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Arizona State Partners with Founders for Eclipse

04/08/2024

Observing the sun’s impact: ASU partnership with high schools allows students to contribute to NASA data for total solar eclipse

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John Stark Day & More! Dean Hayes Interview

04/08/2024

Dean Hayes updates us on the latest at Founders including John Stark Day Scavenger Hunt and School Assembly.

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Coming April 8! John Stark Day 2024

04/03/2024

Founders Academy celebrating General John Stark Day with a city-wide scavenger hunt and more from April 12 -15.

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Gilder History Prize Recipient: Blest Kampayana!

03/20/2024

The Junior Founders Academy student was honored on March 19 for her dedication to history and exceptional writing skills.

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10 Years! Celebration of Our Charter Renewal

03/18/2024

Founders received its 10-year charter renewal from the State Board of Education

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Career Fair 2024

03/07/2024

Join Us for our Career and Internship Fair Thursday, April 11 from 4pm-6pm

Read More About Meet Mr. Mihaly

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Operation Drop Off: PTSG School Supply Drive

08/24/2020

The next school year is fast approaching and we need your help to make it successful! Purchased supplies can be dropped off at the school on Saturday, Aug. 29 between 9-11 AM.

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Founders Benefits from AmazonSmiles

06/26/2020

Founders Academy recently received a quarterly donation of $101.31 thanks to customers shopping on Amazon!

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Founders Library Named after Maureen Mooney

06/05/2020

On Monday, May 29, Founders Academy rededicated its library to the school's first Dean, Maureen Mooney.

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Student Spotlight: Evan N.

05/27/2020

Congratulations to Evan N. for being selected as the 7th Grade winner of the NH State 2020 American History Essay Contest!

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Revolutionary War Online Bingo Winners

05/20/2020

Tuesday's Winners of 2nd Round of the Online Revolutionary War Bingo! Games

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Bingo! Revolutionary War Style

05/04/2020

Tonight's Winners of Our Online Revolutionary War Bingo! Games

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ZOOM Online Admissions Nights - May 7 & May 21

04/22/2020

Our ZOOM Meeting ID: 738 868 061 with password: 915488. Or dial in: (646) 558-8656.

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Student Spotlight: WMUR Hometown Hero: Alexa C

04/15/2020

Founders High School Student Alexa C. was featured as one of WMUR's Hometown Heroes for her help during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Students of the Third Quarter

04/13/2020

Congratulations to Sophia H. and Theodore S., the students of the Third Quarter!

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Hayes Appointed Dean of Founders Academy

04/06/2020

The Founders Academy Public Charter School's Board of Trustees announced that Cassie Hayes will be the school's second Dean of School effective July 1, 2020

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ZOOM Online Admissions Night - Thu., April 16

04/01/2020

Our ZOOM Meeting ID: 738 868 061 with password: 915488. Or dial in: (646) 558-8656.

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Drama Club's Spring Plant & Bulb Fundraiser

03/20/2020

Sunflowers, peonies, orchids, hostas! Spring is coming!

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Admissions Information Night: 3/25 - Postponed

03/06/2020

This event has been postponed until further notice. If you have any questions, please contact the school at (603) 952-4705 or email [email protected].

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Enrollment Open for Summer Programs

02/05/2020

This year The Founders Academy summer program will introduce a six-week schedule with flexible dates in June and July.

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Students of the Second Quarter

02/04/2020

Congratulations to Elijah M. and Bella M., the students of the Second Quarter!

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Open House: Wed. Jan. 15 at 6:00

01/09/2020

The Founders Academy is hosting an Open House on Wednesday, January 15 at our school. All are welcome to attend.

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4th Annual Geography Bee Coming Jan. 29

01/05/2020

The Founders Academy's Geography Bee will take place on Wednesday, January 29th at 6:30pm in the upper cafeteria.

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Choir Performs at "Problem Solver Convention"

11/21/2019

The Founders Academy Choir performs in front of 1500 attendees at the November 3 "Problem Solver Convention."

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Veteran's Day Assembly 2019

11/18/2019

On Wednesday, November 13th, The Founders Academy held its annual Veterans Day Assembly at the school.

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Five Guys Fundraiser on Dec. 11

11/11/2019

Five Guys will donate 10% of your purchase to The Founders Academy on Dec. 11 from 4-10pm.

