Spring Break 2020
3 Days of Harley at Home Commons curriculum
All Ages
Nursery
Lower School
Middle School
Upper School
Full Schedule
Monday
Head of School Email – April 5, 2020
...
One of our Upper Schoolers reflects on her experience of “Harley at Home.”
...
Larry’s The Weekly – April 24, 2020
...
Larry’s The Weekly – April 17, 2020
...
Head of School Email – March 30, 2020
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Head of School Email – March 29, 2020
...
Community Helpers, Holly Brown P ‘30
...
Broadway Dreams, Schedule posted at 10:55am daily
...
1-2 pm, New York City Ballet star Tiler Peck, all levels ballet class
...
Meditation: Loosen the Grip of Fear and Anxiety
...
Community Helpers – Dr. Christine Arigo, Pediatrician
...
Community Helpers – John Urtis, Pilot
...
Meditation: Walking Meditation
...
Interview with Restaurant Owners, Alison and Gino Ruggiero
...
Interview with Emily Mendolia, 2nd Grade teacher in Greece Central School District
...
Sports Tips: Golf – the basic swing and tips, grades 2-12
...
Capstone Projects: Next Steps, Gwyn Gutheil ‘19 and Niles Jones ‘19
...
NYC Ballet principal classes (some featuring her young daughter as well)
...
Contemporary Ballet Class
...
Alumni Advice with Lily Frye ‘12
...
Community Helpers – Jennel Frere, Nurse
...
Five Steps For How To Start a Home Garden
...
Sports Tips: Baseball/Softball – swing and hitting tips, grades 2-12
...
Ballet, pilates, core workout with top ballet dancers
Dancewear Royale is hosting a series of teachers on its Instagram account. And better yet, they’re posting the classes to IGTV, so you can check them out anytime. The classes range from ballet to pilates to core workout.
Alumni Advice with Lily Frye ‘12
...
Pollinator Project
...
Community Helpers – Dr. Juliea McCall, Veterinarian
...
Sports Tips: Golf – putting
...
Community Helpers – Karsten Solberg, Architect
...
Daily Challenges and Trips with Kima Enerson, Maker Educator
...
Concert: Moon Songs by Ashley and Steve Danyew
...
Science Insights with Josh Frye ‘15
...
Story Time, “The Marvelous Toy” with Jay Stetzer
Listen to Jay spin his wonderful magic as he incorporates his story within a song.
Mindful Presence: How to Eat More Mindfully (kids)
...
Film Industry Discussion with Wayne Holt (extended day staff and film aficionado)
...
Documentary, “The Promise of Biomimicry”
Ever wonder how an idea inspired by nature gets brought to market? Biomimicry looks to the natural world for creative, sustainable solutions to solve our greatest design challenges.
Rochester and the Erie Canal
...
Capstone Projects: Next Steps, Lily Glaser ‘19 (Gap year abroad)
...
Capstone Projects: Next Steps with Suzannah Sheeran ‘19
...
Morning Workout with Dan Deckman – Running: Getting Started
...
Concert – guitar/mandolin/ukulele
...
Community Helpers – Alisa Kim and Ryan Palmitesso P ‘34
...
Community Helpers – Jason Speirs, Tennis Coach
...
Film Industry Discussion with Richard Simon ’20
Michael Frank interviews, film student
Concert – Soprano
...
Community Helpers – Dr. Steven Schulz, Pediatrician
...
Community Helpers – Pedro Hoil, Chef
...
Sports Tips: Baseball/Softball – fielding tips, grades 2-12
...
Community Helpers – Rose Beauchamp, Dance Instructor
...
Community Helpers – Jacqueline Moe, Dance Teacher
...
Kids Yoga with Jenny Palsey
...
Podcasts for Theater Buffs
Anytime: podcasts for theater buffs
Community Helpers – Aaron Smith, Firefighter
...
Creative Dance for LS
...
Concert with the Nance family, P ’16
Join the Nance family as they share about their instruments, tell about the various instrument families, and play some beautiful Bach together.
COVID-19 – 3/14/20
...
COVID-19 – 3/12/20
...
COVID-19 – 3/7/20
...
COVID-19 – 3/3/20
...
Head of School Email – April 5, 2020
...
Pi Day: Middle School Math (Both Fun and Delicious)
Pi Day: Middle School Math (Both Fun and Delicious)
Mindfulness and Recess Make A Difference
Recess and Mindfulness Make a Difference in Middle School
Middle School MathCounts Team Competes at RIT
Middle School MathCounts team competes at RIT
Season 7 Episode 01 – Climate Change
Joy In Learning: Episode 22, Diversity in Education
...
Middle School Teachers Focus on Supporting Our Students
Middle School Teachers Focus on Supporting Our Students
Grade 4: Punkin’ Chunkin’, STEAM in Action
Developed four years ago, the project culminates in an outdoor (weather permitting) test launch where students take turns hurling pumpkins into mid-air and cheering one another on.
Our Student Mental Health and Wellness Approach
...
Teaching Applied Empathy to Our Children
...
Sink and Float: Hands on Learning in a Primary Class
...
Grade 9, “Rights and Responsibilities” class, field study
...
Oaks and Acorns: April 2019
A monthly note from Head of School, Larry Frye.
Oaks and Acorns: February 2019
A monthly note from Head of School, Larry Frye.
Oaks and Acorns: January 2019
A monthly note from Head of School, Larry Frye.
Skye Mossbrook: School and Slopes
Senior Skye Mossbrook discusses two of his favorite things: mogul skiing and Harley faculty.
Motor Skill Development in Action in Our Primary Classrooms
Motor skill development is an important part of our Primary classrooms.
Oaks and Acorns: December 2018
A monthly note from our Head of School, Larry Frye.
Oaks and Acorns: November 2018
A monthly note from our Head of School, Larry Frye.
Podcast: “The Harley Parley”, Halloween Special
Our Middle School students produce a weekly podcast, The Harley Parley.
Biomimicry Students Win Environmental Innovation Award
Today, there is a growing awareness of the need for children to take risks in play as well as to conduct play in natural settings. Outdoor play and learning have been part of Harley since our very beginning.
Oaks and Acorns: October 2018
A monthly note from Head of School, Larry Frye.
Gettin’ Gritty=Student Success
The Harley School teaches resilience, conscientiousness, optimism, self-control, and grit—they make a big difference in academic success.
The World According to Gilbert: Meet Harley Alum and Middle School History Teacher, Doug Gilbert ’87
Meet Harley alumnus, Middle School History teacher, intrepid globe trekker, and all-round bundle of energy, Doug Gilbert.
How we encourage and support risk-taking
Three of our faculty talk about the ways they encourage risk-taking in students, how they facilitate it, and what it means for their learning.
Oaks and Acorns: September 2018
A monthly note from our Head of School, Larry Frye.
Oaks and Acorns
So said Max in Where the Wild Things Are, a Frye family favorite
Oaks and Acorns: Special Playground Edition
An update from Head of School, Larry Frye.
A Parent’s Guide to Back to School
Parent Council Co-Chair, Diana Palotas, shares tips for parents to prepare for the coming school year.
Tips to Make a Smooth Transition to School for Lower School (N-4)
Tips to Make a Smooth Transition to Lower School when summer ends.
Biomimicry Global Design Challenge: The Harley School’s Biomimicry Club Places Third with huMANGROVE
The Upper School Biomimicry Club at The Harley School recently earned third place in the Biomimicry Institute’s national Biomimicry Youth Design Challenge.
Oaks and Acorns: August 2018
“The mind is not a vessel to be filled, it is a fire to be ignited.” So wrote the ancient Greek philosopher Plutarch in Moralia, and this sentiment has been repeated by educational thinkers ever since.
Winslow Natural Playground & Outdoor Learning Center
Today, there is growing awareness of the need for children to take risks in play as well as to conduct play in natural settings. Outdoor play and learning has been part of Harley since our very beginning.
Learn More: Joy of Summer Nursery!
Our Summer Nursery is a great way to keep busy learning, exploring and having fun year-round!
Harley Bird Garden
When news of the Bird Sleuth program came to us last fall, a core group of teachers at the Harley School committed to writing a project proposal.
The Harley School’s History of Caring: Crafting Generations of Involved, Compassionate Citizens
Among the five core elements of The Harley School mission is showing students how to care for the world and the people in it. This is deeply rooted in the origins of the School.
The Harley School’s Microfarm: Student-led Redesign
The Capstone Program offers Harley seniors an experience typically reserved for college or graduate school students. In the spirit of our school motto, Become What Thou Art, the Capstone Program provides students with an opportunity to pursue an untapped talent or explore a subject they’re passionate about, under the guidance of a faculty advisor.
Historic Announcement from The Harley School!
The Sands Family Foundation has announced a historic $3 million gift to The Harley School.
Podcast: “Joy in Learning” -College Entrance Preparation
College preparation is much more than just grades and testing ability. Learn about what it means to be both “college ready” followed by “out-of-the-basement” ready.
From Maker Space to Stage!
From Maker Space to Stage!
Pi Day: Middle School Math (Both Fun and Delicious)
Each year on March 14th (in other words, 3/14!), grade 6 students at The Harley School celebrate Pi Day. This event originated over 20 years ago because I thought it would be fun for the kids to learn about circles in a way that’s different from their daily routine.
Tuesday
Head of School Email – April 5, 2020
...
One of our Upper Schoolers reflects on her experience of “Harley at Home.”
...
Larry’s The Weekly – April 24, 2020
...
Larry’s The Weekly – April 17, 2020
...
Head of School Email – March 30, 2020
...
Head of School Email – March 29, 2020
...
Community Helpers, Holly Brown P ‘30
...
Broadway Dreams, Schedule posted at 10:55am daily
...
1-2 pm, New York City Ballet star Tiler Peck, all levels ballet class
...
Meditation: Loosen the Grip of Fear and Anxiety
...
Community Helpers – Dr. Christine Arigo, Pediatrician
...
Community Helpers – John Urtis, Pilot
...
Meditation: Walking Meditation
...
Interview with Restaurant Owners, Alison and Gino Ruggiero
...
Interview with Emily Mendolia, 2nd Grade teacher in Greece Central School District
...
Sports Tips: Golf – the basic swing and tips, grades 2-12
...
Capstone Projects: Next Steps, Gwyn Gutheil ‘19 and Niles Jones ‘19
...
NYC Ballet principal classes (some featuring her young daughter as well)
...
Contemporary Ballet Class
...
Alumni Advice with Lily Frye ‘12
...
Community Helpers – Jennel Frere, Nurse
...
Five Steps For How To Start a Home Garden
...
Sports Tips: Baseball/Softball – swing and hitting tips, grades 2-12
...
Ballet, pilates, core workout with top ballet dancers
Dancewear Royale is hosting a series of teachers on its Instagram account. And better yet, they’re posting the classes to IGTV, so you can check them out anytime. The classes range from ballet to pilates to core workout.
Alumni Advice with Lily Frye ‘12
...
Pollinator Project
...
Community Helpers – Dr. Juliea McCall, Veterinarian
...
Sports Tips: Golf – putting
...
Community Helpers – Karsten Solberg, Architect
...
Daily Challenges and Trips with Kima Enerson, Maker Educator
...
Concert: Moon Songs by Ashley and Steve Danyew
...
Science Insights with Josh Frye ‘15
...
Story Time, “The Marvelous Toy” with Jay Stetzer
Listen to Jay spin his wonderful magic as he incorporates his story within a song.
Mindful Presence: How to Eat More Mindfully (kids)
...
Film Industry Discussion with Wayne Holt (extended day staff and film aficionado)
...
Documentary, “The Promise of Biomimicry”
Ever wonder how an idea inspired by nature gets brought to market? Biomimicry looks to the natural world for creative, sustainable solutions to solve our greatest design challenges.
Rochester and the Erie Canal
...
Capstone Projects: Next Steps, Lily Glaser ‘19 (Gap year abroad)
...
Capstone Projects: Next Steps with Suzannah Sheeran ‘19
...
Morning Workout with Dan Deckman – Running: Getting Started
...
Concert – guitar/mandolin/ukulele
...
Community Helpers – Alisa Kim and Ryan Palmitesso P ‘34
...
Community Helpers – Jason Speirs, Tennis Coach
...
Film Industry Discussion with Richard Simon ’20
Michael Frank interviews, film student
Concert – Soprano
...
Community Helpers – Dr. Steven Schulz, Pediatrician
...
Community Helpers – Pedro Hoil, Chef
...
Sports Tips: Baseball/Softball – fielding tips, grades 2-12
...
Community Helpers – Rose Beauchamp, Dance Instructor
...
Community Helpers – Jacqueline Moe, Dance Teacher
...
Kids Yoga with Jenny Palsey
...
Podcasts for Theater Buffs
Anytime: podcasts for theater buffs
Community Helpers – Aaron Smith, Firefighter
...
Creative Dance for LS
...
Concert with the Nance family, P ’16
Join the Nance family as they share about their instruments, tell about the various instrument families, and play some beautiful Bach together.
COVID-19 – 3/14/20
...
COVID-19 – 3/12/20
...
COVID-19 – 3/7/20
...
COVID-19 – 3/3/20
...
Head of School Email – April 5, 2020
...
Pi Day: Middle School Math (Both Fun and Delicious)
Pi Day: Middle School Math (Both Fun and Delicious)
Mindfulness and Recess Make A Difference
Recess and Mindfulness Make a Difference in Middle School
Middle School MathCounts Team Competes at RIT
Middle School MathCounts team competes at RIT
Season 7 Episode 01 – Climate Change
Joy In Learning: Episode 22, Diversity in Education
...
Middle School Teachers Focus on Supporting Our Students
Middle School Teachers Focus on Supporting Our Students
Grade 4: Punkin’ Chunkin’, STEAM in Action
Developed four years ago, the project culminates in an outdoor (weather permitting) test launch where students take turns hurling pumpkins into mid-air and cheering one another on.
Our Student Mental Health and Wellness Approach
...
Teaching Applied Empathy to Our Children
...
Sink and Float: Hands on Learning in a Primary Class
...
Grade 9, “Rights and Responsibilities” class, field study
...
Oaks and Acorns: April 2019
A monthly note from Head of School, Larry Frye.
Oaks and Acorns: February 2019
A monthly note from Head of School, Larry Frye.
Oaks and Acorns: January 2019
A monthly note from Head of School, Larry Frye.
Skye Mossbrook: School and Slopes
Senior Skye Mossbrook discusses two of his favorite things: mogul skiing and Harley faculty.
Motor Skill Development in Action in Our Primary Classrooms
Motor skill development is an important part of our Primary classrooms.
Oaks and Acorns: December 2018
A monthly note from our Head of School, Larry Frye.
Oaks and Acorns: November 2018
A monthly note from our Head of School, Larry Frye.
Podcast: “The Harley Parley”, Halloween Special
Our Middle School students produce a weekly podcast, The Harley Parley.
Biomimicry Students Win Environmental Innovation Award
Today, there is a growing awareness of the need for children to take risks in play as well as to conduct play in natural settings. Outdoor play and learning have been part of Harley since our very beginning.
Oaks and Acorns: October 2018
A monthly note from Head of School, Larry Frye.
Gettin’ Gritty=Student Success
The Harley School teaches resilience, conscientiousness, optimism, self-control, and grit—they make a big difference in academic success.
The World According to Gilbert: Meet Harley Alum and Middle School History Teacher, Doug Gilbert ’87
Meet Harley alumnus, Middle School History teacher, intrepid globe trekker, and all-round bundle of energy, Doug Gilbert.
How we encourage and support risk-taking
Three of our faculty talk about the ways they encourage risk-taking in students, how they facilitate it, and what it means for their learning.
Oaks and Acorns: September 2018
A monthly note from our Head of School, Larry Frye.
Oaks and Acorns
So said Max in Where the Wild Things Are, a Frye family favorite
Oaks and Acorns: Special Playground Edition
An update from Head of School, Larry Frye.
A Parent’s Guide to Back to School
Parent Council Co-Chair, Diana Palotas, shares tips for parents to prepare for the coming school year.
Tips to Make a Smooth Transition to School for Lower School (N-4)
Tips to Make a Smooth Transition to Lower School when summer ends.
Biomimicry Global Design Challenge: The Harley School’s Biomimicry Club Places Third with huMANGROVE
The Upper School Biomimicry Club at The Harley School recently earned third place in the Biomimicry Institute’s national Biomimicry Youth Design Challenge.
Oaks and Acorns: August 2018
“The mind is not a vessel to be filled, it is a fire to be ignited.” So wrote the ancient Greek philosopher Plutarch in Moralia, and this sentiment has been repeated by educational thinkers ever since.
Winslow Natural Playground & Outdoor Learning Center
Today, there is growing awareness of the need for children to take risks in play as well as to conduct play in natural settings. Outdoor play and learning has been part of Harley since our very beginning.
Learn More: Joy of Summer Nursery!
Our Summer Nursery is a great way to keep busy learning, exploring and having fun year-round!
Harley Bird Garden
When news of the Bird Sleuth program came to us last fall, a core group of teachers at the Harley School committed to writing a project proposal.
The Harley School’s History of Caring: Crafting Generations of Involved, Compassionate Citizens
Among the five core elements of The Harley School mission is showing students how to care for the world and the people in it. This is deeply rooted in the origins of the School.
The Harley School’s Microfarm: Student-led Redesign
The Capstone Program offers Harley seniors an experience typically reserved for college or graduate school students. In the spirit of our school motto, Become What Thou Art, the Capstone Program provides students with an opportunity to pursue an untapped talent or explore a subject they’re passionate about, under the guidance of a faculty advisor.
Historic Announcement from The Harley School!
The Sands Family Foundation has announced a historic $3 million gift to The Harley School.
Podcast: “Joy in Learning” -College Entrance Preparation
College preparation is much more than just grades and testing ability. Learn about what it means to be both “college ready” followed by “out-of-the-basement” ready.
From Maker Space to Stage!
From Maker Space to Stage!
Pi Day: Middle School Math (Both Fun and Delicious)
Each year on March 14th (in other words, 3/14!), grade 6 students at The Harley School celebrate Pi Day. This event originated over 20 years ago because I thought it would be fun for the kids to learn about circles in a way that’s different from their daily routine.
Wednesday
Head of School Email – April 5, 2020
...
One of our Upper Schoolers reflects on her experience of “Harley at Home.”
...
Larry’s The Weekly – April 24, 2020
...
Larry’s The Weekly – April 17, 2020
...
Head of School Email – March 30, 2020
...
Head of School Email – March 29, 2020
...
Community Helpers, Holly Brown P ‘30
...
Broadway Dreams, Schedule posted at 10:55am daily
...
1-2 pm, New York City Ballet star Tiler Peck, all levels ballet class
...
Meditation: Loosen the Grip of Fear and Anxiety
...
Community Helpers – Dr. Christine Arigo, Pediatrician
...
Community Helpers – John Urtis, Pilot
...
Meditation: Walking Meditation
...
Interview with Restaurant Owners, Alison and Gino Ruggiero
...
Interview with Emily Mendolia, 2nd Grade teacher in Greece Central School District
...
Sports Tips: Golf – the basic swing and tips, grades 2-12
...
Capstone Projects: Next Steps, Gwyn Gutheil ‘19 and Niles Jones ‘19
...
NYC Ballet principal classes (some featuring her young daughter as well)
...
Contemporary Ballet Class
...
Alumni Advice with Lily Frye ‘12
...
Community Helpers – Jennel Frere, Nurse
...
Five Steps For How To Start a Home Garden
...
Sports Tips: Baseball/Softball – swing and hitting tips, grades 2-12
...
Ballet, pilates, core workout with top ballet dancers
Dancewear Royale is hosting a series of teachers on its Instagram account. And better yet, they’re posting the classes to IGTV, so you can check them out anytime. The classes range from ballet to pilates to core workout.
Alumni Advice with Lily Frye ‘12
...
Pollinator Project
...
Community Helpers – Dr. Juliea McCall, Veterinarian
...
Sports Tips: Golf – putting
...
Community Helpers – Karsten Solberg, Architect
...
Daily Challenges and Trips with Kima Enerson, Maker Educator
...
Concert: Moon Songs by Ashley and Steve Danyew
...
Science Insights with Josh Frye ‘15
...
Story Time, “The Marvelous Toy” with Jay Stetzer
Listen to Jay spin his wonderful magic as he incorporates his story within a song.
Mindful Presence: How to Eat More Mindfully (kids)
...
