Earlier this fall, Aaron Pomerance from Alpenclimb talked with Head of School Danny O’Brien about the role of outdoor adventure in education. Alpenclimb is an online community that makes the outdoors more accessible to those looking to adventure and go outside. Here’s some of what Danny had to say in his conversation with Aaron: “O’Brien […]
In this week’s episode of People of HMI, Gabby Feizbakhsh shares how his passion for HMItriumphed over the obstacles he faced to get here. Check it out!
Are some people natural born leaders? Or can leadership be learned? The nature versus nurture debate frequently plays out when it comes to leadership. Researchers at University College of London (UCL) have been studying whether or not genetics are associated with the likelihood that people take on leadership roles. “We have identified a genotype, called
After completing the 10-mile Fun Run, many HMI alumni request running plans to help them train for future goals, or just to help them stay active. One of our math teachers, MCMcGovern, has come up with a variety of plans to help with this! You can start any of the training plans (below) at any time. For example,
At the end of the month, HMI will be in New Jersey, Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut, Washington DC, and Pennsylvania to present information on our Semester and Summer Term. Click here to find out the details for each location! We invite all prospective students and their families to attend–alumni and alumni families, you are welcome too!
USA Gap Year Fairs is hosting a series of events at local high schools acround the country. Each event will showcase a speaker who is an authority on Gap Years and can serve as a resource to help answer many questions about the Gap Year experience and how to choose the right program. HMI Gap will be in attendance
Next Thursday, January 15th, the High Mountain Institute will give an evening presentation in Greensboro, North Carolina. We invite all prospecitve students and their families to attend and learn more about the HMI Semester and Summer Term. Alumni are welcome to attend as well. Details about the Greensboro event can be found here. We hope you can join
Are you a prospective student in the Los Angeles area? We will be hosting an evening presentation on December 4th for you and your family–come learn more about both the HMISemester and Summer Term. Alumni, we invite you to join us as well! Please click here for details about the Los Angeles event
“Coaching in the Classroom,” “Waste Warriors,” and “Finding Academic Success in the Backcountry” are just a few of the articles you will find in our Fall Newsletter. You will also find insights into our new Gap Semester, a delicious recipe from Grant, and alumni updates! Powered by Publish for Free
Recent weeks in Leadville have been characterized by sunny skies and warm temperatures with the occasional intense snow squall. The fall shoulder season here in the high country leaves options for all kinds of outdoor activities. A storm that came in after the 10 mile fun run left just enough snow for MC (Math), Margi (Science), Emily
