Congratulations to Dr. Frank Hering, who recently published his first book, Virgil's Aeneid Retold for Young Adults. Dr. Hering, one of EA's Upper School English instructors, was inspired to write the book after a discussion with Susie Howe, EA's Upper School Latin instructor, when she was exploring summer reading options for her AP Latin students.

During Middle School Trip Week August 28th-30th, 5th through 8th-grade students left on journies both near and far. 

Elgin Academy faculty took part in a two-day, professional development seminar led by a representative from Independent School Management (ISM) focusing on the benefits of teaching in an extended period which creates the optimal learning environment for kids. Our faculty reviewed current brain research and learned new and innovative ways to engage our students in-depth.

Katie Kruse, Director of International Studies, and Adeline Moon, Student Life Activities Support, showed several of Elgin Academy's International students the sites of Chicago.  

Friday, August 16th we welcomed Elgin Academy's new faculty and staff for orientation.

It's a bird, it's a plane...IT'S AN AIR CONDITIONER on the roof of Edwards Hall!