Film Industry Discussion with Wayne Holt (extended day staff and film aficionado)
...
Documentary, “The Promise of Biomimicry”
Ever wonder how an idea inspired by nature gets brought to market? Biomimicry looks to the natural world for creative, sustainable solutions to solve our greatest design challenges.
Rochester and the Erie Canal
...
Capstone Projects: Next Steps, Lily Glaser ‘19 (Gap year abroad)
...
Capstone Projects: Next Steps with Suzannah Sheeran ‘19
...
Morning Workout with Dan Deckman – Running: Getting Started
...
Concert – guitar/mandolin/ukulele
...
Community Helpers – Alisa Kim and Ryan Palmitesso P ‘34
...
Community Helpers – Jason Speirs, Tennis Coach
...
Film Industry Discussion with Richard Simon ’20
Michael Frank interviews, film student
Concert – Soprano
...
Community Helpers – Dr. Steven Schulz, Pediatrician
...
Community Helpers – Pedro Hoil, Chef
...
Sports Tips: Baseball/Softball – fielding tips, grades 2-12
...
Community Helpers – Rose Beauchamp, Dance Instructor
...
Community Helpers – Jacqueline Moe, Dance Teacher
...
Kids Yoga with Jenny Palsey
...
Podcasts for Theater Buffs
Anytime: podcasts for theater buffs
Community Helpers – Aaron Smith, Firefighter
...
Creative Dance for LS
...
Concert with the Nance family, P ’16
Join the Nance family as they share about their instruments, tell about the various instrument families, and play some beautiful Bach together.
COVID-19 – 3/14/20
...
COVID-19 – 3/12/20
...
COVID-19 – 3/7/20
...
COVID-19 – 3/3/20
...
Head of School Email – April 5, 2020
...
Pi Day: Middle School Math (Both Fun and Delicious)
Pi Day: Middle School Math (Both Fun and Delicious)
Mindfulness and Recess Make A Difference
Recess and Mindfulness Make a Difference in Middle School
Middle School MathCounts Team Competes at RIT
Middle School MathCounts team competes at RIT
Season 7 Episode 01 – Climate Change
Joy In Learning: Episode 22, Diversity in Education
...
Middle School Teachers Focus on Supporting Our Students
Middle School Teachers Focus on Supporting Our Students
Grade 4: Punkin’ Chunkin’, STEAM in Action
Developed four years ago, the project culminates in an outdoor (weather permitting) test launch where students take turns hurling pumpkins into mid-air and cheering one another on.
Our Student Mental Health and Wellness Approach
...
Teaching Applied Empathy to Our Children
...
Sink and Float: Hands on Learning in a Primary Class
...
Grade 9, “Rights and Responsibilities” class, field study
...
Oaks and Acorns: April 2019
A monthly note from Head of School, Larry Frye.
Oaks and Acorns: February 2019
A monthly note from Head of School, Larry Frye.
Oaks and Acorns: January 2019
A monthly note from Head of School, Larry Frye.
Skye Mossbrook: School and Slopes
Senior Skye Mossbrook discusses two of his favorite things: mogul skiing and Harley faculty.
Motor Skill Development in Action in Our Primary Classrooms
Motor skill development is an important part of our Primary classrooms.
Oaks and Acorns: December 2018
A monthly note from our Head of School, Larry Frye.
Oaks and Acorns: November 2018
A monthly note from our Head of School, Larry Frye.
Podcast: “The Harley Parley”, Halloween Special
Our Middle School students produce a weekly podcast, The Harley Parley.
Biomimicry Students Win Environmental Innovation Award
Today, there is a growing awareness of the need for children to take risks in play as well as to conduct play in natural settings. Outdoor play and learning have been part of Harley since our very beginning.
Oaks and Acorns: October 2018
A monthly note from Head of School, Larry Frye.
Gettin’ Gritty=Student Success
The Harley School teaches resilience, conscientiousness, optimism, self-control, and grit—they make a big difference in academic success.
The World According to Gilbert: Meet Harley Alum and Middle School History Teacher, Doug Gilbert ’87
Meet Harley alumnus, Middle School History teacher, intrepid globe trekker, and all-round bundle of energy, Doug Gilbert.
How we encourage and support risk-taking
Three of our faculty talk about the ways they encourage risk-taking in students, how they facilitate it, and what it means for their learning.
Oaks and Acorns: September 2018
A monthly note from our Head of School, Larry Frye.
Oaks and Acorns
So said Max in Where the Wild Things Are, a Frye family favorite
Oaks and Acorns: Special Playground Edition
An update from Head of School, Larry Frye.
A Parent’s Guide to Back to School
Parent Council Co-Chair, Diana Palotas, shares tips for parents to prepare for the coming school year.
Tips to Make a Smooth Transition to School for Lower School (N-4)
Tips to Make a Smooth Transition to Lower School when summer ends.
Biomimicry Global Design Challenge: The Harley School’s Biomimicry Club Places Third with huMANGROVE
The Upper School Biomimicry Club at The Harley School recently earned third place in the Biomimicry Institute’s national Biomimicry Youth Design Challenge.
Oaks and Acorns: August 2018
“The mind is not a vessel to be filled, it is a fire to be ignited.” So wrote the ancient Greek philosopher Plutarch in Moralia, and this sentiment has been repeated by educational thinkers ever since.
Winslow Natural Playground & Outdoor Learning Center
Today, there is growing awareness of the need for children to take risks in play as well as to conduct play in natural settings. Outdoor play and learning has been part of Harley since our very beginning.
Learn More: Joy of Summer Nursery!
Our Summer Nursery is a great way to keep busy learning, exploring and having fun year-round!
Harley Bird Garden
When news of the Bird Sleuth program came to us last fall, a core group of teachers at the Harley School committed to writing a project proposal.
The Harley School’s History of Caring: Crafting Generations of Involved, Compassionate Citizens
Among the five core elements of The Harley School mission is showing students how to care for the world and the people in it. This is deeply rooted in the origins of the School.
The Harley School’s Microfarm: Student-led Redesign
The Capstone Program offers Harley seniors an experience typically reserved for college or graduate school students. In the spirit of our school motto, Become What Thou Art, the Capstone Program provides students with an opportunity to pursue an untapped talent or explore a subject they’re passionate about, under the guidance of a faculty advisor.
Historic Announcement from The Harley School!
The Sands Family Foundation has announced a historic $3 million gift to The Harley School.
Podcast: “Joy in Learning” -College Entrance Preparation
College preparation is much more than just grades and testing ability. Learn about what it means to be both “college ready” followed by “out-of-the-basement” ready.
From Maker Space to Stage!
From Maker Space to Stage!
Pi Day: Middle School Math (Both Fun and Delicious)
Each year on March 14th (in other words, 3/14!), grade 6 students at The Harley School celebrate Pi Day. This event originated over 20 years ago because I thought it would be fun for the kids to learn about circles in a way that’s different from their daily routine.
Thursday
Head of School Email – April 5, 2020
...
One of our Upper Schoolers reflects on her experience of “Harley at Home.”
...
Larry’s The Weekly – April 24, 2020
...
Larry’s The Weekly – April 17, 2020
...
Head of School Email – March 30, 2020
...
Head of School Email – March 29, 2020
...
Community Helpers, Holly Brown P ‘30
...
Broadway Dreams, Schedule posted at 10:55am daily
...
1-2 pm, New York City Ballet star Tiler Peck, all levels ballet class
...
Meditation: Loosen the Grip of Fear and Anxiety
...
Community Helpers – Dr. Christine Arigo, Pediatrician
...
Community Helpers – John Urtis, Pilot
...
Meditation: Walking Meditation
...
Interview with Restaurant Owners, Alison and Gino Ruggiero
...
Interview with Emily Mendolia, 2nd Grade teacher in Greece Central School District
...
Sports Tips: Golf – the basic swing and tips, grades 2-12
...
Capstone Projects: Next Steps, Gwyn Gutheil ‘19 and Niles Jones ‘19
...
NYC Ballet principal classes (some featuring her young daughter as well)
...
Contemporary Ballet Class
...
Alumni Advice with Lily Frye ‘12
...
Community Helpers – Jennel Frere, Nurse
...
Five Steps For How To Start a Home Garden
...
Sports Tips: Baseball/Softball – swing and hitting tips, grades 2-12
...
Ballet, pilates, core workout with top ballet dancers
Dancewear Royale is hosting a series of teachers on its Instagram account. And better yet, they’re posting the classes to IGTV, so you can check them out anytime. The classes range from ballet to pilates to core workout.
Alumni Advice with Lily Frye ‘12
...
Pollinator Project
...
Community Helpers – Dr. Juliea McCall, Veterinarian
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Sports Tips: Golf – putting
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Community Helpers – Karsten Solberg, Architect
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Daily Challenges and Trips with Kima Enerson, Maker Educator
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Concert: Moon Songs by Ashley and Steve Danyew
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Science Insights with Josh Frye ‘15
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Story Time, “The Marvelous Toy” with Jay Stetzer
Listen to Jay spin his wonderful magic as he incorporates his story within a song.
Mindful Presence: How to Eat More Mindfully (kids)
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Film Industry Discussion with Wayne Holt (extended day staff and film aficionado)
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Documentary, “The Promise of Biomimicry”
Ever wonder how an idea inspired by nature gets brought to market? Biomimicry looks to the natural world for creative, sustainable solutions to solve our greatest design challenges.
Rochester and the Erie Canal
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Capstone Projects: Next Steps, Lily Glaser ‘19 (Gap year abroad)
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Capstone Projects: Next Steps with Suzannah Sheeran ‘19
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Morning Workout with Dan Deckman – Running: Getting Started
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Concert – guitar/mandolin/ukulele
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Community Helpers – Alisa Kim and Ryan Palmitesso P ‘34
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Community Helpers – Jason Speirs, Tennis Coach
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Film Industry Discussion with Richard Simon ’20
Michael Frank interviews, film student
Concert – Soprano
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Community Helpers – Dr. Steven Schulz, Pediatrician
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Community Helpers – Pedro Hoil, Chef
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Sports Tips: Baseball/Softball – fielding tips, grades 2-12
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Community Helpers – Rose Beauchamp, Dance Instructor
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Community Helpers – Jacqueline Moe, Dance Teacher
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Kids Yoga with Jenny Palsey
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Podcasts for Theater Buffs
Anytime: podcasts for theater buffs
Community Helpers – Aaron Smith, Firefighter
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Creative Dance for LS
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Concert with the Nance family, P ’16
Join the Nance family as they share about their instruments, tell about the various instrument families, and play some beautiful Bach together.
COVID-19 – 3/14/20
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COVID-19 – 3/12/20
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COVID-19 – 3/7/20
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COVID-19 – 3/3/20
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Head of School Email – April 5, 2020
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Pi Day: Middle School Math (Both Fun and Delicious)
Pi Day: Middle School Math (Both Fun and Delicious)
Mindfulness and Recess Make A Difference
Recess and Mindfulness Make a Difference in Middle School
Middle School MathCounts Team Competes at RIT
Middle School MathCounts team competes at RIT
Season 7 Episode 01 – Climate Change
Joy In Learning: Episode 22, Diversity in Education
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Middle School Teachers Focus on Supporting Our Students
Middle School Teachers Focus on Supporting Our Students
Grade 4: Punkin’ Chunkin’, STEAM in Action
Developed four years ago, the project culminates in an outdoor (weather permitting) test launch where students take turns hurling pumpkins into mid-air and cheering one another on.
Our Student Mental Health and Wellness Approach
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Teaching Applied Empathy to Our Children
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Sink and Float: Hands on Learning in a Primary Class
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Grade 9, “Rights and Responsibilities” class, field study
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Oaks and Acorns: April 2019
A monthly note from Head of School, Larry Frye.
Oaks and Acorns: February 2019
A monthly note from Head of School, Larry Frye.
Oaks and Acorns: January 2019
A monthly note from Head of School, Larry Frye.
Skye Mossbrook: School and Slopes
Senior Skye Mossbrook discusses two of his favorite things: mogul skiing and Harley faculty.
Motor Skill Development in Action in Our Primary Classrooms
Motor skill development is an important part of our Primary classrooms.
Oaks and Acorns: December 2018
A monthly note from our Head of School, Larry Frye.
Oaks and Acorns: November 2018
A monthly note from our Head of School, Larry Frye.
Podcast: “The Harley Parley”, Halloween Special
Our Middle School students produce a weekly podcast, The Harley Parley.
Biomimicry Students Win Environmental Innovation Award
Today, there is a growing awareness of the need for children to take risks in play as well as to conduct play in natural settings. Outdoor play and learning have been part of Harley since our very beginning.
Oaks and Acorns: October 2018
A monthly note from Head of School, Larry Frye.
Gettin’ Gritty=Student Success
The Harley School teaches resilience, conscientiousness, optimism, self-control, and grit—they make a big difference in academic success.
The World According to Gilbert: Meet Harley Alum and Middle School History Teacher, Doug Gilbert ’87
Meet Harley alumnus, Middle School History teacher, intrepid globe trekker, and all-round bundle of energy, Doug Gilbert.
How we encourage and support risk-taking
Three of our faculty talk about the ways they encourage risk-taking in students, how they facilitate it, and what it means for their learning.
Oaks and Acorns: September 2018
A monthly note from our Head of School, Larry Frye.
Oaks and Acorns
So said Max in Where the Wild Things Are, a Frye family favorite
Oaks and Acorns: Special Playground Edition
An update from Head of School, Larry Frye.
A Parent’s Guide to Back to School
Parent Council Co-Chair, Diana Palotas, shares tips for parents to prepare for the coming school year.
Tips to Make a Smooth Transition to School for Lower School (N-4)
Tips to Make a Smooth Transition to Lower School when summer ends.
Biomimicry Global Design Challenge: The Harley School’s Biomimicry Club Places Third with huMANGROVE
The Upper School Biomimicry Club at The Harley School recently earned third place in the Biomimicry Institute’s national Biomimicry Youth Design Challenge.
Oaks and Acorns: August 2018
“The mind is not a vessel to be filled, it is a fire to be ignited.” So wrote the ancient Greek philosopher Plutarch in Moralia, and this sentiment has been repeated by educational thinkers ever since.
Winslow Natural Playground & Outdoor Learning Center
Today, there is growing awareness of the need for children to take risks in play as well as to conduct play in natural settings. Outdoor play and learning has been part of Harley since our very beginning.
Learn More: Joy of Summer Nursery!
Our Summer Nursery is a great way to keep busy learning, exploring and having fun year-round!
Harley Bird Garden
When news of the Bird Sleuth program came to us last fall, a core group of teachers at the Harley School committed to writing a project proposal.
The Harley School’s History of Caring: Crafting Generations of Involved, Compassionate Citizens
Among the five core elements of The Harley School mission is showing students how to care for the world and the people in it. This is deeply rooted in the origins of the School.
The Harley School’s Microfarm: Student-led Redesign
The Capstone Program offers Harley seniors an experience typically reserved for college or graduate school students. In the spirit of our school motto, Become What Thou Art, the Capstone Program provides students with an opportunity to pursue an untapped talent or explore a subject they’re passionate about, under the guidance of a faculty advisor.
Historic Announcement from The Harley School!
The Sands Family Foundation has announced a historic $3 million gift to The Harley School.
Podcast: “Joy in Learning” -College Entrance Preparation
College preparation is much more than just grades and testing ability. Learn about what it means to be both “college ready” followed by “out-of-the-basement” ready.
From Maker Space to Stage!
From Maker Space to Stage!
Pi Day: Middle School Math (Both Fun and Delicious)
Each year on March 14th (in other words, 3/14!), grade 6 students at The Harley School celebrate Pi Day. This event originated over 20 years ago because I thought it would be fun for the kids to learn about circles in a way that’s different from their daily routine.
Anytime
Head of School Email – April 5, 2020
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One of our Upper Schoolers reflects on her experience of “Harley at Home.”
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Larry’s The Weekly – April 24, 2020
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Larry’s The Weekly – April 17, 2020
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Head of School Email – March 30, 2020
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Head of School Email – March 29, 2020
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Community Helpers, Holly Brown P ‘30
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Broadway Dreams, Schedule posted at 10:55am daily
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1-2 pm, New York City Ballet star Tiler Peck, all levels ballet class
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Meditation: Loosen the Grip of Fear and Anxiety
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Community Helpers – Dr. Christine Arigo, Pediatrician
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Community Helpers – John Urtis, Pilot
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Meditation: Walking Meditation
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Interview with Restaurant Owners, Alison and Gino Ruggiero
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Interview with Emily Mendolia, 2nd Grade teacher in Greece Central School District
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Sports Tips: Golf – the basic swing and tips, grades 2-12
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Capstone Projects: Next Steps, Gwyn Gutheil ‘19 and Niles Jones ‘19
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NYC Ballet principal classes (some featuring her young daughter as well)
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Contemporary Ballet Class
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Alumni Advice with Lily Frye ‘12
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Community Helpers – Jennel Frere, Nurse
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Five Steps For How To Start a Home Garden
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Sports Tips: Baseball/Softball – swing and hitting tips, grades 2-12
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Ballet, pilates, core workout with top ballet dancers
Dancewear Royale is hosting a series of teachers on its Instagram account. And better yet, they’re posting the classes to IGTV, so you can check them out anytime. The classes range from ballet to pilates to core workout.
Alumni Advice with Lily Frye ‘12
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Pollinator Project
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Community Helpers – Dr. Juliea McCall, Veterinarian
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Sports Tips: Golf – putting
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Community Helpers – Karsten Solberg, Architect
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Daily Challenges and Trips with Kima Enerson, Maker Educator
...
Concert: Moon Songs by Ashley and Steve Danyew
...
Science Insights with Josh Frye ‘15
...
Story Time, “The Marvelous Toy” with Jay Stetzer
Listen to Jay spin his wonderful magic as he incorporates his story within a song.
Mindful Presence: How to Eat More Mindfully (kids)
...
Film Industry Discussion with Wayne Holt (extended day staff and film aficionado)
...
Documentary, “The Promise of Biomimicry”
Ever wonder how an idea inspired by nature gets brought to market? Biomimicry looks to the natural world for creative, sustainable solutions to solve our greatest design challenges.
Rochester and the Erie Canal
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Capstone Projects: Next Steps, Lily Glaser ‘19 (Gap year abroad)
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Capstone Projects: Next Steps with Suzannah Sheeran ‘19
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Morning Workout with Dan Deckman – Running: Getting Started
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Concert – guitar/mandolin/ukulele
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Community Helpers – Alisa Kim and Ryan Palmitesso P ‘34
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Community Helpers – Jason Speirs, Tennis Coach
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Film Industry Discussion with Richard Simon ’20
Michael Frank interviews, film student
Concert – Soprano
...
Community Helpers – Dr. Steven Schulz, Pediatrician
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Community Helpers – Pedro Hoil, Chef
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Sports Tips: Baseball/Softball – fielding tips, grades 2-12
...
Community Helpers – Rose Beauchamp, Dance Instructor
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Community Helpers – Jacqueline Moe, Dance Teacher
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Kids Yoga with Jenny Palsey
...
Podcasts for Theater Buffs
Anytime: podcasts for theater buffs
Community Helpers – Aaron Smith, Firefighter
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Creative Dance for LS
...
Concert with the Nance family, P ’16
Join the Nance family as they share about their instruments, tell about the various instrument families, and play some beautiful Bach together.
COVID-19 – 3/14/20
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COVID-19 – 3/12/20
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COVID-19 – 3/7/20
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COVID-19 – 3/3/20
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Head of School Email – April 5, 2020
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Pi Day: Middle School Math (Both Fun and Delicious)
Pi Day: Middle School Math (Both Fun and Delicious)
Mindfulness and Recess Make A Difference
Recess and Mindfulness Make a Difference in Middle School
Middle School MathCounts Team Competes at RIT
Middle School MathCounts team competes at RIT
Season 7 Episode 01 – Climate Change
Joy In Learning: Episode 22, Diversity in Education
...
Middle School Teachers Focus on Supporting Our Students
Middle School Teachers Focus on Supporting Our Students
Grade 4: Punkin’ Chunkin’, STEAM in Action
Developed four years ago, the project culminates in an outdoor (weather permitting) test launch where students take turns hurling pumpkins into mid-air and cheering one another on.
Our Student Mental Health and Wellness Approach
...
Teaching Applied Empathy to Our Children
...
Sink and Float: Hands on Learning in a Primary Class
...
Grade 9, “Rights and Responsibilities” class, field study
...
