The Benefits of Attending an Open House at Harrisburg Academy Determining where your child will attend school is an important decision that requires one to research educational options. It can be a daunting task sifting through information and…
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Student-athletes are looking for a break this summer, but keep in mind that what you do to prepare for your sport over the next couple of months, will pay off in August.  You do not necessarily need to play…
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The NCAA basketball championship just wrapped up. It is always fun to fill out one of those tournament brackets to try to pick all the winners. It may seem easier than it really is. With millions of people filling…
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It is my first year being a part of the wonderful collaborative effort that has developed our 8th grade science curriculum.  In 8th grade, students spend one quarter in ecology, chemistry, physics, and computer science. This year, I…
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February is special for many “sweet” reasons, but for our swimming and basketball teams, it is time to get down to business. This is where all that practice pays off or should pay off. Our Varsity Swim team…
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Happy New [School] Year & Welcome (Back)! To say that the beginning of a new academic year is my favorite time of year is an understatement! For me, there is very little that compares to the feeling of…
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Over the years, I have heard lots of questions from students about learning a language, including: How many words do you know in Spanish? Where did you learn to speak Spanish? When did you learn to speak Spanish?…
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Everyone has his or her own brand of genius, and often the areas at which we excel are the areas that we are passionate about exploring. When we love what we’re learning, learning is fun! That’s why we...
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I believe in the power of art to create a better future for us as individuals and as a community. This is why I chose to be an arts educator — I want others to understand the power...
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School is over for the year, and that means summer reading! One of my favorite parts of the end of the school year is the day I get to present the summer reading books to all of my…
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