The "Academy Student", like all students, is not a "one-size fits all" description. Any student that benefits from a supportive community environment, where the emphasis is on individual growth as a human being first, could be an Academy student. Any student that has the capability of being successful, but who may struggle in their current classroom environments, could be an Academy student.  Our goal is to create a heterogeneous community environment that allows each student to grow with the assistance of their educators and peers. 

Academy students have been and are varsity athletes, all-American cheerleaders, painters, musicians, college graduates, veterans, technical school graduates...in short, they are people from all walks of life with different interests, goals, and desires.  By providing a small group learning environment with a team teaching approach, and the opportunity to build relationships with peers and staff, students have the safety to take positive risks and discover who and what they want to be.  

Students in the Academy participate in project based learning, team building activities (in and out of school), character education, study skills, and self-advocacy, while maintaining the rigor of Regents level classes.  If you or your child are interested in learning more about The Academy at Hendrick Hudson, please contact the guidance department for information or an application.  Interested students are invited to meet with Academy staff and students and explore a potential schedule.