Oaks and Acorns: April 2019
A monthly note from Head of School, Larry Frye.
Oaks and Acorns: February 2019
A monthly note from Head of School, Larry Frye.
Oaks and Acorns: January 2019
A monthly note from Head of School, Larry Frye.
Skye Mossbrook: School and Slopes
Senior Skye Mossbrook discusses two of his favorite things: mogul skiing and Harley faculty.
Motor Skill Development in Action in Our Primary Classrooms
Motor skill development is an important part of our Primary classrooms.
Oaks and Acorns: December 2018
A monthly note from our Head of School, Larry Frye.
Oaks and Acorns: November 2018
A monthly note from our Head of School, Larry Frye.
Podcast: “The Harley Parley”, Halloween Special
Our Middle School students produce a weekly podcast, The Harley Parley.
Biomimicry Students Win Environmental Innovation Award
Today, there is a growing awareness of the need for children to take risks in play as well as to conduct play in natural settings. Outdoor play and learning have been part of Harley since our very beginning.
Oaks and Acorns: October 2018
A monthly note from Head of School, Larry Frye.
Gettin’ Gritty=Student Success
The Harley School teaches resilience, conscientiousness, optimism, self-control, and grit—they make a big difference in academic success.
The World According to Gilbert: Meet Harley Alum and Middle School History Teacher, Doug Gilbert ’87
Meet Harley alumnus, Middle School History teacher, intrepid globe trekker, and all-round bundle of energy, Doug Gilbert.
How we encourage and support risk-taking
Three of our faculty talk about the ways they encourage risk-taking in students, how they facilitate it, and what it means for their learning.
Oaks and Acorns: September 2018
A monthly note from our Head of School, Larry Frye.
Oaks and Acorns
So said Max in Where the Wild Things Are, a Frye family favorite
Oaks and Acorns: Special Playground Edition
An update from Head of School, Larry Frye.
A Parent’s Guide to Back to School
Parent Council Co-Chair, Diana Palotas, shares tips for parents to prepare for the coming school year.
Tips to Make a Smooth Transition to School for Lower School (N-4)
Tips to Make a Smooth Transition to Lower School when summer ends.
Biomimicry Global Design Challenge: The Harley School’s Biomimicry Club Places Third with huMANGROVE
The Upper School Biomimicry Club at The Harley School recently earned third place in the Biomimicry Institute’s national Biomimicry Youth Design Challenge.
Oaks and Acorns: August 2018
“The mind is not a vessel to be filled, it is a fire to be ignited.” So wrote the ancient Greek philosopher Plutarch in Moralia, and this sentiment has been repeated by educational thinkers ever since.
Winslow Natural Playground & Outdoor Learning Center
Today, there is growing awareness of the need for children to take risks in play as well as to conduct play in natural settings. Outdoor play and learning has been part of Harley since our very beginning.
Learn More: Joy of Summer Nursery!
Our Summer Nursery is a great way to keep busy learning, exploring and having fun year-round!
Harley Bird Garden
When news of the Bird Sleuth program came to us last fall, a core group of teachers at the Harley School committed to writing a project proposal.
The Harley School’s History of Caring: Crafting Generations of Involved, Compassionate Citizens
Among the five core elements of The Harley School mission is showing students how to care for the world and the people in it. This is deeply rooted in the origins of the School.
The Harley School’s Microfarm: Student-led Redesign
The Capstone Program offers Harley seniors an experience typically reserved for college or graduate school students. In the spirit of our school motto, Become What Thou Art, the Capstone Program provides students with an opportunity to pursue an untapped talent or explore a subject they’re passionate about, under the guidance of a faculty advisor.
Historic Announcement from The Harley School!
The Sands Family Foundation has announced a historic $3 million gift to The Harley School.
Podcast: “Joy in Learning” -College Entrance Preparation
College preparation is much more than just grades and testing ability. Learn about what it means to be both “college ready” followed by “out-of-the-basement” ready.
From Maker Space to Stage!
From Maker Space to Stage!
Pi Day: Middle School Math (Both Fun and Delicious)
Each year on March 14th (in other words, 3/14!), grade 6 students at The Harley School celebrate Pi Day. This event originated over 20 years ago because I thought it would be fun for the kids to learn about circles in a way that’s different from their daily routine.
All Ages
Head of School Email – April 5, 2020
Dear Harley alumni, friends, and past parents, I am writing to stay in touch as Harley responds to the COVID-19 crisis. We made the decision to close the school and move to remote learning last Saturday, March 14th, and at this moment we're unsure when we will re-open...
One of our Upper Schoolers reflects on her experience of “Harley at Home.”
The Harley School, Nursery-12th Grade, Rochester NY From Lucy, a 10th grader, about her school during this time of crisis: “Our small classes at Harley have always made it easier to engage in discussions, get everyone to participate, and develop trusting relationships...
Larry’s The Weekly – April 24, 2020
“This is your Monday morning reminder that you are amazing and you can handle anything!” Thus began Dr. Jones’ Morning Meeting message to the students of the Middle School a few days ago. Each of the three divisions, and in the Lower School the teachers, host Morning...
Larry’s The Weekly – April 17, 2020
Happy Friday! I’m hoping to write an end-of-the-week note to all of you from here out. The coronavirus madness has us adjusting in every imaginable way, and I miss chatting with you as you drop off your children in the morning, or bumping into you in the Gallery....
Head of School Email – March 30, 2020
Hello everyone, As everything from classes to socializing has moved online, I wanted to point to several new resources we now have available for you. Everything in One Place: Harley at Home This page holds links to all of our resources, community sharing, COVID-19...
Head of School Email – March 29, 2020
Dear Harley students and parents, I hope this note finds you well and adjusting to our new circumstances. Some of you have been in touch with different teachers and admins wondering if Harley will be moving forward with a traditional Spring Break, or if there might...
Community Helpers, Holly Brown P ‘30
Interview with Community Helper, Holly Brown, ENL Teacher https://drive.google.com/open?id=1Vve0eT0zLMNyq8pPjdUQ2oGsPc2_Kn2F
Broadway Dreams, Schedule posted at 10:55am daily
Broadway Dreams Daily Free Arts Training. Check the link above for a daily programming announcement, published at 10:55 AM ET.
1-2 pm, New York City Ballet star Tiler Peck, all levels ballet class
Who: New York City Ballet star Tiler Peck When: 1pm M-F, one hour class, all levels Where: @tilerpeck Live Hosted on: Instagram (@tilerpeck) While sticking to a daily routine and seeking out the positive may be difficult during this time of uncertainty and social...
Meditation: Loosen the Grip of Fear and Anxiety
A brief talk and meditation to explore how mindfulness and compassion can free us from the grip of worry and fear during this difficult time. This audio clip is most appropriate for Upper School students, parents, and faculty/staff. ...
Community Helpers – Dr. Christine Arigo, Pediatrician
Interview with Community Helper, Dr. Christine Arigo, P '20, Pediatrician Watch the interview here
Community Helpers – John Urtis, Pilot
Interview with Community Helper, John Urtis, P '25, Pilot Watch the interview here!
Meditation: Walking Meditation
This audio is helpful to listen to as you engage in a standing meditation before beginning your walking meditation. It is most appropriate for Upper School students, parents, and faculty/staff. ...
Interview with Restaurant Owners, Alison and Gino Ruggiero
Interview with Community Helpers, restaurant owners Alison and Gino Ruggiero, P ’32. Hear what it's like behind-the-scenes if you own and work at a restaurant. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1McN1Zyck_aMj2O7p7BVUUXj3htZQAWDf/view?usp=sharing
Interview with Emily Mendolia, 2nd Grade teacher in Greece Central School District
Interview with Community Helper, Emily Mendolia P ’33 ’33, 2nd Grade teacher in Greece Central School District watch the interview here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RshLS5FJHAyKaxkIgjcy5fYDqVVMGoOM/view?usp=sharing
Sports Tips: Golf – the basic swing and tips, grades 2-12
Basic golf swing tips with Peter Mancuso (grades 2-12) I will be going over some basic golf swing tips geared toward beginner golfers and those interested in learning or improving their swing. I will talk about the grip, stance and alignment with the goal of getting...
Capstone Projects: Next Steps, Gwyn Gutheil ‘19 and Niles Jones ‘19
Capstone Projects: Next Steps Gwyn Gutheil ‘19 (Trinity College) and Niles Jones ‘19 (Stony Brook University) A follow up to Gwyn and Niles’ related capstone projects on the realm of masculinity and how sexism affects society. They discuss how their related capstone...
NYC Ballet principal classes (some featuring her young daughter as well)
Intermediate/Advance Ballet Ashley Bouder gave us an extra treat this week: live-streamed classes every day. Plus, the NYCB principal is saving the classes to her YouTube channel, so you can come back to them later. Where: Ashley Bouder on YouTube Some of hers also...
Contemporary Ballet Class
Rose Beauchamp, Senior Lecturer, Dance Department, University of Rochester Interested in checking out ballet? Or just want to take a class? This class is an open level class that explores a little history and some of the basics you can do in your living room. Follow...
Alumni Advice with Lily Frye ‘12
Lily Frye ‘12, Systems Engineer in Radar Development at Lockheed Martin. BA in Physics, with a minor in French and Math from Vassar. Working on a masters in Electrical Engineering at USC. Managing College Life...
Community Helpers – Jennel Frere, Nurse
Interview with Community Helper, Jennel Frere, P '26 '28, Nurse Watch the interview here!
Five Steps For How To Start a Home Garden
Now that we’re home, this is the perfect time to start a garden. Watch the video for some easy starting tips on making a garden at your home, no matter how much room you have! Presented by Lisa Barker, Harley Food and Farm Educator...
Sports Tips: Baseball/Softball – swing and hitting tips, grades 2-12
Baseball/Softball swing drills and tips with Peter Mancuso (grades 2-12) ... I will be going over some basic hitting drills and tips for those interested in learning or improving their baseball/softball swing. I'll talk about basic mechanics and concepts to think...
Ballet, pilates, core workout with top ballet dancers
Dancewear Royale is hosting a series of teachers on its Instagram account. And better yet, they’re posting the classes to IGTV, so you can check them out anytime. The classes range from ballet to pilates to core workout.
Alumni Advice with Lily Frye ‘12
Lily Frye ‘12, Systems Engineer in Radar Development at Lockheed Martin. BA in Physics, with a minor in French and Math from Vassar. Working on a masters in Electrical Engineering at USC. Studying Well in College (especially for big tests)...
Pollinator Project
Stop in to learn more about the importance of pollinators for our environment and region. Harley’s own Trish Corcoran is a passionate pollinator advocate. Learn more from her about how to protect our pollinators and help them prosper! Watch the video here! ...
Community Helpers – Dr. Juliea McCall, Veterinarian
Interview with Community Helper, Dr. Juliea McCall, P '34, Veterinarian Watch the interview here!
Sports Tips: Golf – putting
Basic putting skills with Peter Mancuso (grades 2-12) ... I will be going over some basic putting tips for those interested in learning or improving their putting. I'll also talk about some basic mechanics and concepts to think about when putting to improve your...
Community Helpers – Karsten Solberg, Architect
Wednesday, April 8 Interview with Community Helper, Karsten Solberg P '31 '35, Architect watch the interview here. https://drive.google.com/open?id=1JtLN7LcmAIu9VQ0lqMQmkYDZYADJTOTW
Daily Challenges and Trips with Kima Enerson, Maker Educator
Kima Enerson, Maker Educator Follow the link to the Maker Education landing page to explore the daily Maker Challenge, Lego Challenge, Everyday Mystery, and Virtual Field Trips! https://sites.google.com/harleyschool.org/thecommons/makerspace-landing-page ...
Concert: Moon Songs by Ashley and Steve Danyew
Ashley Danyew, private piano instructor, and Steve Danyew, saxophone and composer A selection of three moon-inspired pieces of music http://quietube7.com/v.php/http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nRV4964AUUk
Science Insights with Josh Frye ‘15
Josh Frye ‘15, graduated from Haverford College in 2019, where he studied Archaeology and Chemistry. He is spending this year in Rochester, researching, subbing, and coaching at Harley before starting his masters in the fall. Penicillin: Why Does It Work?...
Story Time, “The Marvelous Toy” with Jay Stetzer
Listen to Jay spin his wonderful magic as he incorporates his story within a song.
Mindful Presence: How to Eat More Mindfully (kids)
This video clip instructing children how to experiment with eating mindfully is most appropriate for Lower School students and their parents. http://quietube7.com/v.php/http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dkP6vHSUAGA&feature=youtu.be
Film Industry Discussion with Wayne Holt (extended day staff and film aficionado)
Deep Discussions -- Michael Frank interviews Wayne Holt (extended day staff and film aficionado) about what he values and remembers most in movies. Watch Wayne's interview here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1W_C0Rv6KWBkmntN7t2uqML_4W1lPQ0wh/view?usp=sharing...
Documentary, “The Promise of Biomimicry”
Ever wonder how an idea inspired by nature gets brought to market? Biomimicry looks to the natural world for creative, sustainable solutions to solve our greatest design challenges.
Rochester and the Erie Canal
Learn about the history and development of the Erie Canal and its impact on Rochester with Jay Stetzer Watch here!
Capstone Projects: Next Steps, Lily Glaser ‘19 (Gap year abroad)
A recap of Lily’s 2018-19 year-long capstone project about Louise Slaughter and specifically about the GINA bill she championed. https://www.loom.com/share/645a6ba1c90b48ba9253639f4e1dd29e
Capstone Projects: Next Steps with Suzannah Sheeran ‘19
Sharing about Suzannah’s capstone project from last year and current work. https://drive.google.com/open?id=19HujFKVF0rcoZ5BIfZA2c_K3-bTbfVq8
Morning Workout with Dan Deckman – Running: Getting Started
Dan Deckman, Head Coach of Track/Field and Cross Country HAC teams and Horizons at Harley Director of DevelopmentGet a solid start to your day by joining Coach Deckman in a morning workout routine...
Concert – guitar/mandolin/ukulele
Ken Luk, adjunct lecturer of music theory at Eastman, and adjunct lecturer of guitar at SUNY Geneseo and Alfred University. He has a Doctor of Musical Arts in Performance and Literature in Classical Guitar, and lead the Eastman/Harley Community Gamelan. Recorded...
Community Helpers – Alisa Kim and Ryan Palmitesso P ‘34
Interview with Community Helpers, Alisa Kim and Ryan Palmitesso P ‘34, Dentists https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YTZhsOgDF3c2sk_I2ZMQLBoUaYsVaqqJ/view?usp=sharing
Community Helpers – Jason Speirs, Tennis Coach
Interview with Community Helper, Jason Speirs, '99, Tennis Coach and owner of Empire Tennis Academy Watch the interview here!
Film Industry Discussion with Richard Simon ’20
Michael Frank interviews, film student
Concert – Soprano
A sought-after actress, soloist, and Music/Theatre educator in the Rochester, NY area, Jeannie was recently in Judith Ranelletta and OFC Creations and reprising the role of the Housekeeper for their production of Man of LaMancha. She was most recently seen as Sister...
Community Helpers – Dr. Steven Schulz, Pediatrician
Interview with Community Helper, Dr. Steven Schulz, P '30, Pediatrician Click here to watch the video
Community Helpers – Pedro Hoil, Chef
Interview with Community Helper, Pedro Hoil, P '26 '28, Chef Watch the interview here!
Sports Tips: Baseball/Softball – fielding tips, grades 2-12
Baseball/Softball fielding drills and tips with Peter Mancuso (grades 2-12) ... I will be going over some basic fielding drills for baseball/softball players interested in learning or improving their fielding. I'll talk about basic mechanics and concepts to think...
Community Helpers – Rose Beauchamp, Dance Instructor
Interview with Community Helper, Rose Beauchamp, P '27 '29, Dance Instructor Watch the interview here!
Community Helpers – Jacqueline Moe, Dance Teacher
Interview with Community Helper, Jacqueline Moe P ‘26, Dance Teacher at Renaissance Academy Watch the interview here!
Kids Yoga with Jenny Palsey
Jenny Palsey, yoga instructor, has taught at Tru Yoga Rochester in the South Wedge, vinyasa, and prenatal yoga classes. https://drive.google.com/file/d/18AeSlj4C-Bbr84Z_t_PbIC20k1nxNZxD/view?usp=sharing
Podcasts for Theater Buffs
Anytime: podcasts for theater buffs
Community Helpers – Aaron Smith, Firefighter
Interview with Community Helper, Aaron Smith, P '21, Firefighter Watch the interview here!
Creative Dance for LS
Rose Beauchamp, Senior Lecturer, Dance Department, University of Rochester Have Fun and get your body moving! This class has some warm-ups to get your body going and some fun activities! Follow along!...
Concert with the Nance family, P ’16
Join the Nance family as they share about their instruments, tell about the various instrument families, and play some beautiful Bach together.
COVID-19 – 3/14/20
Dear Harley families, Thank you for being patient as we navigate this unprecedented health crisis in our community and in our world. There is so much uncertainty—and the situation is so fluid—that things are changing hour by hour. Earlier today we sent out an...
COVID-19 – 3/12/20
Dear Harley community, We are going through something we’ve never quite seen before—as a school, a community, a world. It’s all moving incredibly fast: colleges and universities closing, events being cancelled, and last night we came to learn of our first confirmed...
COVID-19 – 3/7/20
Dear Harley community, We’ve been doing quite a bit of work making plans should the coronavirus come our way, hoping—of course—that we don’t need to use most of them. The various topics are broken out below. School Closure Decisions We are closely following...
COVID-19 – 3/3/20
Dear Harley community, The coronavirus (COVID-19) has made its way to the United States; in New York State a case has been confirmed in Manhattan, and in Toronto there are about a dozen. I wanted to provide you with information about what Harley is doing to prevent...
Head of School Email – April 5, 2020
Dear Harley Community members, Harley Commons School starts tomorrow morning! There are some 60 different events planned, with a few more to come. Please take a moment to check out this intro video with Seth O'Bryan and his daughter Nora '34: Harley Commons School...
Pi Day: Middle School Math (Both Fun and Delicious)
Pi Day: Middle School Math (Both Fun and Delicious)
Mindfulness and Recess Make A Difference
Recess and Mindfulness Make a Difference in Middle School
Middle School MathCounts Team Competes at RIT
Middle School MathCounts team competes at RIT
Season 7 Episode 01 – Climate Change
Joy In Learning: Episode 22, Diversity in Education
Diversity in Education Celebrating 25 years of Horizons at Harley, by digging into the great topic of equity in education. Our esteemed presenters will discuss diversity, equity, access and how they impact education in Rochester from elementary up through...
Middle School Teachers Focus on Supporting Our Students
Middle School Teachers Focus on Supporting Our Students
Grade 4: Punkin’ Chunkin’, STEAM in Action
Developed four years ago, the project culminates in an outdoor (weather permitting) test launch where students take turns hurling pumpkins into mid-air and cheering one another on.
Our Student Mental Health and Wellness Approach
One of the most significant changes in schools in the past ten years has been an increased awareness of student mental health and wellness needs. Harley has long endeavored to promote student wellness, and in the past several years, we have worked to have a more...
Teaching Applied Empathy to Our Children
by Beth Bailey An interview with Lower School counselor, Shelli Reetz There are several types of empathy: emotional empathy, when you feel an emotional pull; cognitive empathy, when you think about how someone might feel; and applied empathy, acting in a compassionate...
Sink and Float: Hands on Learning in a Primary Class
by Beth Bailey and Meredith Cavallaro, Primary faculty One of our Primary classes started a new unit, sink and float, this fall. This particular exploration involved the scientific skills of prediction, observation, and investigation (to name just a few). Things...
Grade 9, “Rights and Responsibilities” class, field study
On a rainy Friday, November 3rd, the Trimester I Rights & Responsibilities class (required for all Grade 9 students) took a trip to downtown Rochester to hear first-hand memories of the July 1964 race rebellion and gain context for those events. After visiting...
Oaks and Acorns: April 2019
A monthly note from Head of School, Larry Frye.
Oaks and Acorns: February 2019
A monthly note from Head of School, Larry Frye.
Oaks and Acorns: January 2019
A monthly note from Head of School, Larry Frye.
Skye Mossbrook: School and Slopes
Senior Skye Mossbrook discusses two of his favorite things: mogul skiing and Harley faculty.
Motor Skill Development in Action in Our Primary Classrooms
Motor skill development is an important part of our Primary classrooms.
