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FRIDAY FLASH

September 27, 2024

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:

NOW OPEN

Order Hot Lunch


Volunteer in the Lunchroom

Tuesday, October 1

10th Grade Field Trip to GCU

Register Online

*Must Complete the REQUIRED GCU Waiver to attend

Tuesday, October 1

PSO Restaurant Night at MOD Pizza Goodyear - ALL DAY - 10:30 AM-10 PM

View Flyer

Thursday, October 3

*Trivium-wide Spirit Day*

Friday, October 4

No School: TVP Inservice

Sunday, October 6

Last Day to Purchase Zip-Up Hoodie Spirit Wear

Order Online

October 7-11

No School: Fall Break

Friday, October 11

Q1 Evaluations available in Powerschool Parent Portal by 5 PM

October 14-15

No School: Student-led Conferences

Thursday, Ocotober 17

Picture Retake Day

See below for details

Friday, October 18

7th Grade House Breakfast, 7 AM, MPR

Sign up to Contribute

Saturday, October 19

Trivium Homecoming Kickoff BBQ , 5:30 PM


All Families Invited

Purchase Tickets by 10/16

Saturday, October 19

Stargazing Party, 7-9 PM, Free

All families welcome!

October 21-25

Homecoming Spirit Week

Details Coming Soon!

Friday, October 25

Half Day Dismissal

MS: 11:50 AM, HS: 12:10 PM

Friday, October 25

Homecoming Football Game, 7 PM

Saturday, October 26

High School Homecoming Dance

Purchase Tickets

Save the Date for these upcoming events:


FFA Homecoming Kickoff BBQ and

Trivium Stargazing Party - October 19

Purchase Dinner Tickets

All families are invited! See below for details.


High School Homecoming Dance - October 26

Purchase Tickets


PSO Uniform Exchange - November 2

Details to Follow


2024-25 Academic Calendar


Join us in cheering on the Crimson Knights!

Trivium Prep Athletics Calendar

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Contact Information


Please make note of these important contact numbers:


Trivium Prep Main Office: (623) 866-4730

Attendance Line: (623) 209-0604

Website: www.triviumprep.org

Each week, our Middle School Assistant Headmaster, Mr. Dorion Simmons, shares practical tips for student success.


Middle School Accountability and Responsibility


Responsibility and Accountability are lifelong skills that we can absolutely become better at if we understand and practice them.

  • There is power and control associated with the ability to associate choices with consequences. Actions can have positive or negative consequences.
  • Scholars are in a unique position of responsibility as the responsibilities are shared with parents, teachers, and other adults in their lives. Helping a scholar to understand and take responsibility for their respective responsibility is key.
  • Mistakes are part of learning. As we navigate responsibility and accountability ensuring that we acknowledge and learn from them is more important for growth and maturation.

Trivium Prep Conferences - October 14-15

Trivium Prep student-led parent/teacher/student conferences will take place on October 14-15. You should have received an email in mid-September with a link to sign-up specifically for a conference time with your student's teachers. If you have not yet received communication regarding conference sign-ups, please check your spam folder and email Mrs. Sims at esims@triviumprep.org if you need assistance.

 

Student evaluations for the 1st Quarter will be available Friday, October 11, by 5 PM in the Powerschool Parent Portal.. You will be notified by email on when evaluations are ready to view.

 

After reviewing their evaluation, students should complete their Student Growth Plan and bring it with them to their conference or, if not attending conferences, to share with a teacher of their choice. Students should attend conferences in uniform. For more information about conferences, please visit our website:

 

https://triviumprep.greatheartsamerica.org/academics/conferences/


Quarter 1 Student Evaluations

6th-12th student evaluations for Quarter 1 will be available by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, October 11 in the Powerschool Parent PortalWe ask that parents please log on to the Parent Portal before the office closes for Fall Break to ensure that you are able to access your account to view your child's evaluations. Please refer to an email sent in August with your Portal setup instructions. The Portal will be opened temporarily for you to view your students' report card(s). You will be notified by email on October 11 when evaluations are ready to view.

 

  • If your child was a student at Archway Trivium last year, you will use the same login as last year.
  • If you have new students for the 2024-25 school year (example: returning 7th grader but a new 9th grader), you will see your new Trivium student added to your account with the same login.
  •  If you are new to Trivium Prep this year, you should have received instructions to setup your account. 

 

You can access the Powerschool Parent Portal website here. We have found that using Google Chrome or Firefox as your web browser is best. Please reach out to Erika Sims at ESims@triviumprep.org if you have any questions about your Powerschool Parent Portal account.


