“In this course, there is no right or wrong, good or bad, art.” That’s how Imogene Drummond introduced Art Sparks’ third session at San Miguel Academy. To facilitate a safe space to develop creativity, Imogene asked students to leave criticism—of oneself and others—at the door, be respectful of others’ creativity,...
Deerfield Academy’s Rowing Coach Visits San Miguel Academy
Deerfield Rowing Coach, Spencer Washburn, visited San Miguel Academy rowers on November 15th to thank them for the contribution each is making to the sport. Spencer told our athletes that they are creating “real change” in the sport. Spencer was joined by Deerfield Director of Admission Amanda Bohnsack, and San...
We Are All Creative: Art Sparks Ignites Creativity at San Miguel Academy
“We are all creative beings. Just as we have a body, emotions, and senses, we all have creativity within us.” This is how artist educator Imogene Drummond introduced Art Sparks' second session to San Miguel Academy fifth-graders. After a discussion on symbols, Imogene drew four basic shapes on the board...
San Miguel Rowing receives grant from the Head of the Charles Regatta and the Gold Cup of Philadelphia
The Head Of The Charles Regatta and the Gold Cup of Philadelphia Continue to Invest in Change, Awarding Funds in Their Third Grant Cycle PHILADELPHIA, November 10, 2022 – The Head Of The Charles Regatta of Boston, MA, and the Gold Cup of Philadelphia, PA, are pleased to continue their...
Art Sparks at San Miguel Academy: Sparking Empowerment Through Creativity
Art Sparks Creativity and Wellness Program began recently at San Miguel Academy in Newburgh. In introducing the course, artist educator Imogene Drummond explained her goal to help the fifth graders develop their individual creativity and to understand that each person is worthwhile and creative. Students are invariably surprised when told...
San Miguel Rowing presented with $25,000 check by the NY Giants
The San Miguel Rowing Program was honored by the NY Giants at MetLife Stadium on Sunday, October 16th, as part of Hispanic Heritage Month. San Miguel rowers were invited onto the field during a timeout and presented with the “Local Latino Achievement Award.” Ann Mara Cacase, representing the Mara Family...
San Miguel Program receives $80,000 grant from the Theresa & Edward O’Toole Foundation
San Miguel Academy of Newburgh is please to announce that it has been awarded an $80,000 grant by the Theresa and Edward O’Toole Foundation for capital improvements. in 2020, San Miguel Academy, through its umbrella organization San Miguel Program, was able to complete the purchase of its building, the former...
Defying the Odds Scholarship Dinner: Student Keynote Address
Have you ever had to step over a pool of blood on the sidewalk in front of your house? I was only 17 years old when I heard a panicked cry for help coming from outside. I slowly looked out the window to examine any potential danger when I saw...
