Arete Scholars advances the realization of excellence in underserved and marginalized children by opening doors to opportunity.
05/29/2026
Congratulations to Miley from St. Charles Catholic High School and Nicholas from Pope John Paul II High School on their graduation!
Miley is headed to Delgado Community College to study Radiologic Technology, and Nicholas will attend LSU to pursue Civil Engineering.
The team at Arete can't wait to cheer you on!
https://www.aretescholars.org/news/alumni
05/28/2026
Congratulations to Devin and Caitlyn from De La Salle High School on their graduation!
Devin is headed to Millsaps College to study Business, and Caitlyn will attend Ottawa University to study Applied Psychology.
The Arete Scholars team is proud of both of you and excited for what comes next!
https://www.aretescholars.org/news/alumni
05/27/2026
We’re inspired to see schools across the country being recognized for expanding educational opportunity and empowering students through school choice. Arete Scholars is especially proud to celebrate our partner schools, SOAR Academy Augusta in Georgia and St. Mary's Academy, in Louisiana, for receiving national recognition and awards for the incredible impact they’re making in the lives of students and families every day. Congratulations to these outstanding school communities for leading with excellence, innovation, and purpose!
Read more here: https://www.thecentersquare.com/texas/article_978d7d50-393b-45f2-afb2-e7c0a93f56d6.html
School choice Yass Prize awards continue, $20M worth of grants awarded nationwide (The Center Square) - School choice awards continue nationwide through a Yass Prize launched five years ago.
05/27/2026
Congratulations to Darrence from St. Augustine High School and Allie from Northlake Christian School on their graduation!
Darrence is headed to Southern University to study Business Administration, and Allie is headed to Pearl River Community College to pursue Nursing.
Darrence and Allie, the team at Arete can’t wait to see where life takes you!
https://www.aretescholars.org/news/alumni
05/26/2026
Congratulations to Amiya from St. Mary's Dominican High School and Janie from St. Charles Catholic High School on their graduation!
Amiya is headed to Grambling State University to pursue Criminal Justice, and Janie will attend Baton Rouge Community College to study Vet Tech.
Amiya and Janie, the team at Arete can’t wait to see you succeed!
https://www.aretescholars.org/news/alumni
05/26/2026
Congratulations to Juan from St. Louis Catholic High School and Brooklyn from Prairie View Academy on their graduation!
Juan is headed to SOWELA to study Industrial Instrumentation, and Brooklyn is headed to Delta Community College to pursue a career as a Registered Nurse.
Juan and Brooklyn, the team at Arete can’t wait to see what you accomplish!
https://www.aretescholars.org/news/alumni
05/22/2026
Join us in congratulating MaKensie, the 2026 Arete Scholars Graduate of the Year!
A graduate of Pope John Paul II Catholic High School in Louisiana, MaKensie has made a lasting impact through academic excellence, leadership, and service. From completing more than 100 hours of community service to serving as Youth of the Year with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Louisiana, she has consistently led with compassion, determination, and purpose.
As she prepares to pursue a degree in Biological Science, MaKensie is driven by a passion to create meaningful change in healthcare and serve others through her future career.
“The path ahead excites me because I know exactly why I am walking it. I want to be part of the change I have spent my life waiting for. I am not just stepping into a profession. I am stepping into my purpose.”
We are proud to celebrate all MaKensie has accomplished and can’t wait to see the difference she will continue to make in the future. Congratulations, MaKensie!
Read more about MaKensie here: https://www.aretescholars.org/news/makensie-of-pope-john-paul-ii-high-school-named-2026-arete-scholars-graduate-of-the-year
Thirty children will have the opportunity to attend summer camp for the first time because of yesterday’s Embrace for Good event.
What a gift.
For these Arete Scholars, camp is more than a fun week. It is a formative experience that helps children build character, grow in confidence, form friendships, experience something new, and continue their personal journey to achieving their Arete.
We are so grateful for everyone who came out to support Arete Scholars and help make this possible.
Guests helped raise money by taking Lincoln test drives. Lincoln donated $50 per test drive, and a generous Arete supporter matched every dollar raised.
And we had a lot of fun along the way - amazing food from Tacos & Tequilas, Lincoln’s Rejuvenate chair massage feature, games, music, and plenty of excitement inside Dave & Buster’s.
A heartfelt thank you to the businesses and community partners who helped make this event possible:
Sydney Kuester, Rob Childs, and Angela Krause Lincoln
Jason Bradshaw and the Dave & Buster's team
Yessica Rebolledo and La Bonanza / Tacos & Tequilas Mexican Grill
Christy Hulsey and the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce team
And thank you to the Rotarians from Roswell, Alpharetta, North Fulton, and South Forsyth Rotary Clubs who joined us as guests, took test drives, and helped make summer camp possible for Arete Scholars.
This is what community looks like.
Fun cars. Great food. Strong community. Real impact.
05/21/2026
Congratulations to Kaitlyn from Calvary Day School and Elijah from Bethlehem Christian Academy on their graduation!
Kaitlyn is headed to the University of Georgia to study Education, and Elijah is headed to Gwinnett Technical College to pursue Landscape Architecture.
Kaitlyn and Elijah, the team at Arete can’t wait to see where life takes you!
https://www.aretescholars.org/news/alumni
05/21/2026
Today is the day.
Embrace for Good — A Lincoln Test Drive for Arete Scholars starts at 11 AM at Dave & Buster's. The Lincoln lineup is ready. Tacos & Tequilas is setting up now. And every test drive you take today is $50 matched 100% for Arete Scholars students.
Come by. Bring someone. Make it worth it.
6500 North Point Pkwy, Alpharetta | 11 AM – 5 PM