Register Now for the 10th Grade Field Trip on October 1

Our 10th Grade class will visit Grand Canyon University for a college tour on Tuesday, October 1. Please see below for important details and to register. The cost for the trip is $5. Please register your student below.


Important: All families must also complete the GCU Waiver in order to attend. If you haven't already done, so please do so now.


Click Here for Field Trip Info and Registration

Library Books Due by October 3

A quick reminder that all school library books are due back by Thursday, October 3. We want to ensure all library books are returned prior to fall break. Any questions, please contact the school librarian at jtinker@archwaytrivium.org

Lost & Found Reminder

Our Lost and Found is full of lunch boxes, water bottles, etc. Please remind your students to periodically check the Lost and Found for missing items. Lost and Found items are kept in the Prep breezeway near the faculty office or dean's office. Unclaimed items will be available during Conferences in the breezeway outside the MPR for parents to look through. After that time, these items will be donated.

Middle School Tennis Interest Form

Does your middle school scholar want to play tennis as a winter sport? Any scholars who didn't play tennis last year, but are interested in playing this year, please complete the interest form below by October 11. Please reach out to Coach Pluta with any questions.


Middle School Tennis Interest Form

PSO Night at MOD Pizza - Tuesday, October 1

Join us for our upcoming PSO restaurant night at MOD Pizza Goodyear on Tuesday, October 1. The restaurant is located at 1380 N Litchfield Rd, Suite K3, Goodyear, AZ 85395.Order anytime throughout the day (10:30 AM-10 PM) and 20% of sales will be donated to our school. Present the flyer below or mention Trivium Prep when ordering or order online using the code MODGIVES20.

Spirit Wear Zip-up Hoodie - Pre-order by October 6

Announcing the fall PSO Spirit Wear Sale! By popular demand, we are selling a zip-up hoodie. You can buy adult and youth sizes. This is pre-order only and no extra inventory will be stocked. Order by October 6. Delivery of product will be the week of Oct 21--in time for Homecoming Spirit Week! These make great holiday gifts! More info in the ordering link: https://bit.ly/PSOZipHoodie

Trivium Athletics - Upcoming Home Games

You are invited to join us in cheering on the Trivium Prep Crimson Knights Varsity Football and Volleyball teams are upcoming home games. This is a fun, family event and a great way to connect to our community. Tickets are $5 adults/$2 students and can be purchased online or at the door. We hope to see you there!


Upcoming Games:


9/30 - Lady Knights Volleyball, JV-5PM, Varsity-6PM, Theme: PJ Night


Volunteer at the Volleyball Snack Bar - Free Admission & $5 snack credit. Student volunteers also earn points for thier House!

School Picture Retake Day - Thursday, October 17

Retake Picture Day is scheduled for Oct. 17 in the morning.

  1. Students who were absent on the original picture day (or are new since Sept. 10): please plan to have your picture taken on Retake Day. We will call you out of class first thing in the morning. You do NOT need to sign up in order to have your picture taken.
  2. Students who ordered pictures from the original picture day and wish to have their picture re-done: bring your original picture packet to school on Retake Day and turn it in to the photographer as an order form. (pictures will come home soon to your students) The same package will be ordered, with the new picture. The new picture will print in the yearbook.

Students who did not order pictures on the original picture day but want to re-take their pictures: We will call you out of class if you are on the signup list (see link below) in order to take your picture.

 

Those students who had pictures taken on the original picture day and wish to have retakes, SIGN UP HERE.

 

You can pre-order your Retake Day picture at mydorian.com by searching for Trivium. Select the order button from the Retake Day, select your picture package, and complete your transaction. Pictures will be delivered to the school several weeks after picture day and given to your student. If you have problems with your order, visit www.dorianstudio.com/support.  

 

Students must be in school uniform on Picture Day. Please review the school dress code in our Family Handbook. We ask that when families begin to prepare for picture day, please make sure all aspects of school uniform (hair, jewelry, etc.) are dress-code compliant. Seniors must wear the official senior attire for pictures – white button up shirt (no crest required), black blazer, and senior tie from Anton Uniform for boys.

 

If you would like to volunteer to help on Re-take Picture Day, please email jbradshaw@triviumprep.org.


7th Grade Student Breakfast - Friday, October 18, 7 AM

Each grade level at Trivium Prep will have the opportunity to share a breakfast together before school during the school year.


Our 7th Grade House Breakfast will be held on Friday, October 18 at 7AM in the MPR.


Sign up below to bring in food/drinks. Donations should be sent in with your student the morning of the breakfast. This event is for student's only.


