Business Details
9 Years
experience
Project-Based Coastal Restoration Education in New Orleans
Founded in 2017, we are a progressive public charter high school in New Orleans dedicated to coastal restoration education. Our unique project-based learning model empowers students to address real-world environmental challenges while developing critical college and career readiness skills. Through community partnerships, mentorships, and hands-on experiences, we prepare students to become stewards of Louisiana's natural resources. Our eight-year journey has graduated four classes of innovative thinkers who continue to shape sustainable futures.We maintain rigorous academic standards while fostering personal growth through small learning communities called advisories. As a Type 2 charter school serving grades 9-12, we prioritize relationships and environmental stewardship in all aspects of our curriculum. Our location on St. Claude Avenue provides access to both urban and ecological learning environments.
Services
Coastal Restoration Education
Project-Based Learning
Community Partnerships
Dual Enrollment Programs
Student Mentorships
Outdoor Adventures
Human Centered Design
College & Career Preparation
Capstone Projects
Student Advisories
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We offer project-based learning focusing on coastal restoration.
- Our students engage with community mentors for real-world experience.
- We prepare students for college and careers through unique educational frameworks.
- We value relationships and student-centered learning.
- Our school emphasizes environmental stewardship and sustainability.
Services
Coastal Restoration Education
Our academic framework integrates coastal preservation into all subjects. Students work on real-world projects that address Louisiana's environmental challenges. We combine classroom learning with field experiences to create impactful educational opportunities.
Project-Based Learning
Students engage in hands-on projects that solve actual community problems. Our curriculum emphasizes practical application of knowledge through mentor-led initiatives. This approach develops critical thinking and problem-solving skills for college and career readiness.
Community Partnerships
We connect students with local professionals and organizations for authentic learning experiences. These partnerships provide mentorship opportunities and real-world context for academic concepts. Our network supports students in exploring various career pathways.
Dual Enrollment Programs
Students earn college credits while completing high school requirements. Our programs partner with local institutions to provide accessible higher education opportunities. This initiative bridges academic and professional preparation for post-graduation success.
Student Advisories
Small group advisories support student development through personalized relationships. Each advisory consists of 15 students who work closely with a faculty mentor throughout their high school journey. These communities foster academic growth and social-emotional learning.
People
Sunny Summers
Founding School Leader
Educational leader with eight years of experience establishing innovative learning programs in New Orleans. Spearheads coastal restoration-focused education initiatives that prioritize student agency and community impact.
Mary Jacobs Jones
Board Chair
Community advocate serving as board chair since the school's founding. Brings extensive governance experience focused on educational equity and environmental sustainability in southern Louisiana.
Dr. Joshua Washington
Executive Director
Educational administrator responsible for policy implementation and institutional compliance. Oversees academic programming and community engagement initiatives that align with the school's coastal restoration mission.
Questions
What makes New Harmony High School unique?
Our curriculum focuses on coastal restoration through project-based learning, combining environmental stewardship with college and career preparation using community partnerships.
What grades do you serve?
We serve students in grades 9 through 12, preparing them for post-secondary education and careers focused on environmental sustainability.
How does your advisory program work?
Each student joins a small learning community of 15 students led by a dedicated teacher mentor throughout their high school journey.
What experiential learning opportunities exist?
Students participate in fieldwork, mentorships, and community projects addressing real environmental challenges in Louisiana's ecosystems.
How can families get involved?
Parents engage through advisory support, community partnerships, and policy development that shapes our environmental education initiatives.
