Mr. Samuel Heisman, Founding Head of School at Great Hearts Harveston, reflected on conveying the Great Hearts model of classical education in a new region. “I admit…I was not a stellar student in high school or in undergraduate studies. In high school I lacked the drive to learn; and, in college, I found it, but […] Read More »

“We learn best in community, by listening to one another, sharing our convictions in good will, and refining our ideas over time according to a shared standard of truth.  The great legacy of Western Culture, from Socrates to today, is that sincere conversation about matters of great importance essential to human flourishing, refining our own […] Read More »

Dr. Toyin Atolagbe, Headmaster at Archway Classical Academy Lincoln, recently shared her story, from the classical education that she received in Nigeria to her journey as a leader at Great Hearts. When I think of the kind of education I received in Nigeria, I remember the words of Plato, “You know also that the beginning […] Read More »

There is a joy in reading. For most Great Hearts lower schools one day is set aside to participate in the tradition of Literary Character Day.  Students and teachers dress up as their favorite literary or historical figure – whether hero, heroine, protagonist, antagonist, prop, or event – they are all represented.  The day includes […] Read More »

The unique culture that you find at any Great Hearts Academy is much more than just a series of buzzwords found in a handbook.  It is a significant part of our DNA and what makes our schools intentionally stand out from the rest.  It is our exceptional culture that makes our academies enticing for a […] Read More »