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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
Reading
NHA Schools Celebrate Reading Month
Spring Break
NHA Experts Reveal Keys to Learning on Spring Break – Balance Fun & Education
Black History
NHA Schools Celebrate Black History Month
Careers
National Heritage Academies Partner-schools Emphasize Being ‘College- and Career-ready’
Celebration
Celebrating School Board Appreciation Month
Employee Spotlight
Agent of Change Keeps Things in Sync on the Ice
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
Holidays
Thanksgiving Holiday Pairs Well with Monthly Moral Focus Virtue for NHA Schools
Classroom Culture
NHA Schools Using CHAMPS To Bolster Student Success
Teacher Tips
5 Simple Self-Care Habits for Educators
Employee Spotlight
McCormick Turns Loss of Smell into Children’s Book
Safety
We Are Safety Smart: NHA Schools Celebrate Safe Schools Week
Employee Spotlight
Lego Master, IT Manager is Always Building Something
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
Moral Focus
Constitution Day Focuses on Citizenship, Moral Focus at NHA Schools
Awards
Two NHA Schools Earn National Blue Ribbon School Honor
Lunch Ideas
Fueling Young Minds With Healthy Sack Lunches
Back to School
NHA Educators Help Students Curb Back-to-School Anxiety
Back to School
Educators Share 5 Things Parents Can Do to Kick-Start the School Year
Back to School
Established Routines Help Teachers Keep Classrooms Running Smoothly
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
Awards
National Heritage Academies Soars with Eagle Awards
Moral Focus
Modeling Compassion Helps Students Learn and Apply What They See
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
Extracurricular
Michigan Scholars Sprint Back to NHA Statewide Cross Country Meet
Summer Break
Unlocking the Mysteries of the Lost and Found
College
College Decision Day Completes Years-long Process for NHA Students
Reading
National Heritage Academies Students Set Records, One Book at a Time
Moral Focus
Earth Day Activities Empower NHA Students to Help Less Fortunate, Get Creative
Black History
Black History Month Comes Alive with School Celebrations, Projects
Awards
Math Teacher Helps Students Recover as NHA Campus Becomes a ‘Comeback Campus’
Employee Spotlight
English Learner Teacher Helps Vista Achieve Award-winning Growth
Moral Focus
Focus on November: Safety, Sharing, and Life Lessons Featured in our Favorite Stories
Family
Focus on October: A Look Back on Favorite Stories Involving Fathers, Music, Teachers, and Red Carpet
Schools Give Politicians a Look at Charter School Experience
Professional Development
Teaching Teachers: Summer Learning Helps Educators Succeed in the Classroom
Employee Spotlight
Longtime NHA Educator Couldn’t Pass Up a Chance to Extend Her Impact as a DSQ
Community
Grandparents Day Is Honored by Students Across NHA Schools
From Teacher to Principal, School Leader is Thankful to be at NHA
Celebration
Eagle Awards Showcase Charter Schools’ Successes
CollegeBound Scholarship
Four Eighth-graders Awarded $5,000 College Scholarships, Get Jump Start on Paying for College
Employee Spotlight
Employee Spotlight: Advantage Charter Academy Teacher Changes Students’ Perceptions of Math
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 Georgia, New York, and North Carolina
Celebration
Teacher Appreciation: Celebrating Educators in Colorado, Louisiana, and Wisconsin
6th - 8th Grade
Two NHA Students Win Their Regional Spelling Bee, Going to Nationals
NHA Schools Get Creative for March is Reading Month Activities
National Heritage Academies Students Learn Heart Health, Save Lives
Four NHA Schools Named the 2022 No Kid Hungry School Breakfast Heroes
Moral Focus
Greensboro Academy Students Inspired by Meanings of Ashanti Symbols, Clothing Colors
Teacher Spotlight
Forsyth Academy Teacher Jessica Kennedy Wins Educator of Excellence Award
Community
Walker, Cross Creek Charter Academies Tackle Sudan Water Needs, Learn Valuable Lessons
Awards
U.S. News & World Report: National Heritage Academies Has Top 10 Best Charter Middle Schools in Michigan
Nutrition
A Parent’s Guide to Childhood Nutrition
Moral Focus
Finding the Good: Students Caught Being Kind
Recycling
Teach Your Kids to be Earth Conscious With These 10 Tips
National Recycling Day with David Padron
Health
Physical Activity Benefits for Students Create Life-long Habits
Employee Spotlight
Employee Spotlight: Staying Calm – One Willow Dean’s Philosophy on Safety
Student Engagement
Employee Spotlight: One Mountain View Educator's Passion for Student Empowerment
Safety
Employee Spotlight: Hurricane Ida and the Advantage Educator who Helped
Teacher Tips
Employee Spotlight: Talent Acquisition Consultant
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 Educator Shares Passion for Meaningful Relationships on The Teachers’ Lounge
Teacher Spotlight
Amanda Hall on The Teachers' Lounge
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: Curriculum and Instruction Intern Edition
High School
Grand River Prep’s MacKenzie Piper 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
Employee Spotlight
Enhancing Educational Excellence: The Mission of One School Leader
