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Message from the Superintendent
Dear Alumni, Donors and Friends,
As we start another school year, I am excited to share some great news with you about the development and progress of our Academy over the past year. It has been a year of tremendous growth and success, and I could not be more proud of our community’s achievements.
FIRST AND FOREMOST, the Academy has seen impressive growth during this year’s student lottery, adding nearly 140 new students to our already vibrant and talented student body. This accomplishment is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our faculty and staff who continue to deliver high-quality education to our students, especially Bronda Williams, our Recruitment and Community Outreach Coordinator.
SECONDLY, employee satisfaction, trust, and confidence have increased as evidenced by a teacher satisfaction survey and through one-on-one retention interviews. Our teachers are the backbone of Harding Fine Arts Academy, and their well-being is crucial to ensuring that our students receive the best possible education. We are committed to supporting our teachers in every way possible – emotionally, financially, and socially – and we are thrilled to see that our efforts are making a difference. To advance this goal we offered retention bonuses to all returning teachers and are diligently working to increase faculty and staff salaries across the board.
FINALLY, during this school year over $1 million has been invested in supplies, equipment, and curriculum development. These investments will enable us to provide our students and teachers with the tools and resources they need to excel in their academic pursuits and creative endeavors. Our commitment to providing a high-quality education for our students is unwavering, and these investments are just one example of that commitment.
As we look forward to the future, I am inspired by the passion and dedication of our students, teachers, and community. Together, we will continue to build on our success and create a brighter future for all.
Thank you for your ongoing support and generosity. Your contributions are truly making a difference in the lives of our students and our community.
Sincerely,
Taylor C. Stanton
Superintendent
Harding Fine Arts Academy
