Highfields' Reaching Higher After-School Program has been given the challenge of the year as teachers and students continue to adjust to online learning. Last month, teachers from Attwood Elementary went…
Tag: After School
Thinking Outside the Box
Every year Highfields’ Reaching Higher after school program provides kids with the chance to have a summer camp experience. Although many camps have closed, it’s given staff the opportunity to…
“Learning at a Distance”
Education has taken a challenging turn during the COVID-19 pandemic. For after school programs like Reaching Higher, directing resources and students have taken a whole new form of creativity. Program…
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 students at North Elementary have been practicing mindfulness for the…
Keeping the “Lights On”
“Nothing can dim the light which shines from within.” Maya Angelou, American poet and rights activist. Highfields’ Reaching Higher after school…
Thinking Well
Thanks to a grant from the Granger Foundation, Highfields’ PRIDE staff has the most up-to-date training to help high-risk students succeed. Do you know how to walk up to…
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 Higher, Javon never really had friends. He was bullied at school…
Hands-On Learning
Students in Highfields’ after school program, Reaching Higher, are opening their minds to new ideas thanks to a special program with Jackson District Library. What do you get when…
Why is Jacob smiling?
Jacob likes technology, strategy games and science fiction, but he spends a lot of time alone, and has trouble making friends. When you give to Highfields, you help students like…
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 young salmon. “Salmon in the Classroom” is a program…