Longtime teacher and coach, Mike Nicholson, announces his retirement
/in Alumni, The Farragut Experience /by Jessica Van CurenIt is with mixed emotions that we announce the retirement of Mike Nicholson at the end of this year. Mike came to Admiral Farragut Academy in 1979 and has impacted thousands of young people over his teaching, coaching and residential career. The consummate educator who, daily, displayed his love of teaching with enthusiasm and interest. Read more
Join us for A Night With The Rays!
/in The Farragut Experience /by Lauren WebbStudents, employees, friends and family of Admiral Farragut Academy are invited to take part in a fantastic ticket offer on Friday, May 19th, 2017 at 7:10 PM, when the Rays take on the NY Yankees at Tropicana Field. Lower Corner Tickets will be offered for $25 per ticket, a $33 value. $4 from every ticket sold will go back to the school.
Boarding School Solution for Working Parents
/in School Blog /by Jessica Van CurenFamily life is challenging for everybody, bar none. A boarding school solution is great for families with the normal issues of time, distance, and education. Many boarding schools have strict discipline and training. They have modern facilities, provide a safe environment, and create a bonded community. Most young people who come out of boarding schools are well adjusted. They become mature adults that contribute to and make a difference in the world.
Upper School students enjoy European trip over Spring Break
/in The Farragut Experience /by Lauren WebbOver Spring Break, Upper School Spanish teacher, Cesar Robalino, and Commandant Office Assistant, Beverly Gonczar, took a group of students on a trip to Spain and France. Miss Beverly wrote an account of their trip, which included stops in Barcelona, Madrid, Provence, and Paris.
Students participate in NOAA Federal Oral History Grant for third consecutive year
/in The Farragut Experience /by Lauren WebbIn our continuing partnership with National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Federal, the Upper School science classes at Admiral Farragut Academy recently participated in the NOAA Federal “Fishermen of the Greater Tampa Bay” Oral History Grant for the second time this year (and the third consecutive year).
Farragut staff and alumni reminisce and look toward the future on Admissions trip to Grand Cayman
/in Alumni, The Farragut Experience /by Lauren WebbTwo staff members ventured down to Grand Cayman on Monday, March 27th to visit Farragut alumni, current and past parents, and to host an event for prospective students.
Boarding School Abroad Develops College Skills
/in School Blog /by Jessica Van CurenThe leap from high school to college can seem overwhelming for teens. Parents and students are finding that study abroad can help them not only survive but thrive. Also, it helps them build skills that colleges are looking for. Our students are aware of the benefits and challenges of living away from home. Boarding school abroad develops college skills and provides options for a broader experience from which students can prepare for their next life adventure.
First Grade learns about entomology with hands-on experiment
/in The Farragut Experience /by Lauren WebbFor the past few weeks, First Grade has been learning about entomology, the branch of zoology concerned with the study of insects, by raising butterflies in their classroom. They started upon returning from Spring Break, when Wendy Genzel, first grade teacher, surprised the class with two milkweed plants which caterpillars eat and butterflies had laid their eggs on.
Upper School students win awards at 12th Annual Florida Statewide Chinese Competition
/in The Farragut Experience /by Lauren WebbTen students, who take Mandarin Chinese with Mrs. Rue, competed at the 12th Annual Florida Statewide Chinese Competition (FSCC). This year the competition was held on February 10th and 11th 2017 at St. Andrew’s School in Boca Raton.