Success From Day One!
Our team at East Hills Academy avidly awaits the first day of school with excitement! The Summer Teacher Academy began on July 13, and teachers are participating through in-depth training on the curriculum and culture. Furthermore, members of our team have prepared for the opening of East Hills for months and years! The first day […]
Why East Hills Academy Offers Art & Music Every Day
Fine Arts play a vital role at East Hills Academy because a child’s holistic development cannot be achieved without an understanding of the tenets of beauty afforded to humanity through art and music. The unique qualities of these content areas present valuable opportunities for students to recognize, imitate, and engage in beauty in the world. […]
Beyond the Content: What True Academic Excellence Looks Like
Excellent instruction in the formal sense entails more than just efficient and expert delivery of content matter. Excellent instruction also requires curriculum research, vetting, design, and training. Our academic team at East Hills Academy has been working hard for months to ensure that we present a beautifully aligned curriculum that embodies the mission of East […]
Why Small Classes Matter!
A Socratic quote that often guides me to reflection is, “Education is the kindling of a flame, not the filling of a vessel.” This expression of sentiment toward the educational process speaks to igniting a passion for learning in students by inviting them into the joy and wonder of the subject matter. At East Hills […]
Why I Moved from Texas to Join East Hills Academy
The desire to serve and help others has been nurtured in me since childhood. Through my upbringing and professional experience, I have been surrounded by individuals who not only took the time to encourage and challenge me but also gave me space to refine my skills as an educator. I am immensely grateful for the […]
Why Does Knowledge Matter? (Our Focus on Kindling a Love of Knowledge)
Knowledge is important because one’s ability to thrive and contribute in a community requires a prerequisite set of skills. This truth has stood the test of time, as generations have embraced and built upon the knowledge of their ancestors. Think of a gardener: Without a basic understanding of a plant’s needs, the gardener will face […]
Why Does Character Matter? (Our Focus on Kindling a Love of Virtue)
Character is the expression of one’s innermost being: the convictions, beliefs, and essence of “right and wrong.” When one’s character lacks formation, freedom is misguided and liberty is unattainable. At East Hills Academy, we kindle character formation both through modeling and explicit instruction. We embrace compassion as we teach young students how to make choices […]