Jody Folley stands tall as a pillar of Great Hearts, both literally and figuratively at 6’1”. “I truly enjoy the act of teaching because I love building relationships with my students and being part of their growth process,” said Jody Folley. “I have high expectations for my students, but I get away with it because they […] Read More »

Penny Carpenter attributes her musical abilities to her grandmother. “[She] was a pianist and played virtually everything by ear. She used to play old showtunes and hymns while our family sang along.” Carpenter began her musical journey at the age of six. Accompanying choirs in her youth, she discovered her calling as a music teacher, emphasizing […] Read More »

Through the pursuit of Truth, Goodness, and Beauty, Great Hearts Academies stand as pillars of classical education, dedicated to shaping the minds and hearts of tomorrow’s leaders. It’s with immense pride that we announce an exciting new chapter in our story: the launch of our first-ever student-led newscast, “Great Hearts, Great Stories.” Each episode aims […] Read More »

Great Hearts is offering a series of In-Person Hiring Events in February, to connect aspiring educators and school staff directly with school leaders who are hiring for the 2024-2025 school year! As you probably already know, these events in general can be exhilarating and exhausting all at the same time. And sometimes, they may induce a […] Read More »

Join us for an enlightening experience at the 2024 National Symposium for Classical Education, where Tom Doebler, the Senior National Director of Exceptional Student Services at Great Hearts, will be leading an insightful workshop. This event, set to take place from March 20-22 at the Phoenix Convention Center, is proudly hosted by the Great Hearts […] Read More »