Middle School
Middle School Faculty
Hackley’s Middle School teachers are dynamic and passionate about their work. They understand that “character is higher than intellect” and that effective effort leads to sustained academic achievement. They build engaging curriculum that develops curiosity and builds student leadership, where character work is implicit as students work collaboratively, “learn from varying perspectives,” and develop the tools to think deeply and critically.
Faculty & Staff
Faculty & Staff News
List of 8 news stories.
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Hackley Unveils First Female Faculty "Gargoyles"
On Thursday, Dec. 12, Hackley unveiled its first female "gargoyles" in honor of computer science teacher and the Dial advisor Anne Budlong and math and science teacher Kerry Clingen, acknowledging their more than 40 years (and counting!) of service to the School.Read More -
Hackley Perspectives: The Art of Creativity and Innovation – Three Disciplines, One Vision
In this month’s blog post on Hackley Perspectives, Department Chairs Bettie-Ann Candelora (Performing Arts), Greg Cice (Visual Arts) and Melissa Tranchida (Computer Science) reflect on how “with the opening of the new Center for the Creative Arts and Technology, Hackley has now truly elevated the arts and computer science on our campus.” Read the post here. -
Hackley Perspectives: Continuity and Change – The Power of Hackley Traditions
In this month’s blog post on Hackley Perspectives, Director of the Upper School Andy King reflects on the traditions — both “old” and “new” — that have shaped our history and elevate our sense of community. “The people participating in these traditions will change. The venues where these rites occur may also change as the campus evolves. What does not change is how these traditions celebrate and elevate Hackley’s core values and culture and bring joy and connection to our community.” Read the post here. -
A Monumental Undertaking: Hackley Arts Teacher Honors Mamaroneck’s Enslaved Population With Public Arts Project
When Hackley visual arts and ceramics teacher Sarah Coble learned that Mamaroneck, New York — a place she has lived for 32 years, the town where she raised her son — had a history of enslavement, she was shocked. “We always just assumed we were Underground Railroad territory — most people did,” Ms. Coble noted. “We’re all a little shocked by this news. … It’s a fascinating piece of our history, one that really takes some reckoning.”Read More -
Hackley Perspectives: Disconnect to Reconnect - Being Fully Present
In this month’s blog post on Hackley Perspectives, Head of School Charles Franklin discusses how putting away our smartphones can help us reconnect as a community. “What we want is for each and every student at Hackley to give their undivided attention to their education, their peers, their teachers and their school. We want them to form relationships with as many people as possible — people in different grades and people with different backgrounds. Being fully present, both with ourselves and for others, is perhaps our broadest generational challenge as a society.” Read the post here. -
New Employees Join the Hilltop
Hackley is excited to welcome 15 new Hornets to the Hilltop for the 2024-2025 academic year!Read More -
History Teacher and Director of Debate Steve Fitzpatrick Wins 2024 Rice Award
Congratulations to history teacher and Director of Debate Steve Fitzpatrick, the recipient of this year’s Anton and Lydia Rice Inspirational Teaching Award!Read More -
Hackley Perspectives: Reflection, Goals and Growth
In this month’s blog post on Hackley Perspectives, Upper School Counselor Katya Ostor discusses how to prioritize your mental health through reflection and setting goals for the future. “Mental health awareness looks different from one person to the next, and I encourage you to consider how it shows up for you, especially during one of the busiest times of the school year,” she shares. Read the post here.
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