September 23rd, 2025 | Students & Alumni
Carrying Her Sister’s Wish: How One Aunt, One School, and One Scholarship Changed Everything for ReginaWhen Vicky was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, her greatest fear wasn’t for herself—it was for her daughter, Regina. She wanted her to have more than just a good education; she wanted her to be shaped in character, faith, and resilience. After Vicky’s passing, her sister Rachele stepped in to raise Regina and keep that wish alive. Thanks to an Arete scholarship, Regina attends St. Scholastica Academy, where faith, support, and grit have helped her navigate deep grief while building the confidence and skills she’ll carry for life.
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A Life-Changing Scholarship: How Arete Helped Asher and Ava Find Faith, Confidence, and HopeFor Ronald and Tracy, the Arete scholarship has been nothing short of life-changing. After years of struggling to find the right educational fit, they discovered Artios Academy of Sugar Hill, a school that aligned with their faith and values while offering the smaller, supportive environment their children needed. But it was Arete that made it possible for Asher and Ava to attend and thrive there. With this support, both children have grown in confidence, faith, and determination; discovering passions, pursuing dreams, and realizing that they are capable of more than they ever imagined. For them, Arete has provided more than access to education. It has provided hope, stability, and the assurance that their future is filled with possibilities.
Read MoreSeptember 18th, 2025 | Students & Alumni
Where Are They Now: Carlethia–Arete’s First ScholarAs the very first recipient of an Arete scholarship, Carlethia embodies the power of opportunity to change a life. Her journey from Savannah Christian Preparatory School to earning a degree in criminal justice and rising to Assistant Chief in community supervision reflects not only her resilience but also the ripple effect of support that began with one scholarship. Today, she carries forward the gift she once received by making a difference in the lives of others, proving that the impact of Arete extends far beyond the classroom.
Read MoreSeptember 8th, 2025 | Our Team
Arete Employee Spotlight: Amplifying Stories with Purpose and VisionSeptember's employee spotlight focuses on Maddy. As Arete’s Marketing Specialist, Maddy uses the power of storytelling to connect families, schools, and supporters with Arete’s mission. Since joining the team in October 2024, she has worked to highlight the resilience of students and the impact of scholarships through creative campaigns and thoughtful communication. With her background in communications and passion for amplifying voices, Maddy ensures every story told reflects the heart of Arete’s work—opening doors to brighter futures through education.
Read MoreSeptember 2nd, 2025 | Announcements, Our Team, Our Values
Arete Scholars: 15 Years of Impact. A Lifetime of Opportunity.This school year marks 15 years of Arete Scholars—a journey defined by courage, generosity, and a relentless belief that every child deserves the opportunity to reach their God-given potential. Since 2010, Arete has awarded nearly 25,000 scholarships worth more than $100 million, helping families break the cycle of poverty and creating pathways to success.
Read MoreAugust 26th, 2025 | Schools & Faculty
Celebrating National Dog Day: Therapy Dogs Bring Comfort and Joy to Our Partner SchoolsAt Arete’s partner schools, therapy dogs are doing more than wagging tails — they’re transforming school communities. From Sacred Heart of Jesus in Baton Rouge, where Bernedoodles Elsie and Sabeth brighten classrooms alongside the Mercedarian nuns, to Calvary Day School in Savannah, where Vanna the support dog offers comfort with a well-timed nudge, these four-legged friends are helping students focus, ease anxiety, and find joy in everyday school life. Their presence is a reminder that sometimes the best lessons come with paws and a wagging tail.
Read MoreAugust 21st, 2025 | Students & Alumni
A New Chapter for Linus: Rediscovering the Joy of LearningAfter losing his love for learning in a public school setting, Linus found his way back to academic joy and confidence thanks to a life-changing opportunity at Ascension Christian School—made possible by an Arete scholarship. Guided by caring teachers and a community that believes in his potential, Linus has rediscovered his enthusiasm for education and begun to dream big again. His story is a powerful reminder of how the right support at the right time can spark lasting transformation in a child’s future.
Read MoreAugust 21st, 2025 | Schools & Faculty
Cristo Rey is Reimagining Education in AtlantaCristo Rey Atlanta Jesuit High School is a Catholic learning community in downtown Atlanta, Georgia. This Arete Scholars partner school seeks to educate young people of limited economic means to become men and women for and with others.
Read MoreAugust 18th, 2025 | Our Team
Arete Employee Spotlight: Opening Doors Through Heart and PurposeAugust’s employee spotlight shines on Jonathan, Arete’s Development Director of Georgia. In this vital role, Jonathan plays a key part in opening doors of opportunity for children across Georgia, building meaningful connections with CPAs, wealth advisors, high-net-worth individuals, and small business owners who support scholarships through charitable giving and the Georgia QEE tax credit. Since joining Arete in July 2024, his dedication, warmth, and passion have helped connect donors and schools, creating lasting impact for underserved families and students. A graduate of Georgetown University with an MBA from Emory University, Jonathan brings a lifelong commitment to service and community engagement, exemplifying the spirit of Arete by championing educational opportunity and brighter futures for all.
Read MoreAugust 11th, 2025 | Partners, Students & Alumni
Gratitude and Growth: How ACT Prep Made College AffordableWhen Arete Scholars offered an ACT prep course through a partnership with Studyville, MaKensie saw it as the opportunity she’d been waiting for. With her Math score holding her back from reaching her college goals, the course gave her the structure, strategy, and support she needed, not only to raise her ACT score by four points but to qualify for a state scholarship and gain confidence in her academic future. Her experience shows just how impactful one opportunity can be.
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