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Reading
Love of Reading Increases Academic Success for NHA Students
Student Engagement
New Cell Phone Policy Gets a Positive Reception from GR Prep Teachers, Students
Students Mark Veterans Day with Creative Projects and Events
Safety
Safety is a Superpower: NHA Schools Celebrate Safe Schools Week
Classroom Culture
NHA Teachers Use Positive Reinforcement to Guide Behaviors, Learning in Classrooms
Employee Spotlight
Excel Charter Academy Original Retires After Decades with NHA
Technology
Battling the Lure of Technology: How to Prepare Children for School Success
Technology
Excel-erate Coding Course Setting Up Scholars for Future Success
Safety
Virtual Safety Presentation Creates Connection with Parents
Making New Friends This Fall
Excellence Awards
Focus on July: The Annual Eagle Awards, An Excellent Teacher, Nurturing Summer Writers, and A Popcorn Family
Starting Kindergarten
Countdown to Kindergarten: Building Confidence and Math Readiness
Leadership
National Heritage Academies' Leadership Summit 2024
Kindergarten Readiness
Apply Today for Kindergarten at National Heritage Academies
Graduation
Focus on June: Excellent Teachers, Beta Competitions, Students Giving Back, and Graduation Journeys
Summer Learning
Ten Ways to Nurture Young Writers During the Summer
Giving Back
Focus on May: Raising Money for Heart Health, Former Zookeeper Teacher, a Natural Hair Care Event, and Students Learn Healthy Habits
Giving Back
25 NHA Schools Combine to Raise Over $93,000 for American Heart Association
School Culture
Focus on April: Pair of Spellers Going to Washington, Connecting with Brooklyn Charter Schools, Becoming Principal for a Day, and Embracing HER at Pembroke
News
2 NHA Students Headed to Scripps National Spelling Bee
Spring Break
NHA Experts Reveal Keys to Learning on Spring Break – Balance Fun & Education
College
Focus on February: A First-hand Look at College, Celebrating School Culture, Award-winning STEAM Team, and Basketball Champions Looking for Another Title
Community
Focus on January: A Courageous Battle, Academic Achievements, Musical Partnerships, and Setting the Social Scene for Chess
Black History
NHA Schools Celebrate Black History Month
Employee Spotlight
Agent of Change Keeps Things in Sync on the Ice
Writing
Benefits of Journaling for Student Growth
Focus on December: A New School, Boosting Attendance, Exceptional Students, and Safety Leadership
Holidays
NHA Schools Celebrate Holiday Season in Style
Classroom Culture
NHA Schools Using CHAMPS To Bolster Student Success
Professional Development
Feedback, Support Key to Helping Teachers Achieve Success
Holidays
Spooktacular Halloween and Fall Fun
Teacher Tips
5 Simple Self-Care Habits for Educators
Employee Spotlight
Lego Master, IT Manager is Always Building Something
Celebration
NHA Schools Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with History Lessons, Games, Food
Moral Focus
Eldest Son of President Gerald Ford Discusses Moral Focus Virtues with NHA Students
New Teacher
Next Generation of Teaching Talent in Good Hands with Mentoring Program
Awards
Two NHA Schools Earn National Blue Ribbon School Honor
Employee Spotlight
Bowen Relishes Behind-the-Scenes Role
New School
Mill Creek Academy Celebrates Grand Opening of New School with Ribbon Cutting
Lunch Ideas
Fueling Young Minds With Healthy Sack Lunches
Back to School
Routines Help Teachers Keep Classrooms Running Smoothly
Back to School
Back to School Shopping on a Budget: Mom’s Tips to Stretch Your Dollar
Back to School
Routines Set Kids Up for Success
Back to School
Establishing Organizational Skills Helps Scholars Transition Back to School
Moral Focus
Modeling Compassion Helps Students Learn and Apply What They See
Teacher Tips
NHA Preparing New Teachers for First Year in the Classroom
Academic Excellence
Stanford Study: National Heritage Academies Students Gain Months of Extra Learning Each Year
Celebration
End of School Year Brings Ceremonies and Celebrations For National Heritage Academies
Summer Break
Unlocking the Mysteries of the Lost and Found
Moral Focus
‘Behave with Care’ Philosophy Helps Schools Finish the Year on a Positive Note
Excellence Awards
12 NHA Teachers Receive Honors During Celebrations of Excellence
College
College Decision Day Completes Years-long Process for NHA Students
Black History
Black History Month Comes Alive with School Celebrations and Projects
