Grades 7 & 8

Sharing two homerooms, the Sojourners bring their Academy Hill journey to a powerful conclusion and plot their paths to high school. They balance rigorous work across the disciplines with in-depth pursuit of personal interests. In writing, the plan is to have the student not just write but craft his or her writing which we see exhibited in long essays and stories. Grappling with complex multi-sided issues--current events like stem cells, or even to some degree...proofs in geometry. Students are encouraged to express their ideas about these issues in a clear and succinct manner. Students are asked to take greater responsibility in organizing their days and keeping track of assignments.  They work on time management and exhibit more independence in their studies in order to prepare them for high school. Sojourners leave Academy Hill ready to lead in even the most challenging of high school environments.

Mr. Bowman

M.Ed. Education, Lesley University
M.S. Mechanical Engineering, Clemson University
B.S. Mechanical Engineering, Clemson University
After eight years designing computer control systems for automobiles and three years designing and producing custom bicycle frames (including a pedal powered soap factory), Eric went back to school to become a teacher. His ability to explain math and science brings them to life.

Ms. Silver

M.Ed. Education (in progress), Springfield College,
B.S. English, University of Connecticut
The quintessential scholar-athlete, Megan Silver, earned four Big East Academic All-Star titles while she was captain of the UConn Huskies volleyball team.  In the library or on the court, she has a handle on what makes our type of adolescents tick..