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Employee Spotlight
Chad Fridsma Celebrating 24 Years of Purpose and People
Employee Spotlight
30 Years of Growing With NHA: Allison Wheeler’s Journey
Holidays
NHA Schools Spread Holiday Cheer Far and Wide
Employee Spotlight
30th Anniversary Spotlight: Tina Prichard from Startup to Lasting Impact
High School
Brooklyn Scholars, Riverton Families Explore High School Options in New York City
Awards
Niche: 13 NHA Partner Schools Earn Top-10 Rankings on Best Public Schools Lists
Holidays
Students Focus on Gratitude with Thanksgiving Projects
Focus on November: Reading Skills, Breast Cancer Awareness, Fall Festival, and a 28-year Journey
Sports
Back 2 Sports Kicks Off Another Year for Saturday Sports League
Awards
NHA School Named 2025 Michigan Blue Ribbon School
Safety
NHA Schools Celebrate Safe Schools Week
Moral Focus
Moral Focus Stuffed Animals Reinforce Character Lessons Through Connection
Celebration
Celebrating Culture and Community: NHA Schools Honor Hispanic Heritage Month
Awards
How NHA Schools Help Urban Students Close Achievement Gaps
Family Activities
NHA Schools Celebrate Grandparents’ Day
Employee Spotlight
From Music Teacher to Leader: Celebrating Wendy Barajas’ 27 Years with NHA
School Culture
Building a Strong Staff Community Sparks Student Success at National Heritage Academies
National Heritage Academies
NHA Schools Come Together for Family Fun at Cruisin’ Kids Fest
Moral Focus
Smiles Highlight Reading Time for NHA Author, IT Manager
Starting Kindergarten
How Kindergarten at NHA is Setting Students Up for Success
Awards
NHA® EdTech Team Recognized as Community Leader
Student Life
Focus on June: Life-saving Teamwork, a Healthy Heart Fundraiser, Civics Bee, and Career Days
Kindergarten Readiness
Apply Today for Kindergarten at National Heritage Academies
Health
NHA Schools Raise $98K for American Heart Association
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
History
North Carolina Teacher Recognized for ‘Passion’ She Has for History
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
Awards
U.S. News & World Report: National Heritage Academies Has 18 of the Best Charter Elementary, Middle Schools Across the Country
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
High School
Oxford Trip Gives NHA Students an Unmatched Academic, Cultural Experience
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
School Culture
Focus on August: Teacher of the Year Award, New Schools, and Attendance Winners
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
Awards
2024 Eagle Awards: Plymouth Scholars Earns Founder’s Award
Summer Learning
Ten Ways to Nurture Young Writers During the Summer
Summer Learning
Three Ways Summer Learning Benefits Scholars
Sports
South Canton Educator Engaging NHA Scholars, Community Through Basketball
Giving Back
Focus on May: Raising Money for Heart Health, Former Zookeeper Teacher, a Natural Hair Care Event, and Students Learn Healthy Habits
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
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
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 and Projects
Awards
Math Teacher Helps Students Recover as NHA Campus Becomes a ‘Comeback Campus’
Employee Spotlight
Former NHA Teacher Inspires Future Artists Through his Journey to the U.S.
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
Ward Expands his Successful Reach to More NHA Schools as DSQ
DSQ Spotlight
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: 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 Georgia, New York, and North Carolina
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
Celebration
National Heritage Academies Students Learn Heart Health, Save Lives
Awards
NHA Schools Recognized as 2021 Denver’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For®
Teacher Spotlight
NHA 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 MI
Science
Employee Spotlight: Spread Your Wings and Fly (Like a Butterfly)
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
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
Teacher Spotlight
NHA Educator with a Type B Personality Celebrates Uniqueness 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
Teacher Spotlight
Employee Spotlight: Detroit Merit Teacher’s Passion for Mental Health 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
High School
National Heritage Academies Celebrates 2021 High School Graduates
Employee Spotlight
Employee Spotlight: Curriculum and Instruction 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
Employee Spotlight
Employee Spotlight: Talent Acquisition Consultant Intern Edition
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
NHA Educator Fosters Student Relationships
Leadership
How One School Leader Comes Alongside Teachers to Promote Efficacy
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
Celebration
NHA Schools Honor Educators for Teacher Appreciation Week
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
Teacher Spotlight
Service-minded Educator Inspires Vanguard Charter Academy Students to Give Back
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
Math
National Heritage Academies Schools Tackle Math Anxiety by Offering Students Problem-based Curriculum
Science
Brooklyn Charter School Sparks Science Enthusiasm with Advanced Courses and Community Partnerships
Employee Spotlight
Three Generations Experience National Heritage Academies Education
Employee Spotlight
NHA Educator Prioritizes Positive Relationship
Diversity
Detroit Enterprise Moves for Change Through DEI Task Force
Teacher Spotlight
NHA 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
Teacher Spotlight
Employee Spotlight: Sibling Educators Make a Difference at Willow Charter Academy
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®
Teacher Spotlight
The Endeavor Charter Academy Student Who Came Back to Make A Difference
STEM
Grand River Academy Launches Program to Inspire Students’ Life-long Passion for STEM Education
Teacher Spotlight
NHA Teacher Uses Virtual Lockers to Connect with Students
Giving Back
NHA Headquarters Hosts Supply Drive to Support Students Learning at Home
Classroom Culture
National Public Charter School Network Offers Tips to Minimize Bullying in Remote Learning Spaces
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
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
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
Employee Spotlight
IT Business Systems Analyst Supports NHA Teachers
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
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
Community
Ohio Admissions Representative Continues Community Involvement During Pandemic
Holidays
National Heritage Academies Highlights Importance of Positive Male Role Models in Honor of Father’s Day
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
Press Release
Coming Together While Staying Apart: NHA Founder J.C. Huizenga Sponsors The Groove to Support Frontline Healthcare Workers
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
Giving Back
National Heritage Academies Service Center Donates 130 Meals to Hospital Staff
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
Technology
NHA Schools Turn to Remote Learning to Continue Building Connections
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
Awards
Flint-area School Recognized for Fostering Exceptional Character
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
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
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
Leadership
What is a Director of School Quality?
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
Giving Back
Detroit Students Partner with Operation Gratitude to Send Letters to Previous and Current Military Members
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
Teacher Spotlight
Forsyth Academy Teacher Uses Data to Reach Goals
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
Principal Spotlight
Dayton Educator Making Major Strides in Advancing School’s Academic Performance
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
National Heritage Academies Service Center Celebrates Safe Office Week
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
Grand River Academy Students Receive Scholarships Following Second Place Win on NBC’s “America’s Got Talent”
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
Academic Excellence
National Heritage Academies Schools Rank Top Spots in 2020 Best Charter Elementary Schools in Michigan
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
STEM
All-Female Robotics Team Places Fourth in International Coding and Robotics Competition
Celebration
Celebrating National Charter Schools Week
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
Awards
Peak Charter Academy Honored with Two Maggy Awards
Leadership
National Heritage Academies Names New CEO
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