Employee Spotlight
There’s No Comparison to Teaching at Age 80 at Canton Charter Academy
Employee Spotlight
NHA School Shows Award-winning Commitment to Latino Community
Awards
Math Teacher Helps Students Recover as NHA Campus Becomes a ‘Comeback Campus’
Family
Focus on October: A Look Back on Favorite Stories Involving Fathers, Music, Teachers, and Red Carpet
Safety
Safe Schools Week: Safety Starts with Minds & Hearts – Focusing on a Holistic Approach
College
Successful College Information Fairs Useful to NHA Scholars
Schools Give Politicians a Look at Charter School Experience
Community
Grandparents Day Is Honored by Students Across NHA Schools
DSQ Spotlight
New DSQ Barajas Never Envisioned Being a Longtime Administrator, but is Extending her Reach
Ward Expands his Successful Reach to More NHA Schools as DSQ
From Teacher to Principal, School Leader is Thankful to be at NHA
Employee Spotlight
Employee Spotlight: Advantage Charter Academy Teacher Changes Students’ Perceptions of Math
Employee Spotlight
Employee Spotlight: Riverton Street Charter School Teacher Creates Lasting Bond with Her Students
Employee Spotlight
Employee Spotlight: Matthews Charter Academy Art Teacher Brightens Scholars’ Minds
Excellence Awards
National Heritage Academies Celebrates School Employees Through Excellence Awards
Celebration
Teacher Appreciation: Celebrating Educators in Colorado, Louisiana, and Wisconsin
Celebration
Teacher Appreciation: Celebrating Educators in Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio
Making a Difference: Past CollegeBound™ Scholarship Winners from Greensboro, South Arbor
6th - 8th Grade
Two NHA Students Win Their Regional Spelling Bee, Going to Nationals
Four NHA Schools Named the 2022 No Kid Hungry School Breakfast Heroes
Black History Month Offers Opportunities for Learning and Expression at NHA Schools
Awards
NHA Schools Recognized as 2021 Denver’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For®
Moral Focus
Greensboro Academy Students Inspired by Meanings of Ashanti Symbols, Clothing Colors
Awards
U.S. News & World Report: National Heritage Academies Has Top 10 Best Charter Middle Schools in MI
Mental Health
Avert Holiday Anxiety and Depression with Self-Care
Parent Tips
Tips for Effectively Partnering with Your Child's Teacher
Science
Employee Spotlight: Spread Your Wings and Fly (Like a Butterfly)
Recycling
Teach Your Kids to be Earth Conscious With These 10 Tips
National Recycling Day with David Padron
NHA Schools Recognized as 2021 Metro Detroit’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For®
Creativity Abounds with Safe Schools Week
Student Engagement
Employee Spotlight: One Mountain View Educator's Passion for Student Empowerment
Safety
Employee Spotlight: Hurricane Ida and the Advantage Educator who Helped
Back to School
Back-to-School Celebrations & Activities
Employee Spotlight
Employee Spotlight: Windemere Park Educator with a Non-Traditional Classroom on The Teachers’ Lounge
Reading
Summer Reading Success: 84,000 Digital Books Checked Out by National Heritage Academies Students
Leadership
One School Leader's Non-Traditional Pathway to Educational Leadership
Employee Spotlight
Employee Spotlight: Atlanta Heights Dean Shares Passion for Meaningful Relationships on The Teachers’ Lounge
Leadership
NHA’s North Carolina Schools Gather for Team Building and Planning Day
Employee Spotlight
Employee Spotlight: Financial Services and Digital Marketing Intern Edition
Data, Culture, and Urban Experience: The Roots of One School Leader
News
Virtual School is Here to Stay: A Kid's Guide to Online Learning
Employee Spotlight
Employee Spotlight: Partner Services Intern Edition
High School
Grand River Prep Student is First Student to Graduate Through Early College Program
Employee Spotlight
Employee Spotlight: People Services Intern Edition
Awards
National Heritage Academies School Leader Named North Carolina Charter Co-Principal of the Year
New School
Michigan Charter School Network Fills a Need with Fully Virtual School
Celebration
Four Eighth-Grade Students Awarded $5,000 College Scholarships in Surprise Celebrations
Teacher Spotlight
NHA Educator Fosters Student Relationships
NHA Educator Believes All Students Can Learn
Employee Spotlight
NHA Employee Takes Life in Stride
Awards
National Heritage Academies Educator Named 2021 MI Charter Teacher of the Year
