The middle school and high school halls of Great Hearts Harveston in Baton Rouge came alive with activity as the upper school students gathered for the annual House Sorting Day, a tradition that builds community, cultivates leadership, and strengthens friendships at the Louisiana academy. House Sorting is a tradition across all Great Hearts academies, designed to... Read More »

Great Hearts had the honor of hosting U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon and Louisiana Superintendent Cade Brumley at Great Hearts Harveston in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This visit was part of Secretary McMahon’s Returning Education to the States tour. The fifty-state tour, aimed to empower families and hear from students, teachers, and leaders on best practices in their own communities,... Read More »

There is a new Head of School at Great Hearts Harveston in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and he’s ready to lead with a deep love for classical education and a commitment to his school community. Drew Thomas steps into the role with a vision for the future and a strong belief in the power of community,... Read More »

This article was written by Amanda McElfresh and originally published by The Advocate on June 29, 2025. View the original article here.  At Great Hearts Harveston, academic intervention is approached in a different way than at many other public-district schools. The academy’s program represents a daily commitment built into the fabric of every grade level... Read More »

We are pleased to announce Jason Doughty as the new Executive Director of Great Hearts Louisiana. He comes to this position with deep roots in Great Hearts and a dedication to human formation. Doughty brings a wealth of experience, spending half of his Great Hearts career opening new schools, and has a clear passion for... Read More »