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 »

At Great Hearts Harveston, Jasmine Theyard is making her mark as the Manager of Campus Operations. “I was drawn to the school’s core values of being a passionately committed team player with a servant’s heart,” she shared. She thrives behind the scenes, overseeing and optimizing the systems that keep the school running smoothly. “I thrive on problem-solving,... Read More »

Rooted in Community: The Families Behind Great Hearts Harveston Many of our parents can likely relate to the bold “leap” that Laura Metcalf, a parent of a first grader at Great Hearts Harveston, made when she decided to enroll her child in a brand-new public charter school in its second year. GIVE TO GREAT HEARTS... Read More »