Moral Focus
National Heritage Academies Celebrates 26 Years of Making a Difference
Awards
Finding Joy: National Heritage Academies Celebrates 14 School Employees Through Excellence Awards
Awards
Two NHA Teachers Recognized as 2021 Betty Van Andel Teachers of Excellence
Leadership
How One Flint School Leader Uses Humble Beginnings to Propel Her Leadership
Giving Back
National Heritage Academies Marks One Million Meals Delivered
Awards
National Heritage Academies Teacher and Administrator Announced as Finalists for Annual Charter School Educator Awards
Awards
National Heritage Academies Receives Two Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® Accolades
Safety
National Heritage Academies Hosts Week-long Celebration for Safe Schools Week
Employee Spotlight
Eagle Crest Teacher-Para Duo Make Reading a Reality
Employee Spotlight
Access, Equity, and Leadership Development: Key Components for One School Leader
Employee Spotlight
NHA Educator Cultivates Excitement by Connecting Life and Learning
Employee Spotlight
Three Generations Experience National Heritage Academies Education
Employee Spotlight
NHA Educator Prioritizes Positive Relationship
Black History
Emerson Academy Students Celebrate Black History Month with Engaging Activities Throughout February
Employee Spotlight
NHA Educator’s Passion for Teaching Reading Reaches Students of All Ages
Community
North Dayton School of Discovery Celebrates Educational Options in Recognition of National School Choice Week
Student Spotlight
From India to the United States: No Distance Can Stop The Education of One North Carolina Student
Awards
NHA Students Honored as Nominees for Louisiana Student of the Year Program
Leadership
NHA Teachers: The Inspiration Behind the Work of this School Leader
Leadership
NHA Leader’s Passion for Inspiring People Drives His Continuous Commitment to Successfully Lead Urban Schools
Awards
National Heritage Academies Named One of the Nation’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For®
Leadership
Then and Now: A Series of Events that Built This Resilient NHA School Leader
Student Spotlight
Michigan Second Grade Charter School Student Publishes Children's Book Reflecting on Experience Learning Amid COVID-19
Teacher Spotlight
NHA Teacher Uses Virtual Lockers to Connect with Students
Giving Back
NHA Headquarters Hosts Supply Drive to Support Students Learning at Home
Setting NHA Schools Up for Success Starts with Safety
Leadership
Answering the Call to Serve: One Leader Shares What Keeps Him Motivated
Employee Spotlight
Safety and Health Specialist Goes Above and Beyond for Schools
Employee Spotlight
IT Technical Support Service Technicians are Key to 1:1 Chromebooks
Employee Spotlight
A Passion for Helping People Drives One Business Partner Consultant at NHA
Dismantling Stereotypes of Urban Education Ignites the Passionate Work of This Detroit School Leader
Employee Spotlight
A Passion for Fairness Motivates Special Education Supervisor at NHA
Special Guest
Jessica Minahan Joins NHA Educators to Offer Anxiety-Reducing Strategies for Students
Employee Spotlight
National Heritage Academies’ Secret Ingredient to Successful Parental Partnerships
Back to School
How One Award-Winning School is Successfully Navigating Remote Learning Space
Employee Spotlight
Senior Business Partner Supports Leaders
Student Life
Buffalo-area Student Publishes Children’s Book Aimed at Encouraging Others
Awards
Eleven Educators Across the United States Honored with Excellence in Teaching Award
Leadership
Believing in Others Makes All the Difference for This School Leader
Leadership
Empowering Women and Supporting Struggling Families are the Heart of this School Leader’s Work
Celebration
Four NHA Eighth-Grade Students Awarded $5,000 CollegeBound Scholarships in Surprise Celebrations
Community
NHA Reaches One Million Meals Served Throughout Coronavirus Pandemic
Press Release
National Heritage Academies School Leader Discusses Trauma in Education in Light of Mental Health Awareness Month
Press Release
Going Above and Beyond is the Heartbeat of National Heritage Academies During National Charter Schools Week
Celebration
Not All Heroes Wear Capes, They Teach: National Heritage Academies Celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week
Press Release
Atlanta Art Teacher Engages Students’ Creativity by Hosting Interactive Remote Learning Sessions
Technology
