After years without a senior class trip, a beloved Harley tradition is back! This fall, the senior class will travel to Atlanta from October 8–10 for a unique, immersive learning experience focused on history, culture, and social connection.
The destination is no accident. As the birthplace of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and a central hub of the modern civil rights movement, Atlanta offers students an unparalleled opportunity to learn history right where it happened.
“Atlanta is an incredibly diverse, robust city that many of our students might never otherwise see,” said Head of Upper School Marissa De Siena. “In today’s climate, where political and regional polarization is so strong, we saw this as a chance to help students experience another part of the country, understand its history and break down barriers of otherness.”
The itinerary is packed with meaningful stops, including the King Center, Ebenezer Baptist Church, Sweet Auburn, the Apex Museum of African American History, and Centennial Olympic Park. Students will also visit local colleges and engage with Atlanta’s urban landscape, helping to prepare them for future experiences in higher education and beyond.
Harley educators believe that on-the-ground experiences foster empathy, understanding, and joy in learning—core values of the school’s philosophy. This experiential trip is part of Harley’s broader commitment to providing students with opportunities that nurture informed decision-making and global awareness.
