The Chapel Hill News page is our blog for parents, teachers, school districts, our community partners and others interested in our school and special education.
Here you’ll find posts about our academic and therapeutic programs, teaching strategies, events, student achievements, staff highlights, and more. Enjoy!
Great Outdoors
This fall, middle school students took a hike at the Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area in Montvale.
2019-20 First Marking Period Progress
It has only been 60 days since our students celebrated the first day of school, and look how much they have already accomplished…
Art Happenings Take Students on A Trip to South America
This fall, art classes at Chapel Hill Academy took a South America tour as they explored the theme of the “No Drama Llama.”
Diane Somers Recognized for Leadership
Diane Somers, Director of Chapel Hill Academy, has been recognized by ASAH, a statewide membership association comprised of more than 130 specialized schools. In November, she received the 2019 ASAH President’s Award for her leadership and vision.
Elementary School World Language Opens Doors to Cultural Understanding
In our elementary Spanish classes, the students learned about the Mexican holiday “Dia de los Muertos” or the Day of the Dead. Dia de los Muertos is a holiday that celebrates friends and relatives that have died and aims to make sure their memories live on in their community.
Lego City Helps Students Build Skills
At Chapel Hill Academy, students are building confidence, joint attention, focus, negotiation skills, and problem solving with Lego®.
A Hop, Skip, and a Jump
A new sensory hallway at Chapel Hill Academy is giving students the chance to burn off energy and learn to self-regulate so they can be ready for academic learning in the classroom
John Farris Named 2019 Ruth K. Newman Award Recipient
John Farris has been awarded the 2019 Ruth K. Newman Award for Excellence by the Council of Private Schools for Children with Special Needs.
CHA Spring 2019 Career Fair – Photo Gallery
Thanks to all our presenters, attendees and volunteers who made our recent Career Fair at Chapel Hill Academy such a great success. Here’e a gallery of photos from our event. Enjoy!
Interest in Biology “Takes Root” Through Hydroponic Gardening
Chapel Hill Academy received two of these towers, which students helped to construct and continue to maintain. Hydroponic gardening is a form of indoor gardening where plants are grown year round without soil.
