In honor of National Teacher Appreciation Week and National Nurse Appreciation Week, Great Hearts Harveston is proud to highlight two outstanding members of their community, Chiemenam Azubogu, a third grade apprentice teacher, and Davida Fisher, the school nurse. Both exemplify the heart of our purpose to cultivate the minds and hearts of our students while... Read More »
For the students at Great Hearts Harveston in Baton Rouge, McKenna Kelley Doughty is known as a dedicated apprentice teacher. But her background is rooted in elite athletics and a family legacy that includes one of the most celebrated gymnasts in history. Her mother, Mary Lou Retton, was a gold medal gymnast in the 1984... Read More »
Ethan Galindo’s journey to success at Great Hearts Harveston is one of resilience and determination. As a Spanish-speaking fourth grader, he has faced challenges far beyond the classroom, overcoming language barriers, cultural shifts, and the uncertainty of starting over in a new country. In December 2023, Ethan and his family relocated from Honduras to Louisiana in search of... Read More »
For Caroline Plaisance, an art teacher at Great Hearts Harveston, art has always been a natural and joyful part of life. Growing up in Baton Rouge, she developed a deep love for creativity from an early age, which led her to pursue a career in teaching young scholars the Truth, Goodness, and Beauty that can... Read More »
Before heading out to winter break for some much-needed rest and time with family, the scholars and faculty at Great Hearts Harveston in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, enjoyed their second annual “Hot Cocoa with the Head of School.” This heartwarming event offered a chance to pause, connect, and enjoy cups of hot chocolate paired with some sweet treats. Though... Read More »