Do I need to purchase the classics to keep?
- We strongly encourage you to purchase these books for your family's use. This will enable students to make personal marks in the books which may be retained as students develop impressive personal libraries of classics over the course of their academic careers. The specific ISBN's for each text will enable the class to easily refer to a page number or specific passage during discussions. Families unable to purchase the books will be issued classroom copies. Students should not mark these books provided by GHLO, and will be asked to return the books in good condition once the class has finished working with the particular text. Classics to Keep are linked here.
Where can I find the supply list?
- The supply list is linked to our website under Family Resources. You can also find it linked here.
Where can I purchase uniforms?
What are the dress code requirements?
- Please see the attached Dress Code. The dress code guide covers uniforms, grooming, jewelry, athletic wear and more.
Do we need uniforms for Distance Learning?
- Your student will need a uniform during live instruction. A top is sufficient for most live instruction, but those activities that require a full view of the student (e.g., PE) will require a full uniform.
What grades will have lockers?
- Until social distancing measures are no longer required, students will not be using lockers.
Are rolling backpacks allowed?
- Rolling backpacks are not allowed.
Will face coverings be required?
- Face coverings will be required for all students, faculty, and staff. Please see our face covering guidelines for more detailed information including guidance for students in grades K-3.
What kind of face coverings are permitted?
- Shields, scarves, cloth or disposable masks are all permitted. Cloth masks may have simple patterns, but no visual elements of popular culture including brand logos. Please see our face covering guidelines for more detailed information.
Where will my student put their mask when they go outside?
- Students will be permitted to wear a small fanny pack for purposes of storing their mask and hand sanitizer when not in use. Fanny packs may be black or navy in color. A simple black or navy lanyard may also be used to secure the mask when not in use.
How many students are in each classroom?
- There are approximately 30 students per classroom in grades K-6, and approximately 26 students in 7th grade classrooms. These numbers will be impacted by the amount of families who choose distance learning. Each K-6 classroom will have a lead teacher and an apprentice teacher.
What languages are taught in what grades?
- Spanish will be taught in grades K-4.
- Latin will be taught in grades 5-7.
Is there a gifted and talented program?
- Great Hearts does not have a Gifted and Talented program. Our rich curriculum is selected to be challenging to students at various levels.