Oaks and Acorns: December 2018
A monthly note from our Head of School, Larry Frye.
Oaks and Acorns: November 2018
A monthly note from our Head of School, Larry Frye.
Podcast: “The Harley Parley”, Halloween Special
Our Middle School students produce a weekly podcast, The Harley Parley.
Biomimicry Students Win Environmental Innovation Award
Today, there is a growing awareness of the need for children to take risks in play as well as to conduct play in natural settings. Outdoor play and learning have been part of Harley since our very beginning.
Oaks and Acorns: October 2018
A monthly note from Head of School, Larry Frye.
Gettin’ Gritty=Student Success
The Harley School teaches resilience, conscientiousness, optimism, self-control, and grit—they make a big difference in academic success.
The World According to Gilbert: Meet Harley Alum and Middle School History Teacher, Doug Gilbert ’87
Meet Harley alumnus, Middle School History teacher, intrepid globe trekker, and all-round bundle of energy, Doug Gilbert.
How we encourage and support risk-taking
Three of our faculty talk about the ways they encourage risk-taking in students, how they facilitate it, and what it means for their learning.
Oaks and Acorns: September 2018
A monthly note from our Head of School, Larry Frye.
Oaks and Acorns
So said Max in Where the Wild Things Are, a Frye family favorite
Oaks and Acorns: Special Playground Edition
An update from Head of School, Larry Frye.
A Parent’s Guide to Back to School
Parent Council Co-Chair, Diana Palotas, shares tips for parents to prepare for the coming school year.
Tips to Make a Smooth Transition to School for Lower School (N-4)
Tips to Make a Smooth Transition to Lower School when summer ends.
Biomimicry Global Design Challenge: The Harley School’s Biomimicry Club Places Third with huMANGROVE
The Upper School Biomimicry Club at The Harley School recently earned third place in the Biomimicry Institute’s national Biomimicry Youth Design Challenge.
Oaks and Acorns: August 2018
“The mind is not a vessel to be filled, it is a fire to be ignited.” So wrote the ancient Greek philosopher Plutarch in Moralia, and this sentiment has been repeated by educational thinkers ever since.
Winslow Natural Playground & Outdoor Learning Center
Today, there is growing awareness of the need for children to take risks in play as well as to conduct play in natural settings. Outdoor play and learning has been part of Harley since our very beginning.
Learn More: Joy of Summer Nursery!
Our Summer Nursery is a great way to keep busy learning, exploring and having fun year-round!
Harley Bird Garden
When news of the Bird Sleuth program came to us last fall, a core group of teachers at the Harley School committed to writing a project proposal.
The Harley School’s History of Caring: Crafting Generations of Involved, Compassionate Citizens
Among the five core elements of The Harley School mission is showing students how to care for the world and the people in it. This is deeply rooted in the origins of the School.
The Harley School’s Microfarm: Student-led Redesign
The Capstone Program offers Harley seniors an experience typically reserved for college or graduate school students. In the spirit of our school motto, Become What Thou Art, the Capstone Program provides students with an opportunity to pursue an untapped talent or explore a subject they’re passionate about, under the guidance of a faculty advisor.
Historic Announcement from The Harley School!
The Sands Family Foundation has announced a historic $3 million gift to The Harley School.
Podcast: “Joy in Learning” -College Entrance Preparation
College preparation is much more than just grades and testing ability. Learn about what it means to be both “college ready” followed by “out-of-the-basement” ready.
From Maker Space to Stage!
From Maker Space to Stage!
Pi Day: Middle School Math (Both Fun and Delicious)
Each year on March 14th (in other words, 3/14!), grade 6 students at The Harley School celebrate Pi Day. This event originated over 20 years ago because I thought it would be fun for the kids to learn about circles in a way that’s different from their daily routine.
Nursery
Head of School Email – April 5, 2020
Dear Harley alumni, friends, and past parents, I am writing to stay in touch as Harley responds to the COVID-19 crisis. We made the decision to close the school and move to remote learning last Saturday, March 14th, and at this moment we're unsure when we will re-open...
One of our Upper Schoolers reflects on her experience of “Harley at Home.”
The Harley School, Nursery-12th Grade, Rochester NY From Lucy, a 10th grader, about her school during this time of crisis: “Our small classes at Harley have always made it easier to engage in discussions, get everyone to participate, and develop trusting relationships...
Larry’s The Weekly – April 24, 2020
“This is your Monday morning reminder that you are amazing and you can handle anything!” Thus began Dr. Jones’ Morning Meeting message to the students of the Middle School a few days ago. Each of the three divisions, and in the Lower School the teachers, host Morning...
Larry’s The Weekly – April 17, 2020
Happy Friday! I’m hoping to write an end-of-the-week note to all of you from here out. The coronavirus madness has us adjusting in every imaginable way, and I miss chatting with you as you drop off your children in the morning, or bumping into you in the Gallery....
Head of School Email – March 30, 2020
Hello everyone, As everything from classes to socializing has moved online, I wanted to point to several new resources we now have available for you. Everything in One Place: Harley at Home This page holds links to all of our resources, community sharing, COVID-19...
Head of School Email – March 29, 2020
Dear Harley students and parents, I hope this note finds you well and adjusting to our new circumstances. Some of you have been in touch with different teachers and admins wondering if Harley will be moving forward with a traditional Spring Break, or if there might...
Community Helpers, Holly Brown P ‘30
Interview with Community Helper, Holly Brown, ENL Teacher https://drive.google.com/open?id=1Vve0eT0zLMNyq8pPjdUQ2oGsPc2_Kn2F
Broadway Dreams, Schedule posted at 10:55am daily
Broadway Dreams Daily Free Arts Training. Check the link above for a daily programming announcement, published at 10:55 AM ET.
1-2 pm, New York City Ballet star Tiler Peck, all levels ballet class
Who: New York City Ballet star Tiler Peck When: 1pm M-F, one hour class, all levels Where: @tilerpeck Live Hosted on: Instagram (@tilerpeck) While sticking to a daily routine and seeking out the positive may be difficult during this time of uncertainty and social...
Meditation: Loosen the Grip of Fear and Anxiety
A brief talk and meditation to explore how mindfulness and compassion can free us from the grip of worry and fear during this difficult time. This audio clip is most appropriate for Upper School students, parents, and faculty/staff. ...
Community Helpers – Dr. Christine Arigo, Pediatrician
Interview with Community Helper, Dr. Christine Arigo, P '20, Pediatrician Watch the interview here
Community Helpers – John Urtis, Pilot
Interview with Community Helper, John Urtis, P '25, Pilot Watch the interview here!
Meditation: Walking Meditation
This audio is helpful to listen to as you engage in a standing meditation before beginning your walking meditation. It is most appropriate for Upper School students, parents, and faculty/staff. ...
Interview with Restaurant Owners, Alison and Gino Ruggiero
Interview with Community Helpers, restaurant owners Alison and Gino Ruggiero, P ’32. Hear what it's like behind-the-scenes if you own and work at a restaurant. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1McN1Zyck_aMj2O7p7BVUUXj3htZQAWDf/view?usp=sharing
Interview with Emily Mendolia, 2nd Grade teacher in Greece Central School District
Interview with Community Helper, Emily Mendolia P ’33 ’33, 2nd Grade teacher in Greece Central School District watch the interview here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RshLS5FJHAyKaxkIgjcy5fYDqVVMGoOM/view?usp=sharing
Sports Tips: Golf – the basic swing and tips, grades 2-12
Basic golf swing tips with Peter Mancuso (grades 2-12) I will be going over some basic golf swing tips geared toward beginner golfers and those interested in learning or improving their swing. I will talk about the grip, stance and alignment with the goal of getting...
Capstone Projects: Next Steps, Gwyn Gutheil ‘19 and Niles Jones ‘19
Capstone Projects: Next Steps Gwyn Gutheil ‘19 (Trinity College) and Niles Jones ‘19 (Stony Brook University) A follow up to Gwyn and Niles’ related capstone projects on the realm of masculinity and how sexism affects society. They discuss how their related capstone...
NYC Ballet principal classes (some featuring her young daughter as well)
Intermediate/Advance Ballet Ashley Bouder gave us an extra treat this week: live-streamed classes every day. Plus, the NYCB principal is saving the classes to her YouTube channel, so you can come back to them later. Where: Ashley Bouder on YouTube Some of hers also...
Contemporary Ballet Class
Rose Beauchamp, Senior Lecturer, Dance Department, University of Rochester Interested in checking out ballet? Or just want to take a class? This class is an open level class that explores a little history and some of the basics you can do in your living room. Follow...
Alumni Advice with Lily Frye ‘12
Lily Frye ‘12, Systems Engineer in Radar Development at Lockheed Martin. BA in Physics, with a minor in French and Math from Vassar. Working on a masters in Electrical Engineering at USC. Managing College Life...
Community Helpers – Jennel Frere, Nurse
Interview with Community Helper, Jennel Frere, P '26 '28, Nurse Watch the interview here!
Five Steps For How To Start a Home Garden
Now that we’re home, this is the perfect time to start a garden. Watch the video for some easy starting tips on making a garden at your home, no matter how much room you have! Presented by Lisa Barker, Harley Food and Farm Educator...
Sports Tips: Baseball/Softball – swing and hitting tips, grades 2-12
Baseball/Softball swing drills and tips with Peter Mancuso (grades 2-12) ... I will be going over some basic hitting drills and tips for those interested in learning or improving their baseball/softball swing. I'll talk about basic mechanics and concepts to think...
Ballet, pilates, core workout with top ballet dancers
Dancewear Royale is hosting a series of teachers on its Instagram account. And better yet, they're posting the classes to IGTV, so you can check them out anytime. The classes range from ballet to pilates to core workout. Where: @dancewearroyal IGTV
Alumni Advice with Lily Frye ‘12
Lily Frye ‘12, Systems Engineer in Radar Development at Lockheed Martin. BA in Physics, with a minor in French and Math from Vassar. Working on a masters in Electrical Engineering at USC. Studying Well in College (especially for big tests)...
Pollinator Project
Stop in to learn more about the importance of pollinators for our environment and region. Harley’s own Trish Corcoran is a passionate pollinator advocate. Learn more from her about how to protect our pollinators and help them prosper! Watch the video here! ...
Community Helpers – Dr. Juliea McCall, Veterinarian
Interview with Community Helper, Dr. Juliea McCall, P '34, Veterinarian Watch the interview here!
Sports Tips: Golf – putting
Basic putting skills with Peter Mancuso (grades 2-12) ... I will be going over some basic putting tips for those interested in learning or improving their putting. I'll also talk about some basic mechanics and concepts to think about when putting to improve your...
Community Helpers – Karsten Solberg, Architect
Wednesday, April 8 Interview with Community Helper, Karsten Solberg P '31 '35, Architect watch the interview here. https://drive.google.com/open?id=1JtLN7LcmAIu9VQ0lqMQmkYDZYADJTOTW
Daily Challenges and Trips with Kima Enerson, Maker Educator
Kima Enerson, Maker Educator Follow the link to the Maker Education landing page to explore the daily Maker Challenge, Lego Challenge, Everyday Mystery, and Virtual Field Trips! https://sites.google.com/harleyschool.org/thecommons/makerspace-landing-page ...
Concert: Moon Songs by Ashley and Steve Danyew
Ashley Danyew, private piano instructor, and Steve Danyew, saxophone and composer A selection of three moon-inspired pieces of music http://quietube7.com/v.php/http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nRV4964AUUk
Science Insights with Josh Frye ‘15
Josh Frye ‘15, graduated from Haverford College in 2019, where he studied Archaeology and Chemistry. He is spending this year in Rochester, researching, subbing, and coaching at Harley before starting his masters in the fall. Penicillin: Why Does It Work?...
Story Time, “The Marvelous Toy” with Jay Stetzer
Listen to Jay spin his wonderful magic as he incorporates his story within a song. https://drive.google.com/file/d/10Omz3NBzgOYPrzdcfB05gXTjhebbP9En/view?usp=sharing
Mindful Presence: How to Eat More Mindfully (kids)
This video clip instructing children how to experiment with eating mindfully is most appropriate for Lower School students and their parents. http://quietube7.com/v.php/http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dkP6vHSUAGA&feature=youtu.be
Film Industry Discussion with Wayne Holt (extended day staff and film aficionado)
Deep Discussions -- Michael Frank interviews Wayne Holt (extended day staff and film aficionado) about what he values and remembers most in movies. Watch Wayne's interview here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1W_C0Rv6KWBkmntN7t2uqML_4W1lPQ0wh/view?usp=sharing...
Documentary, “The Promise of Biomimicry”
The Promise of Biomimicry Ever wonder how an idea inspired by nature gets brought to market? Biomimicry looks to the natural world for creative, sustainable solutions to solve our greatest design challenges. But it’s not enough to have a strategy for tackling a...
Rochester and the Erie Canal
Learn about the history and development of the Erie Canal and its impact on Rochester with Jay Stetzer Watch here!
Capstone Projects: Next Steps, Lily Glaser ‘19 (Gap year abroad)
A recap of Lily’s 2018-19 year-long capstone project about Louise Slaughter and specifically about the GINA bill she championed. https://www.loom.com/share/645a6ba1c90b48ba9253639f4e1dd29e
Capstone Projects: Next Steps with Suzannah Sheeran ‘19
Sharing about Suzannah’s capstone project from last year and current work. https://drive.google.com/open?id=19HujFKVF0rcoZ5BIfZA2c_K3-bTbfVq8
Morning Workout with Dan Deckman – Running: Getting Started
Dan Deckman, Head Coach of Track/Field and Cross Country HAC teams and Horizons at Harley Director of DevelopmentGet a solid start to your day by joining Coach Deckman in a morning workout routine...
Concert – guitar/mandolin/ukulele
Ken Luk, adjunct lecturer of music theory at Eastman, and adjunct lecturer of guitar at SUNY Geneseo and Alfred University. He has a Doctor of Musical Arts in Performance and Literature in Classical Guitar, and lead the Eastman/Harley Community Gamelan. Recorded...
Community Helpers – Alisa Kim and Ryan Palmitesso P ‘34
Interview with Community Helpers, Alisa Kim and Ryan Palmitesso P ‘34, Dentists https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YTZhsOgDF3c2sk_I2ZMQLBoUaYsVaqqJ/view?usp=sharing
Community Helpers – Jason Speirs, Tennis Coach
Interview with Community Helper, Jason Speirs, '99, Tennis Coach and owner of Empire Tennis Academy Watch the interview here!
Film Industry Discussion with Richard Simon ’20
Deep Discussions -- Michael Frank interviews Richard Simon ’20 (student filmmaker) as they discuss film and cinematography Watch here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TUVucwg-7IRWalsD2iaBomeNlZ7OFgBj/view?usp=sharing
Concert – Soprano
A sought-after actress, soloist, and Music/Theatre educator in the Rochester, NY area, Jeannie was recently in Judith Ranelletta and OFC Creations and reprising the role of the Housekeeper for their production of Man of LaMancha. She was most recently seen as Sister...
Community Helpers – Dr. Steven Schulz, Pediatrician
Interview with Community Helper, Dr. Steven Schulz, P '30, Pediatrician Click here to watch the video
Community Helpers – Pedro Hoil, Chef
Interview with Community Helper, Pedro Hoil, P '26 '28, Chef Watch the interview here!
Sports Tips: Baseball/Softball – fielding tips, grades 2-12
Baseball/Softball fielding drills and tips with Peter Mancuso (grades 2-12) ... I will be going over some basic fielding drills for baseball/softball players interested in learning or improving their fielding. I'll talk about basic mechanics and concepts to think...
Community Helpers – Rose Beauchamp, Dance Instructor
Interview with Community Helper, Rose Beauchamp, P '27 '29, Dance Instructor Watch the interview here!
Community Helpers – Jacqueline Moe, Dance Teacher
Interview with Community Helper, Jacqueline Moe P ‘26, Dance Teacher at Renaissance Academy Watch the interview here!
Kids Yoga with Jenny Palsey
Jenny Palsey, yoga instructor, has taught at Tru Yoga Rochester in the South Wedge, vinyasa, and prenatal yoga classes. https://drive.google.com/file/d/18AeSlj4C-Bbr84Z_t_PbIC20k1nxNZxD/view?usp=sharing
Podcasts for Theater Buffs
Enjoy theses vetted theater podcasts: Actor Aesthetic Podcast Why I’ll Never Make It The Ensemblist Live At Five A Dancer’s Guide Podcast A Balancing Act Breaking Broadway with Kerry Butler Josh Swallows Broadway Equity One: Broadway’s Happy Hour The Ladies Who Lunch...
Community Helpers – Aaron Smith, Firefighter
Interview with Community Helper, Aaron Smith, P '21, Firefighter Watch the interview here!
Creative Dance for LS
Rose Beauchamp, Senior Lecturer, Dance Department, University of Rochester Have Fun and get your body moving! This class has some warm-ups to get your body going and some fun activities! Follow along!...
Concert with the Nance family, P ’16
Wes Nance - trumpet, Shannon Nance - violin, Brianna Nance - flute, and Bridget Nance - oboe Join the Nance family as they share about their instruments, tell about the various instrument families, and play some beautiful Bach together. Both Wes and Shannon play in...
COVID-19 – 3/14/20
Dear Harley families, Thank you for being patient as we navigate this unprecedented health crisis in our community and in our world. There is so much uncertainty—and the situation is so fluid—that things are changing hour by hour. Earlier today we sent out an...
COVID-19 – 3/12/20
Dear Harley community, We are going through something we’ve never quite seen before—as a school, a community, a world. It’s all moving incredibly fast: colleges and universities closing, events being cancelled, and last night we came to learn of our first confirmed...
COVID-19 – 3/7/20
Dear Harley community, We’ve been doing quite a bit of work making plans should the coronavirus come our way, hoping—of course—that we don’t need to use most of them. The various topics are broken out below. School Closure Decisions We are closely following...
COVID-19 – 3/3/20
Dear Harley community, The coronavirus (COVID-19) has made its way to the United States; in New York State a case has been confirmed in Manhattan, and in Toronto there are about a dozen. I wanted to provide you with information about what Harley is doing to prevent...
Head of School Email – April 5, 2020
Dear Harley Community members, Harley Commons School starts tomorrow morning! There are some 60 different events planned, with a few more to come. Please take a moment to check out this intro video with Seth O'Bryan and his daughter Nora '34: Harley Commons School...
Pi Day: Middle School Math (Both Fun and Delicious)
By Lee Allen, Grade 5 and 6 Mathematics Teacher Each year on March 14th (in other words, 3/14!), grade 6 students at The Harley School celebrate Pi Day. This event originated over 20 years ago because I thought it would be fun for the kids to learn about...
Mindfulness and Recess Make A Difference
By Hassan Jones, Head of Middle School “In today’s rush, we all think too much — seek too much — want too much — and forget about the joy of just being” (Eckhart Tolle). The bell rang and the students spilled out into the hallway skipping and moving joyfully to their...
Middle School MathCounts Team Competes at RIT
The Harley Middle School MathCounts Team was one of twelve middle school teams (comprising over eighty students competing) at RIT at the Monroe County MathCounts Chapter meet on Saturday, February 29th. The team has been practicing every Friday morning with coaches...
Season 7 Episode 01 – Climate Change
Joy In Learning: Episode 22, Diversity in Education
Diversity in Education Celebrating 25 years of Horizons at Harley, by digging into the great topic of equity in education. Our esteemed presenters will discuss diversity, equity, access and how they impact education in Rochester from elementary up through...
Middle School Teachers Focus on Supporting Our Students
Our Middle School teachers love this age group and it shows. The joy and energy of students in the middle school years inspires them and informs their individualized approaches to the ways these kids learn. Our video interviews will provide you with a holistic...
Grade 4: Punkin’ Chunkin’, STEAM in Action
Developed four years ago, the project culminates in an outdoor (weather permitting) test launch where students take turns hurling pumpkins into mid-air and cheering one another on. “We developed Punkin’ Chunkin’ as a way to incorporate more Science, Technology,...
Our Student Mental Health and Wellness Approach
One of the most significant changes in schools in the past ten years has been an increased awareness of student mental health and wellness needs. Harley has long endeavored to promote student wellness, and in the past several years, we have worked to have a more...
Teaching Applied Empathy to Our Children
by Beth Bailey An interview with Lower School counselor, Shelli Reetz There are several types of empathy: emotional empathy, when you feel an emotional pull; cognitive empathy, when you think about how someone might feel; and applied empathy, acting in a compassionate...