7th Grade Sign-up to Donate Breakfast Items

All Families Invited to our Homecoming Kick-off BBQ - Saturday, Oct 19

Please join us for our annual Trivium FFA barbecue on Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 5:30 PM in the Accomazzo Quad! Come have a delicious BBQ meal and celebrate our community while supporting our students! This year, the event will help “kick-off” Homecoming Week along with the Trivium Prep Stargazing Party!


Saturday, October 19, 5:30 PM, Accomazzo Quad

Cost: $15 per plate (children 6 and under free) – Purchase online through October 16 or until sold out. If additional tickets remain, they can be purchased at the gate for $20 per plate.


Those who attend will enjoy:

  • Delicious BBQ Meal : BBQ Meat, Dutch Oven Potatoes, Baked Beans, Salad, & Fruit
  • Desserts and Gift Baskets
  • Cornhole Tournament

Click Here to Purchase Dinner Tickets

Trivium Stargazing Party - Saturday, October 19, 7-9 PM

Come enjoy the 2nd Annual Trivium Star Party! 


The Astronomy Association of Arizona with be on campus once again the evening of October 19, 2024, for a fabulous opportunity to view the night sky. Numerous amateur astronomers, including TVP faculty member, Mr. Manne, will set up incredible telescopes to view Saturn, the Moon, nebulae, star clusters and other deep sky objects starting at 7 pm until 9 pm adjacent to the football field. Trivium Prep students and their families are welcome to attend, however, every student MUST always have an adult with them. 

 

Let’s hope for clear skies, but if not – a rain / cloud make up date will be announced.

High School Homecoming Dance - October 26

All Trivium Prep High School (9th-12th grade) students are invited to attend our Homecoming Dance on Saturday, October 26, from 7-10 PM, in the gym. The theme is "Harvest Moonlight Soiree." Only current Trivium high school students may attend. Students must present student ID at entrance. No outside (non-Trivium) guests. Follow link for dress code.


Tickets are $15 advance online purchase, $20 at the door.

Online pre-sale ends Wednesday, October 23.


Learn More and Purchase Tickets

Winter Sports Info Night - Monday, October 28

Winter Sports are just over a month away from beginning. We will be having our Winter Sports Info Nnight on Monday, October 28 at 6pm in the Trivium Gym. Please make sure you log into BigTeams to register for the sport you would like to try out for. https://greatheartstriviumathletics.org/ Click on the Athletic Registration link to begin your registration.


High School Winter Sports are: Boys Basketball, Girls Basketball, Boys Soccer, Girls Soccer, Spirit Line

Middle School Winter Sports are: Boys Soccer, Girls Soccer, Baseball, Softball


If this is your first sport of the year you will need to provide an AIA Physical completed after March 1,2024 and uploaded into you Big Teams account. We look forward to an exciting Winter Season of Sports! Go KNIGHTS!

PSO Uniform Exchange - Saturday, November 2

The PSO will host a Uniform Exchange on Saturday, November 2 in the Archway MPR.


11 AM-12 PM: Exclusive Early Shopping Window for those with a VOUCHER along with those who either have compliant Items to EXCHANGE the DAY OF or those with non-compliant items to DONATE to the school.


12 PM-2 PM: Doors open for ALL Trivium families to shop! (Donations and Exchanges will also be accepted during this time.)

AZ Thespian Festival Field Trip Register by October 1

High School students involved in Extracurricular Theater are invited to register for the Arizona Thespians Festival on November 22-23 in Phoenix. Registration is due by October 1. Follow the link below for more information and to register. **Seniors: Please be aware these are the same dates as the Senior Lock-in.


Register for the Theater Field Trip

Save the Date! Knight of Knights 12th Grade Lock-in - November 22-23

Seniors! Save the Date for the "Knight of Knights" Senior Lock-in on Friday-Saturday, November 22-23 from 7 PM-7 AM at the school. This is a fun night for 12th grade students and staff that you won't want to miss. Mark your calendars and look for more information coming soon!

Title I Annual Parent Meeting

The annual Title I Annual Parent Meeting will be held virtually Thursday, Nov 7, 2024. Two sessions will be available: 


Session 1 at 9:30 AM: https://greathearts.zoom.us/j/99754631785 

Session 2 at 1 PM: https://greathearts.zoom.us/j/92130844812 


These sessions will answer the questions: What is Title I? What is the Title I Grant Program? What resources are available for students who qualify for this assistance? The meeting will conclude with an open Q & A. Following the meeting, a brief survey will be distributed to collect feedback from attendees. 