Eagle Crest, Oakside, and Taylor Prep Staff Connect with Students Through Videos
Community
Advantage Joins Forces with Community Partners to Distribute Food to Families in Need
Leadership
Serving others is fuel for this school leader
Moral Focus
During Times of Uncertainty NHA Demonstrates Moral Focus Virtues
Awards
NHA Teacher Named a Finalist for Regional Accolade Honoring Charter School Educators
Leadership
How Applying Real-life Educational Experience Led One NHA Leader to Success Within his Ohio Schools
Teacher Spotlight
NHA Kindergarten Class Learns the “Why”
Awards
Peak Charter Academy Receives National Accolade: 2020 Model School
Parent Tips
New and Improved NHA Blog
Leadership
What Our People Love Most About Working at NHA
Diversity
Black History Month is Brought to Life through Educational Innovation
Leadership
For one school leader, athletics and education go hand-in-hand
Awards
National Heritage Academies Recognized for Progressive Human Resource Practices
Community
Atlanta Students Are Seeing Clearly Following a Partnership with Pearle Vision and OneSight
Student Spotlight
The Art of Expression: N.C. Middle-schoolers’ Photography on Display at ‘The Met’
Classroom Culture
Second Grade Leads the Way at Knapp Charter Academy
Teacher Spotlight
Fifth-Grade Math at Advantage is Lit
Science
Endeavor Charter Academy Teacher Engages Students with Fun and Games in Science
Teacher Tips
NHA Teacher Uses Good News and Competitions to Engage Students
Teacher Spotlight
Detroit Enterprise Academy Teacher Brings “The Outsiders” to Life
Technology
Holland Students Practice Tech Skills During ‘Hour of Code’
Giving Back
Grand Rapids Students Donate Handmade Placemats to Support Area Homeless for Thanksgiving Community
Classroom Culture
Summerfield Charter Academy Teacher Makes Fun a Priority
STEM
Detroit Enterprise Academy Partners with the FCA Foundation and Cranbrook Institute of Science to Give Students Hands-on STEM Learning Experiences
Awards
West Michigan Students Celebrate 2019 National Blue Ribbon School Designation During Assembly
Holidays
National Heritage Academies Schools Honor Veterans
Community
Timberland Charter Academy Partners with Grand Valley State University for Male Mentorship Program
Holidays
Colorado Students Honored America’s Veterans During Special Veterans Day Assembly
Awards
National Heritage Academies Employee Inducted into US Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame
Classroom Culture
NHA Teacher Starts Intentional Acts of Kindness Challenge
Safety
National Heritage Academies Schools Celebrate Safe Schools Week
Student Spotlight
Canton Charter Academy Student Finalist in National Science Competition
Safety
National Heritage Academies Employees Celebrate Safe Office Week During America’s Safe Schools Week
Safety
In Honor of National Bullying Prevention Month, Taylor Exemplar Academy Partners with OK2SAY
Safety
Southside Academy Charter School Partnered with Rachel’s Challenge for Bullying Prevention
Teacher Spotlight
NHA Teacher Takes Students Under the Sea
Awards
NHA School Receives $5,000 Donation from FastMed Urgent Care in Give Back to School Sweepstakes
Giving Back
Knapp Charter Academy Donates $441 to American Red Cross While Paying Tribute to 9/11
Awards
Eagle Crest Charter Academy Named a 2019 National Blue Ribbon School
New School
New Charter School in Redford Celebrates Opening with Dedication and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Teacher Spotlight
Atlanta Heights Charter School Teacher Nominated for 2019-20 National LifeChanger of the Year Award
Leadership
National Heritage Academies Hosts Week-long Professional Development Conference
Awards
Eagle Awards 2019: National Heritage Academies Celebrates and Recognizes Staff
Leadership
Westfield Academy Announces School Leaders
Awards
Four Eighth-Grade Students Awarded $5,000 College Scholarships in Surprise Ceremonies
Celebration
Celebrating National Charter Schools Week
Awards
National Heritage Academies Receives Best and Brightest Honors
Awards
Eleven Teachers Across the United States Honored with Excellence in Teaching Award
Teacher Tips
How to Inspire Courage in the Classroom
Awards
Peak Charter Academy Honored with Two Maggy Awards
Academic Excellence
Stanford Study Finds National Heritage Academies Students Gain Months of Extra Learning Each Year
Family Activities
Celebrating Terrific Teachers!
Leadership
