th Grades: 8:00 AM-2:35 PM (New HS Start Time) | Monday/Tuesday/Thursday/Friday:
7:30 AM-3:30 PM | | Wednesday (Early-Release):
6th-8th Grades: 7:50 AM-1:30 PM
9th-12th Grades: 8:00 AM-1:40 PM | Wednesday (Early-Release):
7:30 AM - 1:50 PM | | Half Days:
6th-8th Grades: 7:50 AM-11:50 AM
9th-12th Grades: 8:00 AM-12:10 PM | Half Days:
7:30 AM - 12:30 PM | | | |
You can find all school-wide communications on our website on the Latest School Updates page.
If you know of parents who are not receiving these communications, please ask them to check their junk/promotions email folders, and then email bmcdonald@triviumprep.org for assistance.
School Messenger Communication
Great Hearts and Trivium Prep continue to utilize the system School Messenger for emails, robo-calls, and text messaging to inform families of campus related academy emergencies and other communications. SchoolMessenger has a new automatic opt-in for text feature. During the registration/re-enrollment process families confirmed their wish to participate in text communications. Great Hearts will now automatically opt in contact information given during the registration/re-enrollment process with the options you selected. You will notice at the beginning of July you will be opted in for text messaging. If you would like to opt out of text messages simply reply STOP to the text from 67585. You can also enter the code 67585 with the message STOP to block any text messaging. Please note, if opting out, you will not receive texts regarding emergencies on campus.
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