About HGS
The Howard Gardner School is a small, progressive independent high school for college-bound learners in Alexandria, Virginia.
With a focus on environmental science and the arts, the school’s mission is to help bright, creative non-traditional learners use their unique strengths to thrive academically, intellectually and emotionally.
Hands-on learning and weekly field studies keep students active and involved, and internships let students explore their interests through work.
- Enthusiastic, knowledgeable staff
- Exciting, active hands-on learning
- Creative, college-prep curriculum
- Experienced college counseling
- Support for different learning styles
- Accelerated graduation for academically gifted students
The Howard Gardner School | 4913 Franconia Road, Alexandria, VA 22310 | 703.822.9300
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As a part of our environmental education, students test the water at Little Seneca Creek for bacterial contamination
hands on learning through environmental science and the arts
The Howard Gardner School