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In a remarkable demonstration of leadership, giving, and tenacity, teams from Arcadia High, Brophy and Xavier encouraged friends, family members, and local supporters to donate to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Student Visionaries of the Year campaign. 

Each year, high school students nationwide are challenged to compete in fundraising for LLS while gaining important leadership experience – and all three took on that challenge with much enthusiasm and commitment. For Garrett Larsen, a sophomore and the leader of “Team Rockin’ Leukemia,” the cause was deeply personal. His father died of acute lymphoblastic leukemia when he was a baby. Throughout the years, LLS was a source of support and financial assistance. 

Just like the meaning of the Ancient Greek word, “an assembly of the people,” Arcadia High’s annual Agora is a mecca of fine art, and something the school looks forward to every year. 

Agora is made possible through the efforts of Arcadia’s National Art Honor Society (NAHS) students and art teacher Cira Riccio. At this event, student artwork from Arcadia High, Ingleside, Hopi, Tavan and Echo Canyon is displayed in the hallways for attendees.

The Scottsdale Charros Program supports SUSD in various ways – namely, by bringing programs, resources and scholarships to the schools and recognizing the district’s outstanding students and educators with The Scottsdale Charros Education Awards. 

For the past 60 years, educators in the district have received a personalized plaque and a $2,000 grant from the association. 

Arcadia softball sophomore Sydney Kelley may be an underclassman, but she has played like an experienced veteran in her first two seasons with the Titans. 

The sophomore middle infielder led the team last season in five categories as a freshman, and she’s doing more of the same this year for the reigning Desert Sky Region champions.

Kelley last season batted a whopping .445 with 49 hits, 23 RBIs, 46 runs, 30 stolen bases, and an on-base percentage of .479 in 34 games played.

With a passion for the game and a commitment to his players, Dean Lamppa has become a cornerstone of Arcadia varsity girls’ tennis, leading them through challenges and triumphs. Coaching and running a sports team is no easy task, yet Coach Lamppa handles each of its elements with grace – and it’s only his second year at the school. 

As Principal Margaret Serna prepares for retirement in 2025, her 48-year career with Scottsdale Unified School District (SUSD) leaves countless memories, celebrations, and success stories behind. Among those is that of Phoenix Jose, a student whose journey has been defined by perseverance and the support of family, friends, and educators.

As captain of the varsity girls’ soccer team, senior Sadie Schwartz is kicking it both on and off the field this season. Known for her leadership, determination, and fierce competitive spirit, Sadie has been a pillar of positivity for the team.