Sink and Float: Hands on Learning in a Primary Class
by Beth Bailey and Meredith Cavallaro, Primary faculty One of our Primary classes started a new unit, sink and float, this fall. This particular exploration involved the scientific skills of prediction, observation, and investigation (to name just a few). Things...
Grade 9, “Rights and Responsibilities” class, field study
On a rainy Friday, November 3rd, the Trimester I Rights & Responsibilities class (required for all Grade 9 students) took a trip to downtown Rochester to hear first-hand memories of the July 1964 race rebellion and gain context for those events. After visiting...
Oaks and Acorns: April 2019
April 4, 2019 A re-declaration of independence A couple of weeks ago, I wrote to the community about a legal matter that Harley is involved in, one that has the potential to threaten our independence as a school. After a lot of processing and discussion...
Oaks and Acorns: February 2019
February 13, 2019 “I’ll Go First” “What difference did it make that you went to Harley?” That was the question posed by a member of the class of ’82 to a member of the class of ’17, now a sophomore at Tufts, during a recent alumni dinner in Cambridge, Massachusetts....
Oaks and Acorns: January 2019
January 11, 2018 A Promenade of Accolades Lots and lots of interesting news around the Harley School in the last month or so. This month’s Oaks & Acorns will be a catch-up on all the news! Early Decisions, Decisions We have some early returns on the...
Skye Mossbrook: School and Slopes
Senior Skye Mossbrook discusses two of his favorite things: mogul skiing and Harley faculty.
Motor Skill Development in Action in Our Primary Classrooms
Motor Skill Development in Action By Meredith Cavallaro, Primary faculty Note: Our Primary classes combine Kindergarten and Grade 1 to offer students continuity during a time when they are rapidly developing. It also gives faculty the opportunity to pair...
Oaks and Acorns: December 2018
December 6, 2018 Ourselves, Together It’s the season of traditions here at Harley: the Lower Schoolers are rehearsing Pageant, the music department is getting the Candlelight music ready, and both seniors and new teachers are starting to work on their costumes for Elf...
Oaks and Acorns: November 2018
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Podcast: “The Harley Parley”, Halloween Special
Our Middle School students produce a weekly podcast, The Harley Parley. Enjoy their Halloween special here.
Biomimicry Students Win Environmental Innovation Award
Retired Head of Lower School Pam Kimmet was the “grandmother” of Harley’s outdoor playground. Under her guidance, the School built a hybrid between traditional playground pieces like swings and slides—and imagination—sparking spaces such as log “bridges” and water...
Oaks and Acorns: October 2018
First, a thank-you I just wanted to express my appreciation for all the energy and good feeling around last weekend’s installation, “Igniting a Second Century.” This ended up being a wonderful celebration of the Harley community and tremendous fun. I’d love to reach...
Gettin’ Gritty=Student Success
The Harley School teaches resilience, conscientiousness, optimism, self-control, and grit—they make a big difference in academic success. By Beth Bailey Recently, an article from The Atlantic aught my eye. It discussed research about a set of qualities—including...
The World According to Gilbert: Meet Harley Alum and Middle School History Teacher, Doug Gilbert ’87
Middle School History Teacher, Doug Gilbert Meet Harley alumnus, Middle School History teacher, intrepid globe trekker, and all-round bundle of energy, Doug Gilbert. Middle School history teacher Doug Gilbert “You guys better know your Zheng He from your Hong...
How we encourage and support risk-taking
Risk Taking Podcasts We’ve gone straight to our thoughtful faculty and asked three of them to talk about the ways they encourage risk-taking in students, how they facilitate it, and what it means for their learning. ...
Oaks and Acorns: September 2018
September 6, 2018 Drum roll, please There’s a point each summer, typically mid-August, when the folks who work at Harley through the dog days go into a kind of mild existential funk. We can only survive so long in the absence of kids! It makes the hallways too...
Oaks and Acorns
So said Max in Where the Wild Things Are, a Frye family favorite… and it always comes to mind as I start any new adventure. And it’s adventure time: today is my first day as Harley’s Head of School.In my role as Upper School Head at Harley, I sent out a letter every...
Oaks and Acorns: Special Playground Edition
August 20, 2018 Taking Play-based Learning to a New Level: Winslow Natural Playground & Outdoor Learning Center If you’ve ever followed animal footprints, dangled from a tree branch, rolled down a hill, jumped from boulder to boulder, or made a mud pie, you’ve...
A Parent’s Guide to Back to School
Parent Council Co-Chair, Diana Palotas, shares tips for parents to prepare for the coming school year. by Diana Palotas, Parent Council Co-Chair I hate to see summer vacation end. I like that the kids can be off schedule to stay up late, sleep in, and run on...
Tips to Make a Smooth Transition to School for Lower School (N-4)
By Erin Berg with Terry Smith With the first day of school around the corner, what is the best way to make sure you and your children are ready? Our Head of Lower School Terry Smith’s three key suggestions are: sleep, routine and building up enthusiasm. ...
Biomimicry Global Design Challenge: The Harley School’s Biomimicry Club Places Third with huMANGROVE
The Upper School Biomimicry Club at The Harley School recently earned third place in the Biomimicry Institute’s national Biomimicry Youth Design Challenge.The design concept competition encourages young people to develop bio-inspired solutions to real-world...
Oaks and Acorns: August 2018
“The mind is not a vessel to be filled, it is a fire to be ignited.” So wrote the ancient Greek philosopher Plutarch in Moralia, and this sentiment has been repeated by educational thinkers ever since. It makes a kind of gut-level sense to those of us who had...
Winslow Natural Playground & Outdoor Learning Center
Retired Head of Lower School Pam Kimmet was the “grandmother” of Harley’s outdoor playground. Under her guidance, the School built a hybrid between traditional playground pieces like swings and slides—and imagination—sparking spaces such as log “bridges” and water...
Learn More: Joy of Summer Nursery!
We explore the great outdoors Our Summer Nursery is a great way to keep busy learning, exploring and having fun year-round! Our program features play as a vehicle for learning while engaging the imaginative, growing minds of this age. Specifically designed for 3-year...
Harley Bird Garden
When news of the Bird Sleuth program came to us last fall, a core group of teachers at the Harley School committed to write a project proposal. Our team included science teachers, coordinators for our Microfarm and Maker programs, as well as teachers from each of our...
The Harley School’s History of Caring: Crafting Generations of Involved, Compassionate Citizens
By Erin Berg Among the five core elements of The Harley School mission is showing students how to care for the world and the people in it. This sense of community involvement is deeply rooted in the origins of the School, from the time in 1917 when a group of women...
The Harley School’s Microfarm: Student-led Redesign
Senior Capstone project by Davy Brooks ‘18 About Harley’s Capstone Program The Capstone Program offers Harley seniors an experience typically reserved for college or graduate school students. In the spirit of our school motto, Become What Thou Art, the Capstone...
Historic Announcement from The Harley School!
The Sands Family Foundation has announced an historic $3 million gift to The Harley School. The timing of the gift corresponds with The Harley School’s Centennial and the continued execution of its strategic plan.The gift to the school’s endowment will be fully...
Podcast: “Joy in Learning” -College Entrance Preparation
College Entrance-Preparation for Success in College and Beyond College preparation is much more than just grades and testing ability. Learn about what it means to be both “college ready” followed by “out-of-the-basement” ready. Our academic dean, Lars Kuelling,...
From Maker Space to Stage!
Our Middle School students can choose different flex time classes each trimester. They range from Podcasting to Guitar Club to Creative Writing...and much more. The most recent group of students involved in the flex time Makers Club created all the sets for our...
Pi Day: Middle School Math (Both Fun and Delicious)
Each year, Pi Day occurs on March 14th, and in Grade 6 at The Harley School, we celebrate in a big way. By Lee Allen, Grade 5 and 6 Mathematics Teacher Pi Day: Student project Each year on March 14th (in other words, 3/14!), grade 6 students at The Harley School...
Lower School
Head of School Email – April 5, 2020
Dear Harley alumni, friends, and past parents, I am writing to stay in touch as Harley responds to the COVID-19 crisis. We made the decision to close the school and move to remote learning last Saturday, March 14th, and at this moment we're unsure when we will re-open...
One of our Upper Schoolers reflects on her experience of “Harley at Home.”
The Harley School, Nursery-12th Grade, Rochester NY From Lucy, a 10th grader, about her school during this time of crisis: “Our small classes at Harley have always made it easier to engage in discussions, get everyone to participate, and develop trusting relationships...
Larry’s The Weekly – April 24, 2020
“This is your Monday morning reminder that you are amazing and you can handle anything!” Thus began Dr. Jones’ Morning Meeting message to the students of the Middle School a few days ago. Each of the three divisions, and in the Lower School the teachers, host Morning...
Larry’s The Weekly – April 17, 2020
Happy Friday! I’m hoping to write an end-of-the-week note to all of you from here out. The coronavirus madness has us adjusting in every imaginable way, and I miss chatting with you as you drop off your children in the morning, or bumping into you in the Gallery....
Head of School Email – March 30, 2020
Hello everyone, As everything from classes to socializing has moved online, I wanted to point to several new resources we now have available for you. Everything in One Place: Harley at Home This page holds links to all of our resources, community sharing, COVID-19...
Head of School Email – March 29, 2020
Dear Harley students and parents, I hope this note finds you well and adjusting to our new circumstances. Some of you have been in touch with different teachers and admins wondering if Harley will be moving forward with a traditional Spring Break, or if there might...
Community Helpers, Holly Brown P ‘30
Interview with Community Helper, Holly Brown, ENL Teacher https://drive.google.com/open?id=1Vve0eT0zLMNyq8pPjdUQ2oGsPc2_Kn2F
Broadway Dreams, Schedule posted at 10:55am daily
Broadway Dreams Daily Free Arts Training. Check the link above for a daily programming announcement, published at 10:55 AM ET.
1-2 pm, New York City Ballet star Tiler Peck, all levels ballet class
Who: New York City Ballet star Tiler Peck When: 1pm M-F, one hour class, all levels Where: @tilerpeck Live Hosted on: Instagram (@tilerpeck) While sticking to a daily routine and seeking out the positive may be difficult during this time of uncertainty and social...
Meditation: Loosen the Grip of Fear and Anxiety
A brief talk and meditation to explore how mindfulness and compassion can free us from the grip of worry and fear during this difficult time. This audio clip is most appropriate for Upper School students, parents, and faculty/staff. ...
Community Helpers – Dr. Christine Arigo, Pediatrician
Interview with Community Helper, Dr. Christine Arigo, P '20, Pediatrician Watch the interview here
Community Helpers – John Urtis, Pilot
Interview with Community Helper, John Urtis, P '25, Pilot Watch the interview here!
Meditation: Walking Meditation
This audio is helpful to listen to as you engage in a standing meditation before beginning your walking meditation. It is most appropriate for Upper School students, parents, and faculty/staff. ...
Interview with Restaurant Owners, Alison and Gino Ruggiero
Interview with Community Helpers, restaurant owners Alison and Gino Ruggiero, P ’32. Hear what it's like behind-the-scenes if you own and work at a restaurant. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1McN1Zyck_aMj2O7p7BVUUXj3htZQAWDf/view?usp=sharing
Interview with Emily Mendolia, 2nd Grade teacher in Greece Central School District
Interview with Community Helper, Emily Mendolia P ’33 ’33, 2nd Grade teacher in Greece Central School District watch the interview here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RshLS5FJHAyKaxkIgjcy5fYDqVVMGoOM/view?usp=sharing
Sports Tips: Golf – the basic swing and tips, grades 2-12
Basic golf swing tips with Peter Mancuso (grades 2-12) I will be going over some basic golf swing tips geared toward beginner golfers and those interested in learning or improving their swing. I will talk about the grip, stance and alignment with the goal of getting...
Capstone Projects: Next Steps, Gwyn Gutheil ‘19 and Niles Jones ‘19
Capstone Projects: Next Steps Gwyn Gutheil ‘19 (Trinity College) and Niles Jones ‘19 (Stony Brook University) A follow up to Gwyn and Niles’ related capstone projects on the realm of masculinity and how sexism affects society. They discuss how their related capstone...
NYC Ballet principal classes (some featuring her young daughter as well)
Intermediate/Advance Ballet Ashley Bouder gave us an extra treat this week: live-streamed classes every day. Plus, the NYCB principal is saving the classes to her YouTube channel, so you can come back to them later. Where: Ashley Bouder on YouTube Some of hers also...
Contemporary Ballet Class
Rose Beauchamp, Senior Lecturer, Dance Department, University of Rochester Interested in checking out ballet? Or just want to take a class? This class is an open level class that explores a little history and some of the basics you can do in your living room. Follow...
Alumni Advice with Lily Frye ‘12
Lily Frye ‘12, Systems Engineer in Radar Development at Lockheed Martin. BA in Physics, with a minor in French and Math from Vassar. Working on a masters in Electrical Engineering at USC. Managing College Life...
Community Helpers – Jennel Frere, Nurse
Interview with Community Helper, Jennel Frere, P '26 '28, Nurse Watch the interview here!
Five Steps For How To Start a Home Garden
Now that we’re home, this is the perfect time to start a garden. Watch the video for some easy starting tips on making a garden at your home, no matter how much room you have! Presented by Lisa Barker, Harley Food and Farm Educator...
Sports Tips: Baseball/Softball – swing and hitting tips, grades 2-12
Baseball/Softball swing drills and tips with Peter Mancuso (grades 2-12) ... I will be going over some basic hitting drills and tips for those interested in learning or improving their baseball/softball swing. I'll talk about basic mechanics and concepts to think...
Ballet, pilates, core workout with top ballet dancers
Dancewear Royale is hosting a series of teachers on its Instagram account. And better yet, they're posting the classes to IGTV, so you can check them out anytime. The classes range from ballet to pilates to core workout. Where: @dancewearroyal IGTV
Alumni Advice with Lily Frye ‘12
Lily Frye ‘12, Systems Engineer in Radar Development at Lockheed Martin. BA in Physics, with a minor in French and Math from Vassar. Working on a masters in Electrical Engineering at USC. Studying Well in College (especially for big tests)...
Pollinator Project
Stop in to learn more about the importance of pollinators for our environment and region. Harley’s own Trish Corcoran is a passionate pollinator advocate. Learn more from her about how to protect our pollinators and help them prosper! Watch the video here! ...
Community Helpers – Dr. Juliea McCall, Veterinarian
Interview with Community Helper, Dr. Juliea McCall, P '34, Veterinarian Watch the interview here!
Sports Tips: Golf – putting
Basic putting skills with Peter Mancuso (grades 2-12) ... I will be going over some basic putting tips for those interested in learning or improving their putting. I'll also talk about some basic mechanics and concepts to think about when putting to improve your...
Community Helpers – Karsten Solberg, Architect
Wednesday, April 8 Interview with Community Helper, Karsten Solberg P '31 '35, Architect watch the interview here. https://drive.google.com/open?id=1JtLN7LcmAIu9VQ0lqMQmkYDZYADJTOTW
Daily Challenges and Trips with Kima Enerson, Maker Educator
Kima Enerson, Maker Educator Follow the link to the Maker Education landing page to explore the daily Maker Challenge, Lego Challenge, Everyday Mystery, and Virtual Field Trips! https://sites.google.com/harleyschool.org/thecommons/makerspace-landing-page ...
Concert: Moon Songs by Ashley and Steve Danyew
Ashley Danyew, private piano instructor, and Steve Danyew, saxophone and composer A selection of three moon-inspired pieces of music http://quietube7.com/v.php/http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nRV4964AUUk
Science Insights with Josh Frye ‘15
Josh Frye ‘15, graduated from Haverford College in 2019, where he studied Archaeology and Chemistry. He is spending this year in Rochester, researching, subbing, and coaching at Harley before starting his masters in the fall. Penicillin: Why Does It Work?...
Story Time, “The Marvelous Toy” with Jay Stetzer
Listen to Jay spin his wonderful magic as he incorporates his story within a song. https://drive.google.com/file/d/10Omz3NBzgOYPrzdcfB05gXTjhebbP9En/view?usp=sharing
Mindful Presence: How to Eat More Mindfully (kids)
This video clip instructing children how to experiment with eating mindfully is most appropriate for Lower School students and their parents. http://quietube7.com/v.php/http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dkP6vHSUAGA&feature=youtu.be
Film Industry Discussion with Wayne Holt (extended day staff and film aficionado)
Deep Discussions -- Michael Frank interviews Wayne Holt (extended day staff and film aficionado) about what he values and remembers most in movies. Watch Wayne's interview here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1W_C0Rv6KWBkmntN7t2uqML_4W1lPQ0wh/view?usp=sharing...
Documentary, “The Promise of Biomimicry”
The Promise of Biomimicry Ever wonder how an idea inspired by nature gets brought to market? Biomimicry looks to the natural world for creative, sustainable solutions to solve our greatest design challenges. But it’s not enough to have a strategy for tackling a...
Rochester and the Erie Canal
Learn about the history and development of the Erie Canal and its impact on Rochester with Jay Stetzer Watch here!
Capstone Projects: Next Steps, Lily Glaser ‘19 (Gap year abroad)
A recap of Lily’s 2018-19 year-long capstone project about Louise Slaughter and specifically about the GINA bill she championed. https://www.loom.com/share/645a6ba1c90b48ba9253639f4e1dd29e
Capstone Projects: Next Steps with Suzannah Sheeran ‘19
Sharing about Suzannah’s capstone project from last year and current work. https://drive.google.com/open?id=19HujFKVF0rcoZ5BIfZA2c_K3-bTbfVq8
Morning Workout with Dan Deckman – Running: Getting Started
Dan Deckman, Head Coach of Track/Field and Cross Country HAC teams and Horizons at Harley Director of DevelopmentGet a solid start to your day by joining Coach Deckman in a morning workout routine...
Concert – guitar/mandolin/ukulele
Ken Luk, adjunct lecturer of music theory at Eastman, and adjunct lecturer of guitar at SUNY Geneseo and Alfred University. He has a Doctor of Musical Arts in Performance and Literature in Classical Guitar, and lead the Eastman/Harley Community Gamelan. Recorded...
Community Helpers – Alisa Kim and Ryan Palmitesso P ‘34
Interview with Community Helpers, Alisa Kim and Ryan Palmitesso P ‘34, Dentists https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YTZhsOgDF3c2sk_I2ZMQLBoUaYsVaqqJ/view?usp=sharing
Community Helpers – Jason Speirs, Tennis Coach
Interview with Community Helper, Jason Speirs, '99, Tennis Coach and owner of Empire Tennis Academy Watch the interview here!
Film Industry Discussion with Richard Simon ’20
Deep Discussions -- Michael Frank interviews Richard Simon ’20 (student filmmaker) as they discuss film and cinematography Watch here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TUVucwg-7IRWalsD2iaBomeNlZ7OFgBj/view?usp=sharing
Concert – Soprano
A sought-after actress, soloist, and Music/Theatre educator in the Rochester, NY area, Jeannie was recently in Judith Ranelletta and OFC Creations and reprising the role of the Housekeeper for their production of Man of LaMancha. She was most recently seen as Sister...
Community Helpers – Dr. Steven Schulz, Pediatrician
Interview with Community Helper, Dr. Steven Schulz, P '30, Pediatrician Click here to watch the video
Community Helpers – Pedro Hoil, Chef
Interview with Community Helper, Pedro Hoil, P '26 '28, Chef Watch the interview here!
Sports Tips: Baseball/Softball – fielding tips, grades 2-12
Baseball/Softball fielding drills and tips with Peter Mancuso (grades 2-12) ... I will be going over some basic fielding drills for baseball/softball players interested in learning or improving their fielding. I'll talk about basic mechanics and concepts to think...
Community Helpers – Rose Beauchamp, Dance Instructor
Interview with Community Helper, Rose Beauchamp, P '27 '29, Dance Instructor Watch the interview here!
Community Helpers – Jacqueline Moe, Dance Teacher
Interview with Community Helper, Jacqueline Moe P ‘26, Dance Teacher at Renaissance Academy Watch the interview here!
Kids Yoga with Jenny Palsey
Jenny Palsey, yoga instructor, has taught at Tru Yoga Rochester in the South Wedge, vinyasa, and prenatal yoga classes. https://drive.google.com/file/d/18AeSlj4C-Bbr84Z_t_PbIC20k1nxNZxD/view?usp=sharing
Podcasts for Theater Buffs
Enjoy theses vetted theater podcasts: Actor Aesthetic Podcast Why I’ll Never Make It The Ensemblist Live At Five A Dancer’s Guide Podcast A Balancing Act Breaking Broadway with Kerry Butler Josh Swallows Broadway Equity One: Broadway’s Happy Hour The Ladies Who Lunch...
