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Featured
Awards
Louisiana Schools Earn Top Gains Honors Through Focused Approach Built on Encouragement
Black History
Celebrating Black History Month at NHA® Schools
Reading
NHA Experts Provide Tips for Struggling Readers
Gratitude
Relationship Week Fosters Connection, Boosts Confidence at Ohio Schools
Community
Focus on January
Health
NHA Teachers Encourage Kids to Keep Moving During Winter Months
Math
How Students Can Turn Math Anxiety into Math Confidence
Holidays
NHA Schools Celebrate Holiday Season
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
Safety
Protect Your Safety Online, Say NHA IT Experts
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
Awards
Two National Heritage Academies Schools Named 2024 National Blue Ribbon Schools
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
Parent Tips
NHA Educators: Study Habits Improve with Parental Involvement
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
Summer Learning
Three Ways Summer Learning Benefits Scholars
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
Celebration
Focus on March: A Look Back on Black History Month, Empowering Young Ladies of Detroit, A Dean of Excellence, and a Chilly Fundraiser
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
Careers
National Heritage Academies Partner-schools Emphasize Being ‘College- and Career-ready’
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
Academic Excellence
U.S. News & World Report: National Heritage Academies Has Top 10 Best Charter Middle Schools in Michigan
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
McCormick Turns Loss of Smell into Children’s Book
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
Parent Tips
National Heritage Academies Leaders Weigh in on When to Seek Tutoring
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
NHA Educators Help Students Curb Back-to-School Anxiety
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
Summer Learning
National Heritage Academies Partner-schools Put New Spin on Summer Learning
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
CollegeBound Scholarship
Four Eighth-Graders Awarded $5,000 as Recipients of CollegeBound™ Scholarship
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
Reading
National Heritage Academies Students Set Records, One Book at a Time
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’
Employee Spotlight
NHA English Learner Teacher Helps Vista Achieve Award-winning Growth
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
Professional Development
Teaching Teachers: Summer Learning Helps Educators Succeed in the Classroom
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
Celebration
Eagle Awards Showcase Charter Schools’ Successes
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
Mental Health
Mental Health Not a Taboo Topic at NHA Schools
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
NHA Schools Get Creative for March is Reading Month Activities
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
Teacher Spotlight
NHA Teacher Jessica Kennedy Wins Educator of Excellence Award
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)
Nutrition
A Parent’s Guide to Childhood Nutrition
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
Health
Physical Activity Benefits for Students Create Life-long Habits
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
Teacher Tips
Employee Spotlight: Talent Acquisition Consultant
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
Teacher Spotlight
Employee Spotlight: Detroit Merit Teacher’s Passion for Mental Health on The Teachers’ Lounge
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
National Heritage Academies Celebrates 2021 High School Graduates
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
Employee Spotlight
Employee Spotlight: Talent Acquisition Consultant Intern Edition
Teacher Spotlight
NHA Educator Fosters Student Relationships
NHA Educator Believes All Students Can Learn
Employee Spotlight
NHA Employee Takes Life in Stride
Leadership
How One School Leader Comes Alongside Teachers to Promote Efficacy
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
Celebration
NHA Schools Honor Educators for Teacher Appreciation Week
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
Teacher Spotlight
Service-minded Educator Inspires Vanguard Charter Academy Students to Give Back
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
Math
National Heritage Academies Schools Tackle Math Anxiety by Offering Students Problem-based Curriculum
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
Diversity
Detroit Enterprise Moves for Change Through DEI Task Force
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
Teacher Spotlight
Employee Spotlight: Sibling Educators Make a Difference at Willow Charter Academy
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
The Endeavor Charter Academy Student Who Came Back to Make A Difference
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
Classroom Culture
National Public Charter School Network Offers Tips to Minimize Bullying in Remote Learning Spaces
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
Back to School
Special Education Expert Offers Tips to Reduce Student Anxiety as Kids Return to School Amid COVID-19
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
IT Business Systems Analyst Supports NHA Teachers
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
Alumni
Metro Charter Academy Alumni to Attend Prestigious Medical Program Honored as First Black Salutatorian
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
Leadership
Shared Life Experiences Motivate this School Leader to Coach and Inspire Her Staff
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
Press Release
Pinnacle Academy Principal Drives Academic Success with Remote Learning
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
NHA Schools Distribute Over 200,000 Meals to Communities
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
Student Spotlight
Young Paragon Charter Academy Student Publishes First Book
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
Classroom Culture
This NHA Kindergarten Class is Engaged and Ready to Learn
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
Awards
Apex-area Charter School Honored with Two Back-to-Back Maggy Awards
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’
Classroom Culture
Cross Creek Charter Academy Teacher Encourages Collaboration
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
Student Life
Cincinnati Students Learn the Impact of Sustainability and Recycling through Green Team
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
Awards
South Arbor Charter Academy Celebrates 20 Years Serving Community
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
Teacher Spotlight
NHA Teacher Creates Sensory Paths
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
Teacher Spotlight
Paragon’s Award-Winning Middle School Teacher Puts A Spin on Book Reports
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
Student Spotlight
Atlanta Heights Charter School Board Awards Deserving Student the 2019 AHCS Trailblazer Scholarship
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
STEM
Southside Academy Charter School Students to Compete in STEM-Focused Rocketry Challenge
Awards
National Heritage Academies Receives Best and Brightest Honors
Awards
Eleven Teachers Across the United States Honored with Excellence in Teaching Award
Awards
Plymouth-Canton Middle School Students Awarded First Place in Annual Website Design Competition
STEM
Southside Academy Students to Compete in STEM-Focused Robotics Challenge
Family Activities
Celebrating Terrific Teachers!
Leadership
National Heritage Academies Names New CEO
Principal Spotlight
