ThrivePoint High School: November 2025 Newsletter
The Buzz at ThrivePoint
Your monthly update for the latest news, highlights, events, and stories from across our school community.
Community Highlights
ThrivePoint in Action: Supporting Heat Ready PHX
This month, our Learning Center Coordinators volunteered with Heat Ready PHX to support an important community initiative. Together, they assembled nearly 800 tree care kits for families receiving donated shade trees across the Valley.
These kits help families properly care for their trees, providing long-term shade and heat relief for households throughout the community. We are incredibly proud of our team for stepping up and making a meaningful difference for Arizona families.
Sharing Our Story
Our Avondale Learning Center Coordinator, Ms. Mecina, represented ThrivePoint at the Academy of Math and Science High School Choice Day. The event brought together local high schools to connect with junior high students exploring their high school options.
It was a great opportunity to share information about ThrivePoint, answer questions, and help students find a school environment that best supports their goals and learning style.
Community Partnership
We extend our sincere appreciation to Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers for generously donating meal vouchers to support our Student of the Month incentives. Community support like this helps us celebrate students who demonstrate dedication, perseverance, and academic growth.
Thank you for helping us recognize and encourage student success.
Academic Updates & Highlights
College & Career Support
This month, ThrivePoint counselors Mr. Gardner and Mr. Green visited each campus to guide students through important college preparation topics, including:
- FAFSA applications
- Scholarship opportunities
- College application support
Students who need additional assistance are encouraged to reach out.
Mr. Gardner
Avondale, Surprise, Buckeye, Yuma & AOI
Mr. Green
Metro, Union Hills & AOI
Celebrating Our ThrivePoint Community
Student of the Month
Congratulations to our Metro Campus Student of the Month! Your dedication, growth, and positive attitude are making a meaningful impact on campus. We’re proud of your hard work and the example you set for others.
Educator of the Year
Congratulations to Coach Cass, Student Success Coach at our Buckeye Campus, for being named Educator of the Year by the Buckeye Chamber of Commerce.
Her dedication, encouragement, and commitment to supporting students make a lasting difference every day. We are proud to celebrate this well-deserved recognition.
Upcoming Events & Opportunities
Metro Fun Run
Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025
Time: 7:00 – 9:30 a.m.
Students and staff from all campuses are invited to join the Metro District Fun Run and show their support for our Metro Campus.
Participants can choose between:
- 5K Run
- 1-Mile Walk (dog and stroller friendly)
Sign up online at the event page or contact your Learning Center Coordinator for more information.
Spirit Week
Date: December 15 – 19, 2025
Get ready for a week of festive fun and school spirit across all ThrivePoint campuses!
Campus Closure Days
All ThrivePoint campuses will be closed the following dates:
Winter Break
- December 22 – January 2, 2025
Director of Schools
Angie Hollingsworth
Your support helps uplift and motivate our students every day!
Thank you for being part of the ThrivePoint community. As we head into a new month, we’re grateful for each student, family, staff member, and partner who helps make ThrivePoint a place where everyone can grow and thrive.
Wishing you a wonderful month ahead. We’re excited for all that’s still to come—together.
Support Student Incentives
Student incentives are one of the most impactful ways our community can support learners. Rewards—both big and small—help encourage persistence, celebrate achievements, and remind students that their hard work matters.
If you or your organization would like to donate items, sponsor incentives, or partner with a campus, please contact:
Dina Ramirez
ThrivePoint Events Coordinator