Community Helpers – Aaron Smith, Firefighter
Interview with Community Helper, Aaron Smith, P '21, Firefighter Watch the interview here!
Creative Dance for LS
Rose Beauchamp, Senior Lecturer, Dance Department, University of Rochester Have Fun and get your body moving! This class has some warm-ups to get your body going and some fun activities! Follow along!...
Concert with the Nance family, P ’16
Wes Nance - trumpet, Shannon Nance - violin, Brianna Nance - flute, and Bridget Nance - oboe Join the Nance family as they share about their instruments, tell about the various instrument families, and play some beautiful Bach together. Both Wes and Shannon play in...
COVID-19 – 3/14/20
Dear Harley families, Thank you for being patient as we navigate this unprecedented health crisis in our community and in our world. There is so much uncertainty—and the situation is so fluid—that things are changing hour by hour. Earlier today we sent out an...
COVID-19 – 3/12/20
Dear Harley community, We are going through something we’ve never quite seen before—as a school, a community, a world. It’s all moving incredibly fast: colleges and universities closing, events being cancelled, and last night we came to learn of our first confirmed...
COVID-19 – 3/7/20
Dear Harley community, We’ve been doing quite a bit of work making plans should the coronavirus come our way, hoping—of course—that we don’t need to use most of them. The various topics are broken out below. School Closure Decisions We are closely following...
COVID-19 – 3/3/20
Dear Harley community, The coronavirus (COVID-19) has made its way to the United States; in New York State a case has been confirmed in Manhattan, and in Toronto there are about a dozen. I wanted to provide you with information about what Harley is doing to prevent...
Head of School Email – April 5, 2020
Dear Harley Community members, Harley Commons School starts tomorrow morning! There are some 60 different events planned, with a few more to come. Please take a moment to check out this intro video with Seth O'Bryan and his daughter Nora '34: Harley Commons School...
Pi Day: Middle School Math (Both Fun and Delicious)
By Lee Allen, Grade 5 and 6 Mathematics Teacher Each year on March 14th (in other words, 3/14!), grade 6 students at The Harley School celebrate Pi Day. This event originated over 20 years ago because I thought it would be fun for the kids to learn about...
Mindfulness and Recess Make A Difference
By Hassan Jones, Head of Middle School “In today’s rush, we all think too much — seek too much — want too much — and forget about the joy of just being” (Eckhart Tolle). The bell rang and the students spilled out into the hallway skipping and moving joyfully to their...
Middle School MathCounts Team Competes at RIT
The Harley Middle School MathCounts Team was one of twelve middle school teams (comprising over eighty students competing) at RIT at the Monroe County MathCounts Chapter meet on Saturday, February 29th. The team has been practicing every Friday morning with coaches...
Season 7 Episode 01 – Climate Change
Joy In Learning: Episode 22, Diversity in Education
Diversity in Education Celebrating 25 years of Horizons at Harley, by digging into the great topic of equity in education. Our esteemed presenters will discuss diversity, equity, access and how they impact education in Rochester from elementary up through...
Middle School Teachers Focus on Supporting Our Students
Our Middle School teachers love this age group and it shows. The joy and energy of students in the middle school years inspires them and informs their individualized approaches to the ways these kids learn. Our video interviews will provide you with a holistic...
Grade 4: Punkin’ Chunkin’, STEAM in Action
Developed four years ago, the project culminates in an outdoor (weather permitting) test launch where students take turns hurling pumpkins into mid-air and cheering one another on. “We developed Punkin’ Chunkin’ as a way to incorporate more Science, Technology,...
Our Student Mental Health and Wellness Approach
One of the most significant changes in schools in the past ten years has been an increased awareness of student mental health and wellness needs. Harley has long endeavored to promote student wellness, and in the past several years, we have worked to have a more...
Teaching Applied Empathy to Our Children
by Beth Bailey An interview with Lower School counselor, Shelli Reetz There are several types of empathy: emotional empathy, when you feel an emotional pull; cognitive empathy, when you think about how someone might feel; and applied empathy, acting in a compassionate...
Sink and Float: Hands on Learning in a Primary Class
by Beth Bailey and Meredith Cavallaro, Primary faculty One of our Primary classes started a new unit, sink and float, this fall. This particular exploration involved the scientific skills of prediction, observation, and investigation (to name just a few). Things...
Grade 9, “Rights and Responsibilities” class, field study
On a rainy Friday, November 3rd, the Trimester I Rights & Responsibilities class (required for all Grade 9 students) took a trip to downtown Rochester to hear first-hand memories of the July 1964 race rebellion and gain context for those events. After visiting...
Oaks and Acorns: April 2019
April 4, 2019 A re-declaration of independence A couple of weeks ago, I wrote to the community about a legal matter that Harley is involved in, one that has the potential to threaten our independence as a school. After a lot of processing and discussion...
Oaks and Acorns: February 2019
February 13, 2019 “I’ll Go First” “What difference did it make that you went to Harley?” That was the question posed by a member of the class of ’82 to a member of the class of ’17, now a sophomore at Tufts, during a recent alumni dinner in Cambridge, Massachusetts....
Oaks and Acorns: January 2019
January 11, 2018 A Promenade of Accolades Lots and lots of interesting news around the Harley School in the last month or so. This month’s Oaks & Acorns will be a catch-up on all the news! Early Decisions, Decisions We have some early returns on the...
Skye Mossbrook: School and Slopes
Senior Skye Mossbrook discusses two of his favorite things: mogul skiing and Harley faculty.
Motor Skill Development in Action in Our Primary Classrooms
Motor Skill Development in Action By Meredith Cavallaro, Primary faculty Note: Our Primary classes combine Kindergarten and Grade 1 to offer students continuity during a time when they are rapidly developing. It also gives faculty the opportunity to pair...
Oaks and Acorns: December 2018
December 6, 2018 Ourselves, Together It’s the season of traditions here at Harley: the Lower Schoolers are rehearsing Pageant, the music department is getting the Candlelight music ready, and both seniors and new teachers are starting to work on their costumes for Elf...
Oaks and Acorns: November 2018
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Podcast: “The Harley Parley”, Halloween Special
Our Middle School students produce a weekly podcast, The Harley Parley. Enjoy their Halloween special here.
Biomimicry Students Win Environmental Innovation Award
Retired Head of Lower School Pam Kimmet was the “grandmother” of Harley’s outdoor playground. Under her guidance, the School built a hybrid between traditional playground pieces like swings and slides—and imagination—sparking spaces such as log “bridges” and water...
Oaks and Acorns: October 2018
First, a thank-you I just wanted to express my appreciation for all the energy and good feeling around last weekend’s installation, “Igniting a Second Century.” This ended up being a wonderful celebration of the Harley community and tremendous fun. I’d love to reach...
Gettin’ Gritty=Student Success
The Harley School teaches resilience, conscientiousness, optimism, self-control, and grit—they make a big difference in academic success. By Beth Bailey Recently, an article from The Atlantic aught my eye. It discussed research about a set of qualities—including...
The World According to Gilbert: Meet Harley Alum and Middle School History Teacher, Doug Gilbert ’87
Middle School History Teacher, Doug Gilbert Meet Harley alumnus, Middle School History teacher, intrepid globe trekker, and all-round bundle of energy, Doug Gilbert. Middle School history teacher Doug Gilbert “You guys better know your Zheng He from your Hong...
How we encourage and support risk-taking
Risk Taking Podcasts We’ve gone straight to our thoughtful faculty and asked three of them to talk about the ways they encourage risk-taking in students, how they facilitate it, and what it means for their learning. ...
Oaks and Acorns: September 2018
September 6, 2018 Drum roll, please There’s a point each summer, typically mid-August, when the folks who work at Harley through the dog days go into a kind of mild existential funk. We can only survive so long in the absence of kids! It makes the hallways too...
Oaks and Acorns
So said Max in Where the Wild Things Are, a Frye family favorite… and it always comes to mind as I start any new adventure. And it’s adventure time: today is my first day as Harley’s Head of School.In my role as Upper School Head at Harley, I sent out a letter every...
Oaks and Acorns: Special Playground Edition
August 20, 2018 Taking Play-based Learning to a New Level: Winslow Natural Playground & Outdoor Learning Center If you’ve ever followed animal footprints, dangled from a tree branch, rolled down a hill, jumped from boulder to boulder, or made a mud pie, you’ve...
A Parent’s Guide to Back to School
Parent Council Co-Chair, Diana Palotas, shares tips for parents to prepare for the coming school year. by Diana Palotas, Parent Council Co-Chair I hate to see summer vacation end. I like that the kids can be off schedule to stay up late, sleep in, and run on...
Tips to Make a Smooth Transition to School for Lower School (N-4)
By Erin Berg with Terry Smith With the first day of school around the corner, what is the best way to make sure you and your children are ready? Our Head of Lower School Terry Smith’s three key suggestions are: sleep, routine and building up enthusiasm. ...
Biomimicry Global Design Challenge: The Harley School’s Biomimicry Club Places Third with huMANGROVE
The Upper School Biomimicry Club at The Harley School recently earned third place in the Biomimicry Institute’s national Biomimicry Youth Design Challenge.The design concept competition encourages young people to develop bio-inspired solutions to real-world...
Oaks and Acorns: August 2018
“The mind is not a vessel to be filled, it is a fire to be ignited.” So wrote the ancient Greek philosopher Plutarch in Moralia, and this sentiment has been repeated by educational thinkers ever since. It makes a kind of gut-level sense to those of us who had...
Winslow Natural Playground & Outdoor Learning Center
Retired Head of Lower School Pam Kimmet was the “grandmother” of Harley’s outdoor playground. Under her guidance, the School built a hybrid between traditional playground pieces like swings and slides—and imagination—sparking spaces such as log “bridges” and water...
Learn More: Joy of Summer Nursery!
We explore the great outdoors Our Summer Nursery is a great way to keep busy learning, exploring and having fun year-round! Our program features play as a vehicle for learning while engaging the imaginative, growing minds of this age. Specifically designed for 3-year...
Harley Bird Garden
When news of the Bird Sleuth program came to us last fall, a core group of teachers at the Harley School committed to write a project proposal. Our team included science teachers, coordinators for our Microfarm and Maker programs, as well as teachers from each of our...
The Harley School’s History of Caring: Crafting Generations of Involved, Compassionate Citizens
By Erin Berg Among the five core elements of The Harley School mission is showing students how to care for the world and the people in it. This sense of community involvement is deeply rooted in the origins of the School, from the time in 1917 when a group of women...
The Harley School’s Microfarm: Student-led Redesign
Senior Capstone project by Davy Brooks ‘18 About Harley’s Capstone Program The Capstone Program offers Harley seniors an experience typically reserved for college or graduate school students. In the spirit of our school motto, Become What Thou Art, the Capstone...
Historic Announcement from The Harley School!
The Sands Family Foundation has announced an historic $3 million gift to The Harley School. The timing of the gift corresponds with The Harley School’s Centennial and the continued execution of its strategic plan.The gift to the school’s endowment will be fully...
Podcast: “Joy in Learning” -College Entrance Preparation
College Entrance-Preparation for Success in College and Beyond College preparation is much more than just grades and testing ability. Learn about what it means to be both “college ready” followed by “out-of-the-basement” ready. Our academic dean, Lars Kuelling,...
From Maker Space to Stage!
Our Middle School students can choose different flex time classes each trimester. They range from Podcasting to Guitar Club to Creative Writing...and much more. The most recent group of students involved in the flex time Makers Club created all the sets for our...
Pi Day: Middle School Math (Both Fun and Delicious)
Each year, Pi Day occurs on March 14th, and in Grade 6 at The Harley School, we celebrate in a big way. By Lee Allen, Grade 5 and 6 Mathematics Teacher Pi Day: Student project Each year on March 14th (in other words, 3/14!), grade 6 students at The Harley School...
Middle School
Head of School Email – April 5, 2020
Dear Harley alumni, friends, and past parents, I am writing to stay in touch as Harley responds to the COVID-19 crisis. We made the decision to close the school and move to remote learning last Saturday, March 14th, and at this moment we're unsure when we will re-open...
One of our Upper Schoolers reflects on her experience of “Harley at Home.”
The Harley School, Nursery-12th Grade, Rochester NY From Lucy, a 10th grader, about her school during this time of crisis: “Our small classes at Harley have always made it easier to engage in discussions, get everyone to participate, and develop trusting relationships...
Larry’s The Weekly – April 24, 2020
“This is your Monday morning reminder that you are amazing and you can handle anything!” Thus began Dr. Jones’ Morning Meeting message to the students of the Middle School a few days ago. Each of the three divisions, and in the Lower School the teachers, host Morning...
Larry’s The Weekly – April 17, 2020
Happy Friday! I’m hoping to write an end-of-the-week note to all of you from here out. The coronavirus madness has us adjusting in every imaginable way, and I miss chatting with you as you drop off your children in the morning, or bumping into you in the Gallery....
Head of School Email – March 30, 2020
Hello everyone, As everything from classes to socializing has moved online, I wanted to point to several new resources we now have available for you. Everything in One Place: Harley at Home This page holds links to all of our resources, community sharing, COVID-19...
Head of School Email – March 29, 2020
Dear Harley students and parents, I hope this note finds you well and adjusting to our new circumstances. Some of you have been in touch with different teachers and admins wondering if Harley will be moving forward with a traditional Spring Break, or if there might...
Community Helpers, Holly Brown P ‘30
Interview with Community Helper, Holly Brown, ENL Teacher https://drive.google.com/open?id=1Vve0eT0zLMNyq8pPjdUQ2oGsPc2_Kn2F
Broadway Dreams, Schedule posted at 10:55am daily
Broadway Dreams Daily Free Arts Training. Check the link above for a daily programming announcement, published at 10:55 AM ET.
1-2 pm, New York City Ballet star Tiler Peck, all levels ballet class
Who: New York City Ballet star Tiler Peck When: 1pm M-F, one hour class, all levels Where: @tilerpeck Live Hosted on: Instagram (@tilerpeck) While sticking to a daily routine and seeking out the positive may be difficult during this time of uncertainty and social...
Meditation: Loosen the Grip of Fear and Anxiety
A brief talk and meditation to explore how mindfulness and compassion can free us from the grip of worry and fear during this difficult time. This audio clip is most appropriate for Upper School students, parents, and faculty/staff. ...
Community Helpers – Dr. Christine Arigo, Pediatrician
Interview with Community Helper, Dr. Christine Arigo, P '20, Pediatrician Watch the interview here
Community Helpers – John Urtis, Pilot
Interview with Community Helper, John Urtis, P '25, Pilot Watch the interview here!
Meditation: Walking Meditation
This audio is helpful to listen to as you engage in a standing meditation before beginning your walking meditation. It is most appropriate for Upper School students, parents, and faculty/staff. ...
Interview with Restaurant Owners, Alison and Gino Ruggiero
Interview with Community Helpers, restaurant owners Alison and Gino Ruggiero, P ’32. Hear what it's like behind-the-scenes if you own and work at a restaurant. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1McN1Zyck_aMj2O7p7BVUUXj3htZQAWDf/view?usp=sharing
Interview with Emily Mendolia, 2nd Grade teacher in Greece Central School District
Interview with Community Helper, Emily Mendolia P ’33 ’33, 2nd Grade teacher in Greece Central School District watch the interview here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RshLS5FJHAyKaxkIgjcy5fYDqVVMGoOM/view?usp=sharing
Sports Tips: Golf – the basic swing and tips, grades 2-12
Basic golf swing tips with Peter Mancuso (grades 2-12) I will be going over some basic golf swing tips geared toward beginner golfers and those interested in learning or improving their swing. I will talk about the grip, stance and alignment with the goal of getting...
Capstone Projects: Next Steps, Gwyn Gutheil ‘19 and Niles Jones ‘19
Capstone Projects: Next Steps Gwyn Gutheil ‘19 (Trinity College) and Niles Jones ‘19 (Stony Brook University) A follow up to Gwyn and Niles’ related capstone projects on the realm of masculinity and how sexism affects society. They discuss how their related capstone...
NYC Ballet principal classes (some featuring her young daughter as well)
Intermediate/Advance Ballet Ashley Bouder gave us an extra treat this week: live-streamed classes every day. Plus, the NYCB principal is saving the classes to her YouTube channel, so you can come back to them later. Where: Ashley Bouder on YouTube Some of hers also...
Contemporary Ballet Class
Rose Beauchamp, Senior Lecturer, Dance Department, University of Rochester Interested in checking out ballet? Or just want to take a class? This class is an open level class that explores a little history and some of the basics you can do in your living room. Follow...
Alumni Advice with Lily Frye ‘12
Lily Frye ‘12, Systems Engineer in Radar Development at Lockheed Martin. BA in Physics, with a minor in French and Math from Vassar. Working on a masters in Electrical Engineering at USC. Managing College Life...
Community Helpers – Jennel Frere, Nurse
Interview with Community Helper, Jennel Frere, P '26 '28, Nurse Watch the interview here!
Five Steps For How To Start a Home Garden
Now that we’re home, this is the perfect time to start a garden. Watch the video for some easy starting tips on making a garden at your home, no matter how much room you have! Presented by Lisa Barker, Harley Food and Farm Educator...
Sports Tips: Baseball/Softball – swing and hitting tips, grades 2-12
Baseball/Softball swing drills and tips with Peter Mancuso (grades 2-12) ... I will be going over some basic hitting drills and tips for those interested in learning or improving their baseball/softball swing. I'll talk about basic mechanics and concepts to think...
Ballet, pilates, core workout with top ballet dancers
Dancewear Royale is hosting a series of teachers on its Instagram account. And better yet, they're posting the classes to IGTV, so you can check them out anytime. The classes range from ballet to pilates to core workout. Where: @dancewearroyal IGTV
Alumni Advice with Lily Frye ‘12
Lily Frye ‘12, Systems Engineer in Radar Development at Lockheed Martin. BA in Physics, with a minor in French and Math from Vassar. Working on a masters in Electrical Engineering at USC. Studying Well in College (especially for big tests)...
Pollinator Project
Stop in to learn more about the importance of pollinators for our environment and region. Harley’s own Trish Corcoran is a passionate pollinator advocate. Learn more from her about how to protect our pollinators and help them prosper! Watch the video here! ...
Community Helpers – Dr. Juliea McCall, Veterinarian
Interview with Community Helper, Dr. Juliea McCall, P '34, Veterinarian Watch the interview here!
Sports Tips: Golf – putting
Basic putting skills with Peter Mancuso (grades 2-12) ... I will be going over some basic putting tips for those interested in learning or improving their putting. I'll also talk about some basic mechanics and concepts to think about when putting to improve your...
Community Helpers – Karsten Solberg, Architect
Wednesday, April 8 Interview with Community Helper, Karsten Solberg P '31 '35, Architect watch the interview here. https://drive.google.com/open?id=1JtLN7LcmAIu9VQ0lqMQmkYDZYADJTOTW
Daily Challenges and Trips with Kima Enerson, Maker Educator
Kima Enerson, Maker Educator Follow the link to the Maker Education landing page to explore the daily Maker Challenge, Lego Challenge, Everyday Mystery, and Virtual Field Trips! https://sites.google.com/harleyschool.org/thecommons/makerspace-landing-page ...
Concert: Moon Songs by Ashley and Steve Danyew
Ashley Danyew, private piano instructor, and Steve Danyew, saxophone and composer A selection of three moon-inspired pieces of music http://quietube7.com/v.php/http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nRV4964AUUk
Science Insights with Josh Frye ‘15
Josh Frye ‘15, graduated from Haverford College in 2019, where he studied Archaeology and Chemistry. He is spending this year in Rochester, researching, subbing, and coaching at Harley before starting his masters in the fall. Penicillin: Why Does It Work?...