Celebration
Four Eighth-Grade Students Awarded $5,000 College Scholarships in Surprise Celebrations
Teacher Spotlight
Windemere Park Educator Fosters Student Relationships
Timberland Educator Believes All Students Can Learn
Teacher Tips
Breaking the Stigma of Children and Mental Illness During Mental Health Awareness Month
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
Community
What Matters Most in Piloting Urban Education Instruction
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
Reading
Apex Second Grader Publishes Children’s Book Sharing Her Experience Living with Hearing Aids
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
Science
Brooklyn Charter School Sparks Science Enthusiasm with Advanced Courses and Community Partnerships
Employee Spotlight
Three Generations Experience National Heritage Academies Education
Employee Spotlight
Brooklyn Excelsior Educator Prioritizes Positive Relationship
Black History
Emerson Academy Students Celebrate Black History Month with Engaging Activities Throughout February
Teacher Spotlight
Gate City Educator Believes Everyone is a Math Person
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
Inspire Charter Academy Students Honored as Nominees for Louisiana Student of the Year Program
Nutrition
National Heritage Academies Combats Food Insecurity with Meal Delivery Program
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
STEM
Grand River Academy Launches Program to Inspire Students’ Life-long Passion for STEM Education
Teacher Spotlight
Rolesville 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
Employee Spotlight
Prioritizing People: NHA Schools Recognized as a Metro Detroit Best and Brightest Companies to Work For®
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
Behind the Scenes of Efficiency at National Heritage Academies
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
Leadership
Authenticity and Compassion Moves One Michigan School Leader to Lead Others to Flourish
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
Holidays
National Heritage Academies Highlights Importance of Positive Male Role Models in Honor of Father’s Day
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
Coming Together While Staying Apart: NHA Founder J.C. Huizenga Sponsors The Groove to Support Frontline Healthcare Workers
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
Giving Back
National Heritage Academies Service Center Donates 130 Meals to Hospital Staff
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
Technology
NHA Schools Turn to Remote Learning to Continue Building Connections
Leadership
How Applying Real-life Educational Experience Led One NHA Leader to Success Within his Ohio Schools
Teacher Spotlight
Brooklyn Dreams Kindergarten Class Learns the “Why”
Awards
Peak Charter Academy Receives National Accolade: 2020 Model School
Awards
Flint-area School Recognized for Fostering Exceptional Character
Leadership
What Our People Love Most About Working at NHA
Diversity
Black History Month is Brought to Life through Educational Innovation at South Canton
Leadership
For one school leader, athletics and education go hand-in-hand
Awards
Hamtramck Academy Earns Top Spot in Ranking of Michigan’s Best Public Elementary schools
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
Leadership
What is a Director of School Quality?
Science
Endeavor Teacher Engages Students with Fun and Games in Science
Teacher Tips
Vista Teacher Uses Good News and Competitions to Engage Students
Teacher Spotlight
Detroit Enterprise Teacher Brings “The Outsiders” to Life
Giving Back
Detroit Students Partner with Operation Gratitude to Send Letters to Previous and Current Military Members
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
Teacher Spotlight
Forsyth Academy Teacher Uses Data to Reach Goals
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
Principal Spotlight
Dayton Educator Making Major Strides in Advancing School’s Academic Performance
Classroom Culture
Walker Charter Academy 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 Service Center Celebrates Safe Office 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
Knapp Charter Academy Teacher Takes Students Under the Sea
Awards
Grand River Academy Students Receive Scholarships Following Second Place Win on NBC’s “America’s Got Talent”
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
Awards
NHA Schools Rank Top Spots in 2020 Best Charter Elementary Schools in Michigan
Academic Excellence
National Heritage Academies Schools Rank Top Spots in 2020 Best Charter Elementary Schools in Michigan
Leadership
National Heritage Academies Hosts Week-long Professional Development Conference
Awards
Eagle Awards 2019: National Heritage Academies Celebrates and Recognizes Staff
STEM
Southside Academy Charter School Students to Compete in STEM-Focused Rocketry Challenge
STEM
All-Female Robotics Team Places Fourth in International Coding and Robotics Competition
Celebration
Celebrating National Charter Schools Week
Awards
National Heritage Academies Receives Best and Brightest Honors
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
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
Principal Spotlight