 

Questions about this event or Title I: Please email Missy Penniman.

FC Barcelona Winter Soccer Camp

We’re excited to offer an amazing opportunity to join the FC Barcelona Soccer Camp this winter in Phoenix from December 27-30! All Great Hearts families can enjoy an exclusive $200 discount by using the GH24SOCCER code. This special offer is available until October 15. Spots are limited.


This camp is open to boys and girls ages 6 to 14, at any skill level. FC Barcelona coaches coming from Spain will lead fun and competitive games and drills, teaching the official FC Barcelona methodology. Past attendees from Great Heart schools have provided excellent feedback!


To register, click here: 

https://barcaresidencyacademyusa.com/winter-camp-phoenix/

Spirit Wear Sale - Limited Items In Stock

As we transition to online-only Spirit Wear sales, we are have limited Spirit Wear items that remain in stock. Purchase items using the links below for pick up in the front office. There are several styles to choose from including short sleeve, long sleeve, women's v-neck and a variety of baseball caps. Follow the links below to purchase while supplies last:


Shop Trivium Baseball Caps


Shop Trivium Spirit Wear

Thank you, PSO and Families!

The Trivium Prep PSO is looking for a few volunteers to lead specific projects.


Middle School Community Service: This would involve leading 2 community service projects (one each semester). The first one being in partnership with the City of Goodyear Make a Difference Day on Saturday, October 26th. Leading, organizing, and communicating on the event. 


Run the Virtues Co-Lead: This involves planning, promoting, and recruiting sponsors with other lead. One time event on Saturday, Feb 22nd. 


Teacher Birthday Cards: This project involves writing out the birthday cards with PSO gift inside. This can be done ahead of the month per your schedule. 


If interested or want more details then please reach out to Alicia Torres at psopresident@triviumprep.org.

EF Tours Summer 2025 Trip - Register Now!

Take a multi-city lap around the Alps for a comprehensive understanding of the region’s people and traditions.


From Munich’s Hofbräuhaus, where Mozart once wrote an opera, to the Floating City of Venice—which is full of some of the world’s most exquisite art and architecture—the history is as rich as the food. Before you leave, pause for reflection at Lucerne’s Lion Monument, commemorating Swiss Guards killed in the French Revolution, which Mark Twain described as “the most mournful and moving piece of stone in the world.”


Bo Faser (longtime Trivium teacher) has partnered with EF Tours to lead a student tour in July 2025. We would love for you to be a part of it. Follow the link below for more information or reach out with any questions: bfaser@greatheartsamerica.org.


Learn More & Register for the Summer 2025 Trip

Trivium Athletics Updates

Snack Bar Volunteers Needed


Volunteer at the Snack Bar for home games and get free entry and a $5 snack credit. Student volunteers also earn points from their House. Sign-up today!


Football Snack Bar


Volleyball Snack Bar


Check the Athletics Webpage for announcements and updates:


greatheartstriviumathletics.org


For questions, please reach out to our Athletic Director, Derek Wahlstrom, at dwahlstrom@triviumprep.org.


Hot Lunch Ordering Now Open - Sign up Now to Volunteer!

My Hot Lunchbox is excited for another great year of delivering school lunch!

  

Online ordering is now available at: ordernow.myhotlunchbox.com/. 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. 


Fall 2024 Lunch Vendors:

  • Monday – Raising Cane’s
  • Tuesday – NYPD Pizza
  • Wednesday – Chick-fil-A
  • Thursday – Jimmy John’s
  • Friday – Noodles & Co


Order Hot Lunch


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!

Click Here to Volunteer


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.

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.


Ariana Carrizosa - ESS Assistant - September 26

Eric Vanderwall - 8th Lit/Comp, 12th Humane Letters - September 26

James Manion - 6th History, 10th Humane Letters - September 27


duVal Goley - 11th, 12th Math - October 3

John Liss - 10th Economics, 10th Humane Letters - October 4

Ian Heisler - 9th Humane Letters, 9th Poetry - October 18

Marie Hager - ESS Academy Lead - October 19

Michael Manne - 7th Science - October 20

Colin Shields - 7th Latin, 11th Drama - October 20

Paul Boggs - Facilities - October 24

Sean Collins - Assistant Athletics Director - October 26

Andrea MacLeod - 11th, 12th Drama - October 27

Tennille Loeffeholz - SLPA - October 29

Latoi Sullenger - 6th P.E. - October 31


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!

Quick Links


School/Office Hours:

2024-25 School Hours

2024-25 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

Communication Updates

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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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