Great Hearts Harveston

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Founded: 2023
(225) 416-7611

What is the school’s mission and philosophy? Great Hearts Academies is the country’s leading provider of classical education. We are dedicated to cultivating the minds and hearts of students through the pursuit of Truth, Goodness, and Beauty.

How does the school differentiate itself from other private schools in the area? Great Hearts Harveston is a tuition-free charter school that offers a private-school caliber education in a public school setting with a rigorous curriculum, nurturing environment, and classical approach. 

What are the core values that guide the school community?
Great Hearts Core Values:
Passionately Committed
Servant’s Heart
Team Player

Are there advanced placement, honors programs, or dual enrollment classes available?
There are three pathways to earning college credit while attending a Great Hearts Academy.
Dual Enrollment, Advanced Placement, and CLEP Testing.

What extracurricular activities and clubs are available?
Sports: football, basketball, soccer, track & field, cross country, volleyball, baseball, softball, swimming, dance
Club: chess, art, book, Tumbles, Girls on the Run, Young Rembrandts, Drawing, Afterschool program

How does the school foster a sense of community among students? The culture we strive to foster is based in sincere friendships around what is of enduring value: Truth, Goodness, and Beauty. 

How can parents get involved in the school community? Parent Service Organization: Our parents help shape the educational experience at GHH by volunteering before and after school:

School events
Reading groups
Lunchroom
Dads on Duty
Room Parents
Team Parents 

What percentage of graduates go on to college? 725 graduates in 2023