Upper School
Upper School Welcome
Hackley Upper School students may best be described as "engaged" -- working closely with teachers and peers within a challenging and diverse curriculum that balances required courses with elective offerings. Our community’s larger values also contribute to the vibrant and enriching academic experience.
Hackley Upper School students exhibit an enthusiasm for learning, a curiosity about their school work and the wider world, and an eagerness to ask challenging questions of their teachers, their classmates and themselves. Our students learn that asking questions and seeking out assistance in order to gain a deeper understanding of their coursework is a sign of academic strength, not a sign of weakness.
The values of the broader Hackley community are also central to the academic life of the Upper School. We encourage a culture of respect and integrity. The words most frequently chosen by Upper School students when asked to describe Hackley are “Community,” “Friendly,” and “Home.” As one of our recent graduates remarked, “It’s cool to care at Hackley.”
The values of the broader Hackley community are also central to the academic life of the Upper School. We encourage a culture of respect and integrity. The words most frequently chosen by Upper School students when asked to describe Hackley are “Community,” “Friendly,” and “Home.” As one of our recent graduates remarked, “It’s cool to care at Hackley.”
Andy King
Upper School Director
Upper School Director
News
List of 12 news stories.
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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 Celebrates Opening of Center for the Creative Arts and Technology
Excitement filled the air on the Hilltop as Hackley students and employees gathered for a ribbon cutting ceremony marking the official opening of the Center for the Creative Arts and Technology!Read More -
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. -
Hackley’s Upper School Debate Team Kicks Off Season With Strong Performances
Hackley Debate launched its 2024-2025 season with two key tournaments this September.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. -
Hackley Community Kicks Off School Year at Convocation Ceremony
The first week of school is always an exciting time on the Hilltop! This week, we delighted in reconnecting with Hackley families and students, and on Thursday morning, Head of School Charles Franklin, Community Council President Rafael Castro '25 and Associate Head of School Dr. Cyndy Jean formally welcomed the Hackley Community to the academic year at Convocation 2024.Read More -
New Employees Join the Hilltop
Hackley is excited to welcome 15 new Hornets to the Hilltop for the 2024-2025 academic year!Read More -
Science Research Students Advance in International Research Olympiad
In March, science research students Katherine Chen ’24, Alicia Zhu ’25, Jimmy Mulosmani ’25 and Elan Suttiratana ’26 participated in the first-ever International Research Olympiad (IRO), dedicated to honing analytical and critical thinking skills for student researchers — essential in scientific exploration.Read More -
Hackley Debate Team Captain Wins Inaugural "Talk With Me: Debate to Deflect Hate" Competition
Congratulations to debate team captain Vivek Malik ’25 on winning the inaugural "Talk With Me: Debate to Deflect Hate" competition, which Hackley participated in this spring.Read More -
Hackley Shines at MATE World Championships in Underwater Robotics
Read MoreFive talented Hackley students recently competed in the prestigious MATE World Championships in Kingsport, Tennessee. This event, known as "Innovators of the Deep: The Ultimate Underwater Robotics Showdown," drew brilliant minds from across the globe to showcase their engineering prowess. -
ISRP Sophomores Participate in Somers Science Fair
Nine sophomore Independent Science Research Program students participated in the Somers Science Research Fair on Saturday, June 1.Read More
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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
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