A Sleepover to Remember!
Highfields’ Reaching Higher After-School Program has been given the challenge of the year as teachers and students continue to adjust […]
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Reaching Higher
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More to Give
After 39 years of teaching government to high school students, Greg Clevenger felt he still had more to give. He
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Sharing Mindfulness in Schools
When it comes to extra-curricular activities for children, teaching mindfulness doesn’t seem to be the first choice. Yet, Reaching Higher
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Keeping the “Lights On”
“Nothing can dim the light which shines from within.” Maya Angelou, American poet and
Crystal sees positive changes in son Javon
“Reaching Higher has made a significant difference in my son’s life. Javon has become more social, active, and confident. Before Reaching
Hands-On Learning
Students in Highfields’ after school program, Reaching Higher, are opening their minds to new ideas thanks to a special program
Why is Jacob smiling?
Jacob likes technology, strategy games and science fiction, but he spends a lot of time alone, and has trouble making
The Sky’s the Limit for Kamren
Thirteen-year-old Kamren was struggling when she joined Highfields’ after school program, Reaching Higher. She was in 6th grade at
The Sky’s The Limit!
Reaching Higher benefits at-risk students “I love STEM!” said Hailie, a student in Highfields’ after-school program, Reaching Higher.
Community Supports “Salmon in the Classroom”
Thanks to partners in the community, Gardner Middle School’s Reaching Higher class successfully raised 150 salmon from fertilized eggs to