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On January 20, the Governor’s community celebrated the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a full day of programming. Dean of Multicultural Education Michelle de la Guardia designed a day for students full of song, dance, reflection, and over 20 workshops for students to choose from.

Omar Machado began his journey with GovsPLUS nearly eight years ago when he became associate director, working alongside his wife (and Govs Spanish teacher), Michelle de la Guardia. Their dedication and year-round mentorship of GovsPLUS alumni have nurtured the program's growth and success. With Michelle entering her new role as Dean of Multicultural Education at the Academy, Govs was fortunate to hire Omar as director of GovsPLUS, where his passion for education, mentorship, and vision will help the program continue to flourish.

This year, three Govs faculty members brought two new courses to their classrooms in Byfield. Using faculty professional development funding, they spent last summer developing all aspects of the courses they began teaching this fall.

Read about the weekend of holiday traditions celebrated at The Governor's Academy this past weekend!

Ever wondered why liberals and conservatives think so differently? Or considered that each way of thinking may have societal advantages?
Govs science teacher and writer Bert McLain P'07,'09 believes that our brains could help explain why people disagree on politics and how ancient humans might have influenced today’s differing political beliefs.

The Governor's Academy is excited to exhibit the works of artists Chris Robinson, Amy Hourihan, Andrea Maginnis, and Elizabeth Lorayne in the Peter C. Remis Lobby of the Wilkie Center for the Performing Arts through January 10.