Heather Ridge School is currently working on a number of student-led projects and career-readiness activities that will help students grow socially and emotionally during the 2026 school year. A recent grant helped the school teach students how to be kind to each other in the classroom. This is part of their ongoing efforts to give students more power through partnerships with the community. For the 2026–2027 school year, staff have already updated the course guides to include new ways of teaching that make the process of planning for the transition to high school easier.

Q1. Are there programs that help people become better leaders?

Ans. Yes, students can learn how to be leaders by joining student groups, working on group projects, and mentoring other students.

Q2. Are there chances for peer mentoring?

Ans. Of course, yes! Older kids can teach younger kids how to be leaders, work together, and help each other.

Q3. Are there programs that help kids stay fit?

Ans. Of course! Heather Ridge helps students' mental, emotional, and social health by giving them counseling and wellness programs.

Q4. How does Heather Ridge get students ready for success in the future?

Ans. Planning, skill-building, and guidance programs help students make the transition to college, vocational training, or a job.

Q5. Can students take the SAT and ACT?

Ans. Yes, Heather Ridge lets students who want to go to college take both the SAT and the ACT.