FAEP Décor and Dedication... The summer will see lots of activity around Foothills Academy Elementary Prep. In anticipation of welcoming the entire 6th grade class to FAEP, plans are underway to enhance the physical plant with middle school appropriate décor and amenities. The Class of 2017 (think about that for a minute!) promises to be one of Foothills Academy’s very best. The faculty, staff, and administration remain dedicated to helping...

Tanner Matheny - Flying Over Phoenix... At 17, Tanner got his flying license and is flying the Phoenix skies. Check out this great video of Tanner on The Daily Dish. Tanner Matheny flying over Foothills Academy at the 2010 Talent Show Tanner Matheny Flyover at Foothills Academy

Spring Gardening has Begun ~ Materials Needed!... Spring Gardening has BegunThe seeds have been planted in little greenhouses, and with daily nurturing by students, we are watching for sprouts!! Raised-bed building and ground planting to happen soon. Please contact Sage Alvar if you would like to contribute to this process in any way - salvar@foothillsacademy.com, 480.292.9819. Items still needed (new or used, some even on loan if need be!): light weight wheelbarrow deck...

Kiwanis Science Fair Winners... 6th grade honorable mentions: Natalie Neri Nicole Neri Rachel Boubel Sarah Bennett 8th grade honorable mention: Ben Rathke 10 grade GOLD Medal winner: Brian Sexton 10 th grade SILVER Medal winner: John Manos 9-12th Ruby Becwar Best in Fair Trophy: Brian Sexton Three students from FACP won the Tier 1 2010 Kiwanis/Foothills Science Fair and went on to compete in the Tier 2 Science Fair this past Monday March 8. Two of...

Congratulations to Brenton Woodward - National Mer... Congratulations to Brenton Woodward for being selected as National Merit Scholarship Finalist! The National Merit Scholarship Program has now determined which of the 16,000 semifinalists named in September 2009 have met all requirements to advance to Finalist standing in the competition. All finalists will be considered for National Merit Scholarships to be offered in 2010. The selection of some 8,200 Merit Scholarship...