PHA in the News

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School, with its tuition-free program, continues to stand out as a school that not only teaches but also connects deeply with its community. Mercedes Escorihuela, the Spanish-speaking family liaison, shared with El Planeta how her role is key to ensuring that Latino families feel heard and supported within the school.

On May 8th, Prospect Hill Academy Charter School (PHA) was named one of 220 schools from 38 states across the country to receive a $5,000 grant through the Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries. This year, the Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries awarded over $1 million in library grants.

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School Boys basketball finished their season hosting and winning the first round of MIAA State D5 Tournament. Some other accomplishes to mention are, it was their first MCSAO Championship game they played in since 2011 (14years ago) and Dennis Orellana made Coach of the Year for the second time. Their league is split in 2 divisions North and South and they were Regular Season Champions for North Division. Here are some reflections about the season from the Athletic Director, Coach and players.

On the court and off it, Prospect Hill Academy girls basketball seniors Breanna St. Germain and Jordan St. Germain feel their twin connection is even greater than the stereotype. (Staff Photo/Stuart Cahill/Boston Herald)

Picture of the Week:
As part of learning about checks and balances in government, fifth graders at Prospect Hill Academy Charter School in Somerville participated in a simulation where they were either Supreme Court justices or representatives in Congress and debated and voted on proposed bills.