Story Time, “The Marvelous Toy” with Jay Stetzer
Listen to Jay spin his wonderful magic as he incorporates his story within a song. https://drive.google.com/file/d/10Omz3NBzgOYPrzdcfB05gXTjhebbP9En/view?usp=sharing
Mindful Presence: How to Eat More Mindfully (kids)
This video clip instructing children how to experiment with eating mindfully is most appropriate for Lower School students and their parents. http://quietube7.com/v.php/http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dkP6vHSUAGA&feature=youtu.be
Film Industry Discussion with Wayne Holt (extended day staff and film aficionado)
Deep Discussions -- Michael Frank interviews Wayne Holt (extended day staff and film aficionado) about what he values and remembers most in movies. Watch Wayne's interview here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1W_C0Rv6KWBkmntN7t2uqML_4W1lPQ0wh/view?usp=sharing...
Documentary, “The Promise of Biomimicry”
The Promise of Biomimicry Ever wonder how an idea inspired by nature gets brought to market? Biomimicry looks to the natural world for creative, sustainable solutions to solve our greatest design challenges. But it’s not enough to have a strategy for tackling a...
Rochester and the Erie Canal
Learn about the history and development of the Erie Canal and its impact on Rochester with Jay Stetzer Watch here!
Capstone Projects: Next Steps, Lily Glaser ‘19 (Gap year abroad)
A recap of Lily’s 2018-19 year-long capstone project about Louise Slaughter and specifically about the GINA bill she championed. https://www.loom.com/share/645a6ba1c90b48ba9253639f4e1dd29e
Capstone Projects: Next Steps with Suzannah Sheeran ‘19
Sharing about Suzannah’s capstone project from last year and current work. https://drive.google.com/open?id=19HujFKVF0rcoZ5BIfZA2c_K3-bTbfVq8
Morning Workout with Dan Deckman – Running: Getting Started
Dan Deckman, Head Coach of Track/Field and Cross Country HAC teams and Horizons at Harley Director of DevelopmentGet a solid start to your day by joining Coach Deckman in a morning workout routine...
Concert – guitar/mandolin/ukulele
Ken Luk, adjunct lecturer of music theory at Eastman, and adjunct lecturer of guitar at SUNY Geneseo and Alfred University. He has a Doctor of Musical Arts in Performance and Literature in Classical Guitar, and lead the Eastman/Harley Community Gamelan. Recorded...
Community Helpers – Alisa Kim and Ryan Palmitesso P ‘34
Interview with Community Helpers, Alisa Kim and Ryan Palmitesso P ‘34, Dentists https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YTZhsOgDF3c2sk_I2ZMQLBoUaYsVaqqJ/view?usp=sharing
Community Helpers – Jason Speirs, Tennis Coach
Interview with Community Helper, Jason Speirs, '99, Tennis Coach and owner of Empire Tennis Academy Watch the interview here!
Film Industry Discussion with Richard Simon ’20
Deep Discussions -- Michael Frank interviews Richard Simon ’20 (student filmmaker) as they discuss film and cinematography Watch here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TUVucwg-7IRWalsD2iaBomeNlZ7OFgBj/view?usp=sharing
Concert – Soprano
A sought-after actress, soloist, and Music/Theatre educator in the Rochester, NY area, Jeannie was recently in Judith Ranelletta and OFC Creations and reprising the role of the Housekeeper for their production of Man of LaMancha. She was most recently seen as Sister...
Community Helpers – Dr. Steven Schulz, Pediatrician
Interview with Community Helper, Dr. Steven Schulz, P '30, Pediatrician Click here to watch the video
Community Helpers – Pedro Hoil, Chef
Interview with Community Helper, Pedro Hoil, P '26 '28, Chef Watch the interview here!
Sports Tips: Baseball/Softball – fielding tips, grades 2-12
Baseball/Softball fielding drills and tips with Peter Mancuso (grades 2-12) ... I will be going over some basic fielding drills for baseball/softball players interested in learning or improving their fielding. I'll talk about basic mechanics and concepts to think...
Community Helpers – Rose Beauchamp, Dance Instructor
Interview with Community Helper, Rose Beauchamp, P '27 '29, Dance Instructor Watch the interview here!
Community Helpers – Jacqueline Moe, Dance Teacher
Interview with Community Helper, Jacqueline Moe P ‘26, Dance Teacher at Renaissance Academy Watch the interview here!
Kids Yoga with Jenny Palsey
Jenny Palsey, yoga instructor, has taught at Tru Yoga Rochester in the South Wedge, vinyasa, and prenatal yoga classes. https://drive.google.com/file/d/18AeSlj4C-Bbr84Z_t_PbIC20k1nxNZxD/view?usp=sharing
Podcasts for Theater Buffs
Enjoy theses vetted theater podcasts: Actor Aesthetic Podcast Why I’ll Never Make It The Ensemblist Live At Five A Dancer’s Guide Podcast A Balancing Act Breaking Broadway with Kerry Butler Josh Swallows Broadway Equity One: Broadway’s Happy Hour The Ladies Who Lunch...
Community Helpers – Aaron Smith, Firefighter
Interview with Community Helper, Aaron Smith, P '21, Firefighter Watch the interview here!
Creative Dance for LS
Rose Beauchamp, Senior Lecturer, Dance Department, University of Rochester Have Fun and get your body moving! This class has some warm-ups to get your body going and some fun activities! Follow along!...
Concert with the Nance family, P ’16
Wes Nance - trumpet, Shannon Nance - violin, Brianna Nance - flute, and Bridget Nance - oboe Join the Nance family as they share about their instruments, tell about the various instrument families, and play some beautiful Bach together. Both Wes and Shannon play in...
COVID-19 – 3/14/20
Dear Harley families, Thank you for being patient as we navigate this unprecedented health crisis in our community and in our world. There is so much uncertainty—and the situation is so fluid—that things are changing hour by hour. Earlier today we sent out an...
COVID-19 – 3/12/20
Dear Harley community, We are going through something we’ve never quite seen before—as a school, a community, a world. It’s all moving incredibly fast: colleges and universities closing, events being cancelled, and last night we came to learn of our first confirmed...
COVID-19 – 3/7/20
Dear Harley community, We’ve been doing quite a bit of work making plans should the coronavirus come our way, hoping—of course—that we don’t need to use most of them. The various topics are broken out below. School Closure Decisions We are closely following...
COVID-19 – 3/3/20
Dear Harley community, The coronavirus (COVID-19) has made its way to the United States; in New York State a case has been confirmed in Manhattan, and in Toronto there are about a dozen. I wanted to provide you with information about what Harley is doing to prevent...
Head of School Email – April 5, 2020
Dear Harley Community members, Harley Commons School starts tomorrow morning! There are some 60 different events planned, with a few more to come. Please take a moment to check out this intro video with Seth O'Bryan and his daughter Nora '34: Harley Commons School...
Pi Day: Middle School Math (Both Fun and Delicious)
By Lee Allen, Grade 5 and 6 Mathematics Teacher Each year on March 14th (in other words, 3/14!), grade 6 students at The Harley School celebrate Pi Day. This event originated over 20 years ago because I thought it would be fun for the kids to learn about...
Mindfulness and Recess Make A Difference
By Hassan Jones, Head of Middle School “In today’s rush, we all think too much — seek too much — want too much — and forget about the joy of just being” (Eckhart Tolle). The bell rang and the students spilled out into the hallway skipping and moving joyfully to their...
Middle School MathCounts Team Competes at RIT
The Harley Middle School MathCounts Team was one of twelve middle school teams (comprising over eighty students competing) at RIT at the Monroe County MathCounts Chapter meet on Saturday, February 29th. The team has been practicing every Friday morning with coaches...
Season 7 Episode 01 – Climate Change
Joy In Learning: Episode 22, Diversity in Education
Diversity in Education Celebrating 25 years of Horizons at Harley, by digging into the great topic of equity in education. Our esteemed presenters will discuss diversity, equity, access and how they impact education in Rochester from elementary up through...
Middle School Teachers Focus on Supporting Our Students
Our Middle School teachers love this age group and it shows. The joy and energy of students in the middle school years inspires them and informs their individualized approaches to the ways these kids learn. Our video interviews will provide you with a holistic...
Grade 4: Punkin’ Chunkin’, STEAM in Action
Developed four years ago, the project culminates in an outdoor (weather permitting) test launch where students take turns hurling pumpkins into mid-air and cheering one another on. “We developed Punkin’ Chunkin’ as a way to incorporate more Science, Technology,...
Our Student Mental Health and Wellness Approach
One of the most significant changes in schools in the past ten years has been an increased awareness of student mental health and wellness needs. Harley has long endeavored to promote student wellness, and in the past several years, we have worked to have a more...
Teaching Applied Empathy to Our Children
by Beth Bailey An interview with Lower School counselor, Shelli Reetz There are several types of empathy: emotional empathy, when you feel an emotional pull; cognitive empathy, when you think about how someone might feel; and applied empathy, acting in a compassionate...
Sink and Float: Hands on Learning in a Primary Class
by Beth Bailey and Meredith Cavallaro, Primary faculty One of our Primary classes started a new unit, sink and float, this fall. This particular exploration involved the scientific skills of prediction, observation, and investigation (to name just a few). Things...
Grade 9, “Rights and Responsibilities” class, field study
On a rainy Friday, November 3rd, the Trimester I Rights & Responsibilities class (required for all Grade 9 students) took a trip to downtown Rochester to hear first-hand memories of the July 1964 race rebellion and gain context for those events. After visiting...
Oaks and Acorns: April 2019
April 4, 2019 A re-declaration of independence A couple of weeks ago, I wrote to the community about a legal matter that Harley is involved in, one that has the potential to threaten our independence as a school. After a lot of processing and discussion...
Oaks and Acorns: February 2019
February 13, 2019 “I’ll Go First” “What difference did it make that you went to Harley?” That was the question posed by a member of the class of ’82 to a member of the class of ’17, now a sophomore at Tufts, during a recent alumni dinner in Cambridge, Massachusetts....
Oaks and Acorns: January 2019
January 11, 2018 A Promenade of Accolades Lots and lots of interesting news around the Harley School in the last month or so. This month’s Oaks & Acorns will be a catch-up on all the news! Early Decisions, Decisions We have some early returns on the...
Skye Mossbrook: School and Slopes
Senior Skye Mossbrook discusses two of his favorite things: mogul skiing and Harley faculty.
Motor Skill Development in Action in Our Primary Classrooms
Motor Skill Development in Action By Meredith Cavallaro, Primary faculty Note: Our Primary classes combine Kindergarten and Grade 1 to offer students continuity during a time when they are rapidly developing. It also gives faculty the opportunity to pair...
Oaks and Acorns: December 2018
December 6, 2018 Ourselves, Together It’s the season of traditions here at Harley: the Lower Schoolers are rehearsing Pageant, the music department is getting the Candlelight music ready, and both seniors and new teachers are starting to work on their costumes for Elf...
Oaks and Acorns: November 2018
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Podcast: “The Harley Parley”, Halloween Special
Our Middle School students produce a weekly podcast, The Harley Parley. Enjoy their Halloween special here.
Biomimicry Students Win Environmental Innovation Award
Retired Head of Lower School Pam Kimmet was the “grandmother” of Harley’s outdoor playground. Under her guidance, the School built a hybrid between traditional playground pieces like swings and slides—and imagination—sparking spaces such as log “bridges” and water...
Oaks and Acorns: October 2018
First, a thank-you I just wanted to express my appreciation for all the energy and good feeling around last weekend’s installation, “Igniting a Second Century.” This ended up being a wonderful celebration of the Harley community and tremendous fun. I’d love to reach...
Gettin’ Gritty=Student Success
The Harley School teaches resilience, conscientiousness, optimism, self-control, and grit—they make a big difference in academic success. By Beth Bailey Recently, an article from The Atlantic aught my eye. It discussed research about a set of qualities—including...
The World According to Gilbert: Meet Harley Alum and Middle School History Teacher, Doug Gilbert ’87
Middle School History Teacher, Doug Gilbert Meet Harley alumnus, Middle School History teacher, intrepid globe trekker, and all-round bundle of energy, Doug Gilbert. Middle School history teacher Doug Gilbert “You guys better know your Zheng He from your Hong...
How we encourage and support risk-taking
Risk Taking Podcasts We’ve gone straight to our thoughtful faculty and asked three of them to talk about the ways they encourage risk-taking in students, how they facilitate it, and what it means for their learning. ...
Oaks and Acorns: September 2018
September 6, 2018 Drum roll, please There’s a point each summer, typically mid-August, when the folks who work at Harley through the dog days go into a kind of mild existential funk. We can only survive so long in the absence of kids! It makes the hallways too...
Oaks and Acorns
So said Max in Where the Wild Things Are, a Frye family favorite… and it always comes to mind as I start any new adventure. And it’s adventure time: today is my first day as Harley’s Head of School.In my role as Upper School Head at Harley, I sent out a letter every...
Oaks and Acorns: Special Playground Edition
August 20, 2018 Taking Play-based Learning to a New Level: Winslow Natural Playground & Outdoor Learning Center If you’ve ever followed animal footprints, dangled from a tree branch, rolled down a hill, jumped from boulder to boulder, or made a mud pie, you’ve...
A Parent’s Guide to Back to School
Parent Council Co-Chair, Diana Palotas, shares tips for parents to prepare for the coming school year. by Diana Palotas, Parent Council Co-Chair I hate to see summer vacation end. I like that the kids can be off schedule to stay up late, sleep in, and run on...
Tips to Make a Smooth Transition to School for Lower School (N-4)
By Erin Berg with Terry Smith With the first day of school around the corner, what is the best way to make sure you and your children are ready? Our Head of Lower School Terry Smith’s three key suggestions are: sleep, routine and building up enthusiasm. ...
Biomimicry Global Design Challenge: The Harley School’s Biomimicry Club Places Third with huMANGROVE
The Upper School Biomimicry Club at The Harley School recently earned third place in the Biomimicry Institute’s national Biomimicry Youth Design Challenge.The design concept competition encourages young people to develop bio-inspired solutions to real-world...
Oaks and Acorns: August 2018
“The mind is not a vessel to be filled, it is a fire to be ignited.” So wrote the ancient Greek philosopher Plutarch in Moralia, and this sentiment has been repeated by educational thinkers ever since. It makes a kind of gut-level sense to those of us who had...
Winslow Natural Playground & Outdoor Learning Center
Retired Head of Lower School Pam Kimmet was the “grandmother” of Harley’s outdoor playground. Under her guidance, the School built a hybrid between traditional playground pieces like swings and slides—and imagination—sparking spaces such as log “bridges” and water...
Learn More: Joy of Summer Nursery!
We explore the great outdoors Our Summer Nursery is a great way to keep busy learning, exploring and having fun year-round! Our program features play as a vehicle for learning while engaging the imaginative, growing minds of this age. Specifically designed for 3-year...
Harley Bird Garden
When news of the Bird Sleuth program came to us last fall, a core group of teachers at the Harley School committed to write a project proposal. Our team included science teachers, coordinators for our Microfarm and Maker programs, as well as teachers from each of our...
The Harley School’s History of Caring: Crafting Generations of Involved, Compassionate Citizens
By Erin Berg Among the five core elements of The Harley School mission is showing students how to care for the world and the people in it. This sense of community involvement is deeply rooted in the origins of the School, from the time in 1917 when a group of women...
The Harley School’s Microfarm: Student-led Redesign
Senior Capstone project by Davy Brooks ‘18 About Harley’s Capstone Program The Capstone Program offers Harley seniors an experience typically reserved for college or graduate school students. In the spirit of our school motto, Become What Thou Art, the Capstone...
Historic Announcement from The Harley School!
The Sands Family Foundation has announced an historic $3 million gift to The Harley School. The timing of the gift corresponds with The Harley School’s Centennial and the continued execution of its strategic plan.The gift to the school’s endowment will be fully...
Podcast: “Joy in Learning” -College Entrance Preparation
College Entrance-Preparation for Success in College and Beyond College preparation is much more than just grades and testing ability. Learn about what it means to be both “college ready” followed by “out-of-the-basement” ready. Our academic dean, Lars Kuelling,...
From Maker Space to Stage!
Our Middle School students can choose different flex time classes each trimester. They range from Podcasting to Guitar Club to Creative Writing...and much more. The most recent group of students involved in the flex time Makers Club created all the sets for our...
Pi Day: Middle School Math (Both Fun and Delicious)
Each year, Pi Day occurs on March 14th, and in Grade 6 at The Harley School, we celebrate in a big way. By Lee Allen, Grade 5 and 6 Mathematics Teacher Pi Day: Student project Each year on March 14th (in other words, 3/14!), grade 6 students at The Harley School...
Upper School
Head of School Email – April 5, 2020
Dear Harley alumni, friends, and past parents, I am writing to stay in touch as Harley responds to the COVID-19 crisis. We made the decision to close the school and move to remote learning last Saturday, March 14th, and at this moment we're unsure when we will re-open...
One of our Upper Schoolers reflects on her experience of “Harley at Home.”
The Harley School, Nursery-12th Grade, Rochester NY From Lucy, a 10th grader, about her school during this time of crisis: “Our small classes at Harley have always made it easier to engage in discussions, get everyone to participate, and develop trusting relationships...
Larry’s The Weekly – April 24, 2020
“This is your Monday morning reminder that you are amazing and you can handle anything!” Thus began Dr. Jones’ Morning Meeting message to the students of the Middle School a few days ago. Each of the three divisions, and in the Lower School the teachers, host Morning...
Larry’s The Weekly – April 17, 2020
Happy Friday! I’m hoping to write an end-of-the-week note to all of you from here out. The coronavirus madness has us adjusting in every imaginable way, and I miss chatting with you as you drop off your children in the morning, or bumping into you in the Gallery....
Head of School Email – March 30, 2020
Hello everyone, As everything from classes to socializing has moved online, I wanted to point to several new resources we now have available for you. Everything in One Place: Harley at Home This page holds links to all of our resources, community sharing, COVID-19...
Head of School Email – March 29, 2020
Dear Harley students and parents, I hope this note finds you well and adjusting to our new circumstances. Some of you have been in touch with different teachers and admins wondering if Harley will be moving forward with a traditional Spring Break, or if there might...
Community Helpers, Holly Brown P ‘30
Interview with Community Helper, Holly Brown, ENL Teacher https://drive.google.com/open?id=1Vve0eT0zLMNyq8pPjdUQ2oGsPc2_Kn2F
Broadway Dreams, Schedule posted at 10:55am daily
Broadway Dreams Daily Free Arts Training. Check the link above for a daily programming announcement, published at 10:55 AM ET.
1-2 pm, New York City Ballet star Tiler Peck, all levels ballet class
Who: New York City Ballet star Tiler Peck When: 1pm M-F, one hour class, all levels Where: @tilerpeck Live Hosted on: Instagram (@tilerpeck) While sticking to a daily routine and seeking out the positive may be difficult during this time of uncertainty and social...
Meditation: Loosen the Grip of Fear and Anxiety
A brief talk and meditation to explore how mindfulness and compassion can free us from the grip of worry and fear during this difficult time. This audio clip is most appropriate for Upper School students, parents, and faculty/staff. ...
Community Helpers – Dr. Christine Arigo, Pediatrician
Interview with Community Helper, Dr. Christine Arigo, P '20, Pediatrician Watch the interview here
Community Helpers – John Urtis, Pilot
Interview with Community Helper, John Urtis, P '25, Pilot Watch the interview here!
Meditation: Walking Meditation
This audio is helpful to listen to as you engage in a standing meditation before beginning your walking meditation. It is most appropriate for Upper School students, parents, and faculty/staff. ...
Interview with Restaurant Owners, Alison and Gino Ruggiero
Interview with Community Helpers, restaurant owners Alison and Gino Ruggiero, P ’32. Hear what it's like behind-the-scenes if you own and work at a restaurant. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1McN1Zyck_aMj2O7p7BVUUXj3htZQAWDf/view?usp=sharing
Interview with Emily Mendolia, 2nd Grade teacher in Greece Central School District
Interview with Community Helper, Emily Mendolia P ’33 ’33, 2nd Grade teacher in Greece Central School District watch the interview here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RshLS5FJHAyKaxkIgjcy5fYDqVVMGoOM/view?usp=sharing
Sports Tips: Golf – the basic swing and tips, grades 2-12
Basic golf swing tips with Peter Mancuso (grades 2-12) I will be going over some basic golf swing tips geared toward beginner golfers and those interested in learning or improving their swing. I will talk about the grip, stance and alignment with the goal of getting...
Capstone Projects: Next Steps, Gwyn Gutheil ‘19 and Niles Jones ‘19
Capstone Projects: Next Steps Gwyn Gutheil ‘19 (Trinity College) and Niles Jones ‘19 (Stony Brook University) A follow up to Gwyn and Niles’ related capstone projects on the realm of masculinity and how sexism affects society. They discuss how their related capstone...
