Testimonials

"At John Hay, we try to integrate all the different curriculum areas. So in math or science we'll bring in art and writing; the students have to explain themselves and present it, too. The more integrated the learning, the more exciting it is for students. They learn more, too, because they begin to see the connections. --Astrid Feldman, 3rd Grade Teacher

"Six years ago we were looking at schools and exploring the possibilities for our own children. One of the reasons we were drawn to John Hay was because of the strong art program here. Looking at a variety of schools, both public and private, we walked away saying that John Hay offered as much if not more than any private school we were seeing. We just knew it was the right place for our family." --Carolyn Grane, Art Teacher and Parent

"I have no doubt that my children are getting the core foundation of education they need and that is the most important thing, the most important reason that they're here. But the enrichment programs at John Hay - Spanish, music, art, after-school sports and so forth - are the things that make their life fuller. My daughter is in first grade this year and is in the literacy program and she is just flourishing. She could read before, but now she has a great interest in reading; and when she reads aloud she reads aloud with enthusiasm. She just can't wait to go to school!" -- Peggy Vert, Parent

"In their last year at John Hay, students get to go to camp. They go to Islandwood and the whole experience is magical. The best part of camp for me is when I see kids interacting with other kids that they usually don't interact with and working toward a common goal. I see them struggle and make connections in a way they never have before inside the classroom. It's really a neat thing." -- Gini Powers, 5th Grade Teacher

"The most important thing is having hope, and the Autism Inclusion Program here at John Hay gave me that hope. Seeing my daughter participating as an equal participant in her class, now I have all kinds of faith that she has a bright future in front of her." -- Noelle Foster, Parent