October 8, 2026Why ‘Bright’ Isn't the Whole Story: Understanding the Needs of Gifted LearnersBy Dr. Heather J. Pinedo-Burns, Head of School There is a common misconception regarding gifted children: If a child is bright, they…
September 30, 2026Why We Ask: Fundraising at AceraBy Trent Ramsey, Deputy Director of Advancement & Families Every year as we launch the Annual Fund, I hear the same question…
September 30, 2026Head of School's Back to School Welcome: Explore. Create. Belong.At Acera, we love WHY questions. So, I found myself asking: Why do we host Back to School Night? Why does it…
September 23, 2026What Does Academic Challenge Actually Look Like at Acera?By Emily Stefanich, Dean of Academics Ask most people what academic challenge looks like, and you'll get a familiar answer: harder worksheets,…
September 16, 2026Belonging Starts With Being Seenby Jamie Schefen, Dean of Students A child can be included without feeling like they belong. They can have a seat in…
September 15, 2026Seventeen Books for Year 17: Acera Reads!by Dr. Heather J. Pinedo-Burns, Head of School Seventeen is a special number. It is a prime number, as well as a…
September 15, 2026Welcome to a New Year at Aceraby Dr. Heather J. Pinedo-Burns, Head of School As I sit down to write this, I am feeling that familiar mix of…
August 4, 2026The Joy of Spring—and the Many Faces of Leadership at Aceraby Dr. Heather J. Pinedo-Burns, Head of School There is something special about spring in schools. Moments that once felt like challenges…
August 4, 2026What We Carry: Poetry Month at Aceraby Dr. Heather J. Pinedo-Burns, Head of School I believe deeply in the importance of cherishing favorite things—and sharing them. Your favorite…
June 15, 2026Invention Convention Update: Acera Students at Invention Convention State Finalsby Emily Stefanich, Lower School Coordinator and Lower School Core Classroom Teacher In mid-April 2026, three Acera students participated in the Massachusetts…
