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All Southwest Honor Choir Festival
Nov 12

All Southwest Honor Choir Festival

November 12, 2026 - November 14, 2026

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  • Reading Lists

    Summer Reading (6–12)
    Summer Reading Poetry Packet (6–12)
    School-year Reading (6–12)

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    Looking for summer assignments? Visit the back-to-school page here.

  • Food Service

    Harding’s lunch provider is LunchLink.

    • Lunches are pre-ordered and pre-paid through LunchLink.
    • Orders are due by 1:00 p.m. the day before delivery. Orders can be placed 60 days in advance.
    • Orders must be canceled by 8:00 a.m. the day of delivery.
    • If you’re setting up your LunchLink account, reach out to the admissions office here for our school code.

    Contact

    Scott Frizzell
    Email

  • Inclement Weather Policy

    In the event of adverse weather conditions prior to the beginning of the school day or during the school day, Harding will notify parents by email, media announcements, and on the school website. It is important that parents have correct and current email addresses on file.

    Please keep in mind the following whenever winter weather is being forecast.

    • Do not assume that Harding is closed if other schools are closed.
    • We will do our best to make a timely decision and notify our school community using the communication tools listed above.
    • It is often challenging to make a decision that is ideal and reflective of the greater Memphis area. Because we serve families from a wide variety of zip codes, we trust parents to make a decision that is in the best interest of their children. If we remain open and the conditions are more severe where you live, please use personal judgement regarding safe travel. The fact that Harding is open does not mean that roads are safe everywhere. We do our best but will understand if you choose to avoid hazardous road conditions. Ultimately, the decision resides with you as parents.

  • Testing Schedule

    Standardized Tests

    OLSAT (grade 7): September 2, 2026
    ACT (grades 11 & 12): October 13, 2026
    PSAT (grades 10 & 11): October 20, 2026
    PreACT (grades 9 & 10):
    OLSAT (grade 9): March 17, 2027
    ACT (grades 10–12): April 6, 2027
    PreACT (grades 8 & 9):
    OLSAT (grade 5): April 29, 2027

    AP Exams

  • Thrive: Academic Differentiation

    Thrive is our academic differentiation program for all students in K–12. We provide extra supports or challenges based on students’ individual needs to help them thrive in every class. Here’s what that looks like in middle and upper school:

    • Our middle and upper school programs are structured to serve students in everyday support and small ratio classes.

    • English and math learning specialists are available to help students individually and in small groups.
    • The learning lab is open to all students by appointment (students can have papers edited, homework reviewed, etc.).
    • Teachers are trained on differentiated learning within the classroom.
    • We offer targeted academic support classes for qualifying students with Individualized Learning Plans in middle and upper school.
    • Honors, Advanced Placement, and Dual Enrollment offerings in the upper school provide rigorous, supportive pathways for students ready for college-level work.
    Contact: Madison Pope ([email protected])

Downloads, Forms, & Links

Download the FACTS & Raptor Safe Apps

There are two important apps for parents to download—FACTS and Raptor. The FACTS app is is one of our primary forms of communication and allows parents to check grades, order lunches, pay for trips, and more. The Raptor Safe app allows you to pre-verify your identity before visiting school, making the security screening process faster and easier.

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Upcoming Events

Happy in Memphis 5k
Nov 21

Happy in Memphis 5k

November 21, 2026 @ 9:00 AM

Join us for the Happy in Memphis 5k! Dress to represent what makes you happy in Memphis and run in honor of the city you love. The course is certified by Start2Finish and races past Elvis’s first house, Dixon Gallery & Gardens, Audubon Park, and Memphis Botanic Gardens. And—the best part—it all benefits Harding Academy students.

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Fall Festival
Nov 21

Fall Festival

November 21, 2026 @ 10:30 AM

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Alumni Chapel
Nov 24

Alumni Chapel

November 24, 2026 @ 8:50 AM - 9:20 AM

Speaker: Truitt Ross ('26)

Muffins, scones, and coffee to follow

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Thanksgiving Break (School Holiday)
Nov 25

Thanksgiving Break (School Holiday)

November 25, 2026 - November 27, 2026

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Contacts

Ashley Lipe
Upper School Principal and Director of Teaching and Learning
Email
(901) 767-4462

Corey Cunningham
Middle School Principal and Director of Student Affairs
Email
(901) 767-4463

Sheronda Holmes
Director of Community Engagement and Belonging
Email
(901) 312-2861

Kristen Williamson
Student Services Administrative Assistant
Email
(901) 767-4462

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