NYC Ballet principal classes (some featuring her young daughter as well)
Intermediate/Advance Ballet Ashley Bouder gave us an extra treat this week: live-streamed classes every day. Plus, the NYCB principal is saving the classes to her YouTube channel, so you can come back to them later. Where: Ashley Bouder on YouTube Some of hers also...
Contemporary Ballet Class
Rose Beauchamp, Senior Lecturer, Dance Department, University of Rochester Interested in checking out ballet? Or just want to take a class? This class is an open level class that explores a little history and some of the basics you can do in your living room. Follow...
Alumni Advice with Lily Frye ‘12
Lily Frye ‘12, Systems Engineer in Radar Development at Lockheed Martin. BA in Physics, with a minor in French and Math from Vassar. Working on a masters in Electrical Engineering at USC. Managing College Life...
Community Helpers – Jennel Frere, Nurse
Interview with Community Helper, Jennel Frere, P '26 '28, Nurse Watch the interview here!
Five Steps For How To Start a Home Garden
Now that we’re home, this is the perfect time to start a garden. Watch the video for some easy starting tips on making a garden at your home, no matter how much room you have! Presented by Lisa Barker, Harley Food and Farm Educator...
Sports Tips: Baseball/Softball – swing and hitting tips, grades 2-12
Baseball/Softball swing drills and tips with Peter Mancuso (grades 2-12) ... I will be going over some basic hitting drills and tips for those interested in learning or improving their baseball/softball swing. I'll talk about basic mechanics and concepts to think...
Ballet, pilates, core workout with top ballet dancers
Dancewear Royale is hosting a series of teachers on its Instagram account. And better yet, they're posting the classes to IGTV, so you can check them out anytime. The classes range from ballet to pilates to core workout. Where: @dancewearroyal IGTV
Alumni Advice with Lily Frye ‘12
Lily Frye ‘12, Systems Engineer in Radar Development at Lockheed Martin. BA in Physics, with a minor in French and Math from Vassar. Working on a masters in Electrical Engineering at USC. Studying Well in College (especially for big tests)...
Pollinator Project
Stop in to learn more about the importance of pollinators for our environment and region. Harley’s own Trish Corcoran is a passionate pollinator advocate. Learn more from her about how to protect our pollinators and help them prosper! Watch the video here! ...
Community Helpers – Dr. Juliea McCall, Veterinarian
Interview with Community Helper, Dr. Juliea McCall, P '34, Veterinarian Watch the interview here!
Sports Tips: Golf – putting
Basic putting skills with Peter Mancuso (grades 2-12) ... I will be going over some basic putting tips for those interested in learning or improving their putting. I'll also talk about some basic mechanics and concepts to think about when putting to improve your...
Community Helpers – Karsten Solberg, Architect
Wednesday, April 8 Interview with Community Helper, Karsten Solberg P '31 '35, Architect watch the interview here. https://drive.google.com/open?id=1JtLN7LcmAIu9VQ0lqMQmkYDZYADJTOTW
Daily Challenges and Trips with Kima Enerson, Maker Educator
Kima Enerson, Maker Educator Follow the link to the Maker Education landing page to explore the daily Maker Challenge, Lego Challenge, Everyday Mystery, and Virtual Field Trips! https://sites.google.com/harleyschool.org/thecommons/makerspace-landing-page ...
Concert: Moon Songs by Ashley and Steve Danyew
Ashley Danyew, private piano instructor, and Steve Danyew, saxophone and composer A selection of three moon-inspired pieces of music http://quietube7.com/v.php/http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nRV4964AUUk
Science Insights with Josh Frye ‘15
Josh Frye ‘15, graduated from Haverford College in 2019, where he studied Archaeology and Chemistry. He is spending this year in Rochester, researching, subbing, and coaching at Harley before starting his masters in the fall. Penicillin: Why Does It Work?...
Story Time, “The Marvelous Toy” with Jay Stetzer
Listen to Jay spin his wonderful magic as he incorporates his story within a song. https://drive.google.com/file/d/10Omz3NBzgOYPrzdcfB05gXTjhebbP9En/view?usp=sharing
Mindful Presence: How to Eat More Mindfully (kids)
This video clip instructing children how to experiment with eating mindfully is most appropriate for Lower School students and their parents. http://quietube7.com/v.php/http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dkP6vHSUAGA&feature=youtu.be
Film Industry Discussion with Wayne Holt (extended day staff and film aficionado)
Deep Discussions -- Michael Frank interviews Wayne Holt (extended day staff and film aficionado) about what he values and remembers most in movies. Watch Wayne's interview here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1W_C0Rv6KWBkmntN7t2uqML_4W1lPQ0wh/view?usp=sharing...
Documentary, “The Promise of Biomimicry”
The Promise of Biomimicry Ever wonder how an idea inspired by nature gets brought to market? Biomimicry looks to the natural world for creative, sustainable solutions to solve our greatest design challenges. But it’s not enough to have a strategy for tackling a...
Rochester and the Erie Canal
Learn about the history and development of the Erie Canal and its impact on Rochester with Jay Stetzer Watch here!
Capstone Projects: Next Steps, Lily Glaser ‘19 (Gap year abroad)
A recap of Lily’s 2018-19 year-long capstone project about Louise Slaughter and specifically about the GINA bill she championed. https://www.loom.com/share/645a6ba1c90b48ba9253639f4e1dd29e
Capstone Projects: Next Steps with Suzannah Sheeran ‘19
Sharing about Suzannah’s capstone project from last year and current work. https://drive.google.com/open?id=19HujFKVF0rcoZ5BIfZA2c_K3-bTbfVq8
Morning Workout with Dan Deckman – Running: Getting Started
Dan Deckman, Head Coach of Track/Field and Cross Country HAC teams and Horizons at Harley Director of DevelopmentGet a solid start to your day by joining Coach Deckman in a morning workout routine...
Concert – guitar/mandolin/ukulele
Ken Luk, adjunct lecturer of music theory at Eastman, and adjunct lecturer of guitar at SUNY Geneseo and Alfred University. He has a Doctor of Musical Arts in Performance and Literature in Classical Guitar, and lead the Eastman/Harley Community Gamelan. Recorded...
Community Helpers – Alisa Kim and Ryan Palmitesso P ‘34
Interview with Community Helpers, Alisa Kim and Ryan Palmitesso P ‘34, Dentists https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YTZhsOgDF3c2sk_I2ZMQLBoUaYsVaqqJ/view?usp=sharing
Community Helpers – Jason Speirs, Tennis Coach
Interview with Community Helper, Jason Speirs, '99, Tennis Coach and owner of Empire Tennis Academy Watch the interview here!
Film Industry Discussion with Richard Simon ’20
Deep Discussions -- Michael Frank interviews Richard Simon ’20 (student filmmaker) as they discuss film and cinematography Watch here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TUVucwg-7IRWalsD2iaBomeNlZ7OFgBj/view?usp=sharing
Concert – Soprano
A sought-after actress, soloist, and Music/Theatre educator in the Rochester, NY area, Jeannie was recently in Judith Ranelletta and OFC Creations and reprising the role of the Housekeeper for their production of Man of LaMancha. She was most recently seen as Sister...
Community Helpers – Dr. Steven Schulz, Pediatrician
Interview with Community Helper, Dr. Steven Schulz, P '30, Pediatrician Click here to watch the video
Community Helpers – Pedro Hoil, Chef
Interview with Community Helper, Pedro Hoil, P '26 '28, Chef Watch the interview here!
Sports Tips: Baseball/Softball – fielding tips, grades 2-12
Baseball/Softball fielding drills and tips with Peter Mancuso (grades 2-12) ... I will be going over some basic fielding drills for baseball/softball players interested in learning or improving their fielding. I'll talk about basic mechanics and concepts to think...
Community Helpers – Rose Beauchamp, Dance Instructor
Interview with Community Helper, Rose Beauchamp, P '27 '29, Dance Instructor Watch the interview here!
Community Helpers – Jacqueline Moe, Dance Teacher
Interview with Community Helper, Jacqueline Moe P ‘26, Dance Teacher at Renaissance Academy Watch the interview here!
Kids Yoga with Jenny Palsey
Jenny Palsey, yoga instructor, has taught at Tru Yoga Rochester in the South Wedge, vinyasa, and prenatal yoga classes. https://drive.google.com/file/d/18AeSlj4C-Bbr84Z_t_PbIC20k1nxNZxD/view?usp=sharing
Podcasts for Theater Buffs
Enjoy theses vetted theater podcasts: Actor Aesthetic Podcast Why I’ll Never Make It The Ensemblist Live At Five A Dancer’s Guide Podcast A Balancing Act Breaking Broadway with Kerry Butler Josh Swallows Broadway Equity One: Broadway’s Happy Hour The Ladies Who Lunch...
Community Helpers – Aaron Smith, Firefighter
Interview with Community Helper, Aaron Smith, P '21, Firefighter Watch the interview here!
Creative Dance for LS
Rose Beauchamp, Senior Lecturer, Dance Department, University of Rochester Have Fun and get your body moving! This class has some warm-ups to get your body going and some fun activities! Follow along!...
Concert with the Nance family, P ’16
Wes Nance - trumpet, Shannon Nance - violin, Brianna Nance - flute, and Bridget Nance - oboe Join the Nance family as they share about their instruments, tell about the various instrument families, and play some beautiful Bach together. Both Wes and Shannon play in...
COVID-19 – 3/14/20
Dear Harley families, Thank you for being patient as we navigate this unprecedented health crisis in our community and in our world. There is so much uncertainty—and the situation is so fluid—that things are changing hour by hour. Earlier today we sent out an...
COVID-19 – 3/12/20
Dear Harley community, We are going through something we’ve never quite seen before—as a school, a community, a world. It’s all moving incredibly fast: colleges and universities closing, events being cancelled, and last night we came to learn of our first confirmed...
COVID-19 – 3/7/20
Dear Harley community, We’ve been doing quite a bit of work making plans should the coronavirus come our way, hoping—of course—that we don’t need to use most of them. The various topics are broken out below. School Closure Decisions We are closely following...
COVID-19 – 3/3/20
Dear Harley community, The coronavirus (COVID-19) has made its way to the United States; in New York State a case has been confirmed in Manhattan, and in Toronto there are about a dozen. I wanted to provide you with information about what Harley is doing to prevent...
Head of School Email – April 5, 2020
Dear Harley Community members, Harley Commons School starts tomorrow morning! There are some 60 different events planned, with a few more to come. Please take a moment to check out this intro video with Seth O'Bryan and his daughter Nora '34: Harley Commons School...
Pi Day: Middle School Math (Both Fun and Delicious)
By Lee Allen, Grade 5 and 6 Mathematics Teacher Each year on March 14th (in other words, 3/14!), grade 6 students at The Harley School celebrate Pi Day. This event originated over 20 years ago because I thought it would be fun for the kids to learn about...
Mindfulness and Recess Make A Difference
By Hassan Jones, Head of Middle School “In today’s rush, we all think too much — seek too much — want too much — and forget about the joy of just being” (Eckhart Tolle). The bell rang and the students spilled out into the hallway skipping and moving joyfully to their...
Middle School MathCounts Team Competes at RIT
The Harley Middle School MathCounts Team was one of twelve middle school teams (comprising over eighty students competing) at RIT at the Monroe County MathCounts Chapter meet on Saturday, February 29th. The team has been practicing every Friday morning with coaches...
Season 7 Episode 01 – Climate Change
Joy In Learning: Episode 22, Diversity in Education
Diversity in Education Celebrating 25 years of Horizons at Harley, by digging into the great topic of equity in education. Our esteemed presenters will discuss diversity, equity, access and how they impact education in Rochester from elementary up through...
Middle School Teachers Focus on Supporting Our Students
Our Middle School teachers love this age group and it shows. The joy and energy of students in the middle school years inspires them and informs their individualized approaches to the ways these kids learn. Our video interviews will provide you with a holistic...
Grade 4: Punkin’ Chunkin’, STEAM in Action
Developed four years ago, the project culminates in an outdoor (weather permitting) test launch where students take turns hurling pumpkins into mid-air and cheering one another on. “We developed Punkin’ Chunkin’ as a way to incorporate more Science, Technology,...
Our Student Mental Health and Wellness Approach
One of the most significant changes in schools in the past ten years has been an increased awareness of student mental health and wellness needs. Harley has long endeavored to promote student wellness, and in the past several years, we have worked to have a more...
Teaching Applied Empathy to Our Children
by Beth Bailey An interview with Lower School counselor, Shelli Reetz There are several types of empathy: emotional empathy, when you feel an emotional pull; cognitive empathy, when you think about how someone might feel; and applied empathy, acting in a compassionate...
Sink and Float: Hands on Learning in a Primary Class
by Beth Bailey and Meredith Cavallaro, Primary faculty One of our Primary classes started a new unit, sink and float, this fall. This particular exploration involved the scientific skills of prediction, observation, and investigation (to name just a few). Things...
Grade 9, “Rights and Responsibilities” class, field study
On a rainy Friday, November 3rd, the Trimester I Rights & Responsibilities class (required for all Grade 9 students) took a trip to downtown Rochester to hear first-hand memories of the July 1964 race rebellion and gain context for those events. After visiting...
Oaks and Acorns: April 2019
April 4, 2019 A re-declaration of independence A couple of weeks ago, I wrote to the community about a legal matter that Harley is involved in, one that has the potential to threaten our independence as a school. After a lot of processing and discussion...
Oaks and Acorns: February 2019
February 13, 2019 “I’ll Go First” “What difference did it make that you went to Harley?” That was the question posed by a member of the class of ’82 to a member of the class of ’17, now a sophomore at Tufts, during a recent alumni dinner in Cambridge, Massachusetts....
Oaks and Acorns: January 2019
January 11, 2018 A Promenade of Accolades Lots and lots of interesting news around the Harley School in the last month or so. This month’s Oaks & Acorns will be a catch-up on all the news! Early Decisions, Decisions We have some early returns on the...
Skye Mossbrook: School and Slopes
Senior Skye Mossbrook discusses two of his favorite things: mogul skiing and Harley faculty.
Motor Skill Development in Action in Our Primary Classrooms
Motor Skill Development in Action By Meredith Cavallaro, Primary faculty Note: Our Primary classes combine Kindergarten and Grade 1 to offer students continuity during a time when they are rapidly developing. It also gives faculty the opportunity to pair...
Oaks and Acorns: December 2018
December 6, 2018 Ourselves, Together It’s the season of traditions here at Harley: the Lower Schoolers are rehearsing Pageant, the music department is getting the Candlelight music ready, and both seniors and new teachers are starting to work on their costumes for Elf...
Oaks and Acorns: November 2018
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Podcast: “The Harley Parley”, Halloween Special
Our Middle School students produce a weekly podcast, The Harley Parley. Enjoy their Halloween special here.
Biomimicry Students Win Environmental Innovation Award
Retired Head of Lower School Pam Kimmet was the “grandmother” of Harley’s outdoor playground. Under her guidance, the School built a hybrid between traditional playground pieces like swings and slides—and imagination—sparking spaces such as log “bridges” and water...
Oaks and Acorns: October 2018
First, a thank-you I just wanted to express my appreciation for all the energy and good feeling around last weekend’s installation, “Igniting a Second Century.” This ended up being a wonderful celebration of the Harley community and tremendous fun. I’d love to reach...
Gettin’ Gritty=Student Success
The Harley School teaches resilience, conscientiousness, optimism, self-control, and grit—they make a big difference in academic success. By Beth Bailey Recently, an article from The Atlantic aught my eye. It discussed research about a set of qualities—including...
The World According to Gilbert: Meet Harley Alum and Middle School History Teacher, Doug Gilbert ’87
Middle School History Teacher, Doug Gilbert Meet Harley alumnus, Middle School History teacher, intrepid globe trekker, and all-round bundle of energy, Doug Gilbert. Middle School history teacher Doug Gilbert “You guys better know your Zheng He from your Hong...
How we encourage and support risk-taking
Risk Taking Podcasts We’ve gone straight to our thoughtful faculty and asked three of them to talk about the ways they encourage risk-taking in students, how they facilitate it, and what it means for their learning. ...
Oaks and Acorns: September 2018
September 6, 2018 Drum roll, please There’s a point each summer, typically mid-August, when the folks who work at Harley through the dog days go into a kind of mild existential funk. We can only survive so long in the absence of kids! It makes the hallways too...
Oaks and Acorns
So said Max in Where the Wild Things Are, a Frye family favorite… and it always comes to mind as I start any new adventure. And it’s adventure time: today is my first day as Harley’s Head of School.In my role as Upper School Head at Harley, I sent out a letter every...
Oaks and Acorns: Special Playground Edition
August 20, 2018 Taking Play-based Learning to a New Level: Winslow Natural Playground & Outdoor Learning Center If you’ve ever followed animal footprints, dangled from a tree branch, rolled down a hill, jumped from boulder to boulder, or made a mud pie, you’ve...
A Parent’s Guide to Back to School
Parent Council Co-Chair, Diana Palotas, shares tips for parents to prepare for the coming school year. by Diana Palotas, Parent Council Co-Chair I hate to see summer vacation end. I like that the kids can be off schedule to stay up late, sleep in, and run on...
Tips to Make a Smooth Transition to School for Lower School (N-4)
By Erin Berg with Terry Smith With the first day of school around the corner, what is the best way to make sure you and your children are ready? Our Head of Lower School Terry Smith’s three key suggestions are: sleep, routine and building up enthusiasm. ...
Biomimicry Global Design Challenge: The Harley School’s Biomimicry Club Places Third with huMANGROVE
The Upper School Biomimicry Club at The Harley School recently earned third place in the Biomimicry Institute’s national Biomimicry Youth Design Challenge.The design concept competition encourages young people to develop bio-inspired solutions to real-world...
Oaks and Acorns: August 2018
“The mind is not a vessel to be filled, it is a fire to be ignited.” So wrote the ancient Greek philosopher Plutarch in Moralia, and this sentiment has been repeated by educational thinkers ever since. It makes a kind of gut-level sense to those of us who had...
Winslow Natural Playground & Outdoor Learning Center
Retired Head of Lower School Pam Kimmet was the “grandmother” of Harley’s outdoor playground. Under her guidance, the School built a hybrid between traditional playground pieces like swings and slides—and imagination—sparking spaces such as log “bridges” and water...
Learn More: Joy of Summer Nursery!
We explore the great outdoors Our Summer Nursery is a great way to keep busy learning, exploring and having fun year-round! Our program features play as a vehicle for learning while engaging the imaginative, growing minds of this age. Specifically designed for 3-year...
Harley Bird Garden
When news of the Bird Sleuth program came to us last fall, a core group of teachers at the Harley School committed to write a project proposal. Our team included science teachers, coordinators for our Microfarm and Maker programs, as well as teachers from each of our...
The Harley School’s History of Caring: Crafting Generations of Involved, Compassionate Citizens
By Erin Berg Among the five core elements of The Harley School mission is showing students how to care for the world and the people in it. This sense of community involvement is deeply rooted in the origins of the School, from the time in 1917 when a group of women...
The Harley School’s Microfarm: Student-led Redesign
Senior Capstone project by Davy Brooks ‘18 About Harley’s Capstone Program The Capstone Program offers Harley seniors an experience typically reserved for college or graduate school students. In the spirit of our school motto, Become What Thou Art, the Capstone...
Historic Announcement from The Harley School!
The Sands Family Foundation has announced an historic $3 million gift to The Harley School. The timing of the gift corresponds with The Harley School’s Centennial and the continued execution of its strategic plan.The gift to the school’s endowment will be fully...
Podcast: “Joy in Learning” -College Entrance Preparation
College Entrance-Preparation for Success in College and Beyond College preparation is much more than just grades and testing ability. Learn about what it means to be both “college ready” followed by “out-of-the-basement” ready. Our academic dean, Lars Kuelling,...
From Maker Space to Stage!
Our Middle School students can choose different flex time classes each trimester. They range from Podcasting to Guitar Club to Creative Writing...and much more. The most recent group of students involved in the flex time Makers Club created all the sets for our...
Pi Day: Middle School Math (Both Fun and Delicious)
Each year, Pi Day occurs on March 14th, and in Grade 6 at The Harley School, we celebrate in a big way. By Lee Allen, Grade 5 and 6 Mathematics Teacher Pi Day: Student project Each year on March 14th (in other words, 3/14!), grade 6 students at The Harley School...
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