Dr. Wagner Duarte is a music teacher at Great Hearts Harveston in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. But his lifelong love for music began in the small coastal city of Maceió, located in the northeast region of Brazil, where he was surrounded by music from an early age. “I grew up in a family of musicians,” recalled... Read More »

Each year, Great Hearts parents have a unique opportunity to take over their child’s seat in class and gain a comprehensive understanding of a typical school day during Curriculum Night. This event, held within the first few weeks of the school year, allows parents a moment to step into their child’s shoes for an evening, and... Read More »

  In its first year as a K-7 academy in Baton Rouge, the 2023-2024 school year at Great Hearts Harveston was marked by exceptional growth and achievement within our kindergarten reading program. Guided by the Spalding method, our approach to literacy has empowered students to not only meet, but surpass grade-level expectations in reading proficiency.... Read More »

The Kinder Readiness program at Great Hearts Harveston in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, proved to be a positive experience for its young scholars. Over the course of two weeks, from June 3 to June 14, incoming kindergarten students were introduced to the foundational elements of their future education while becoming familiar with the school environment and... Read More »

Is your preschooler gearing up for kindergarten? Give them a head start with the Kinder Readiness program at Great Hearts Harveston! From June 3rd to 14th, 2024, we’re launching a fun-filled two-week program in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, aimed at preparing your little one for their big school debut. Running daily from 8:00 am to 12:00... Read More »