Students and staff at Phoenix and Buehrle Academies recently welcomed United States of America’s Miss Pennsylvania 2025 Natalie Kling. Crowned in 2024, Kling was on campus to speak with students about her personal journey and the importance of mental health. A high school senior herself, Kling opened up about the challenges she faced entering ninth grade, including a bipolar diagnosis and ongoing mental health struggles. She candidly shared how she initially approached counseling with resistance – refusing to speak during sessions – until, weeks later, she had a breakthrough that marked her first [...]

For students at Phoenix and Buehrle Academies, preparing for the future means exploring opportunities firsthand. Recently, they took an important step toward their post-secondary goals by attending the Pennsylvania Association for College Admission Counseling (PACAC) Lancaster County College Fair at Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology. At the fair, they engaged with representatives from over 100 colleges and universities including community colleges, HBCUs, trade schools, and historically women's colleges. This opportunity allowed them to ask questions, gain expert insights, and explore their post-secondary options. In addition, through an ongoing partnership with High Associates, a property [...]

On February 13, students from Buehrle Academy and Phoenix Academy embarked on an unforgettable journey to the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C. The special field trip, part of the schools’ Black History Month observance, provided an immersive opportunity for students to explore the rich history, resilience, and cultural contributions of African Americans. The trip marked a first-time visit to the nation’s capital for many students. A day of discovery With an early morning departure, 18 students, along with staff members and chaperones, made the three-hour drive to [...]