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Fill the Exhibit Room! Thanksgiving Food Drive

11/05/2019

2019 Thanksgiving Food Drive benefits The Liberty House. Charity drive sponsored by the 6th Grade students.

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Students of the First Quarter

11/04/2019

Congratulations to Jon (High School) and Avah (Middle School)! At Founders, we encourage and recognize good character!

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AmazonSmile: Your Amazon Purchases; Founders Wins

10/22/2019

Did you know? When you make an Amazon purchase, the Founders Academy can benefit!

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Founders Academy: 7th Best High School in NH!

10/16/2019

The website SchoolDigger.com ranks The Founder's Academy as #7 based on average standard scores.

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Drama Club Fundraiser: Fragrant Balsam Wreaths!

10/07/2019

Fresh and fragrant Balsam Fir Wreaths, Garland, and more for holiday decorating! Pick up at Founders or ship direct to you.

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Chipotle / PTSA Fundraiser Sept. 24

09/10/2019

Support the Parent Teacher Student Association with their upcoming fundraiser at Chipotle's restaurant in Manchester on September 24 from 4-8PM.

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Operation Drop Off: PTSA School Supply Drive

07/25/2019

The next school year is fast approaching and we need your help to make it successful! Please review the attached list of needed supplies for the school. Purchased supplies can be dropped off at the school on Aug. 23 and 24.

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New Hampshire Scholars - 2019

07/09/2019

The Founders Academy had eight seniors selected as New Hampshire Scholars.

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8th Grade Step-Up Ceremony

06/27/2019

On June 6, 2019, the Founder's eighth graders made the step-up to High School. Congratulations!

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2019 Senior Class of The Founders Academy

Photo Gallery: Commencement 2019

06/26/2019

Pictures of the 2019 graduation ceremony at The Founders Academy.

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Student Leader of the Year

06/21/2019

Connor M. was recognized as Student Leader of the Year at our End of Year Convocation on Monday, June 3, 2019.

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Founder's Academy End of Year Convocation & Photo Gallery

06/12/2019

On Monday, June 3, we had our last assembly of the year, the End of Year Convocation.

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Students of the 4th Quarter

06/11/2019

Congratulations to our Students of the Fourth Quarter!

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Photo Gallery: STEM Fair 2019

06/06/2019

Photo Gallery: Founders STEM Fair on May 30, 2019

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Students of the 3rd Quarter

06/05/2019

Congratulations to our Students of the Third Quarter!

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Civics and Leadership Showcase

05/20/2019

On Tuesday, May 14, the 2019 "Civics and Leadership Showcase" featured Founders students selecting and presenting an issue in a community atmosphere.

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Founders High School Drama Students Performance

05/13/2019

"Silent Sky" -- Recent production of The Founders Academy High School students.

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NCWIT Presents Awards to Founders Students

04/29/2019

On Wednesday, April 17, a representative from UNH presented the NCWIT Aspirations in Computing Award to three students and a teacher.

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Opera NH Performs at Founders

04/29/2019

On April 15, representatives from Opera NH performed for Founders Academy Chorus students.

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Founder's "Seussical the Musical" Photos & Recap

04/15/2019

Ms. Cormier directed Founder's Middle School actors and actresses for a two-night showing on April 12 and 13.

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Our Founders Mascot: The Eagle Update!

04/08/2019

The Founders Academy new mascot, Sam the Eagle, has been coming to life!

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The "Music in Our Schools Month" Concert

04/01/2019

March is "Music in Our Schools Month" and Founder's Academy performed to a full house!

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The Founders School Store is Now Open!

03/22/2019

For a limited time the school store is open. Get your Founders gear here!

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Veteran's Day Assembly Video Recap

03/20/2019

Dean Mooney interviews Founders Academy co-organizers of the annual Veterans' Day Assembly

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Founders Students Win State NCWIT Award

03/18/2019

Founders Academy students win New Hampshire's National Center for Women & Information Technology award for aspirations in computing.

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Calendar Raffle Launches for April 2019!

03/11/2019

$50, $100, or $250 will be given away each day throughout April 2019.

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UPDATE: Penny Wars Winner!

02/26/2019

We have a winner from our February 4 Penny Wars launch!

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Founders' Students of the Second Quarter

02/25/2019

The Founders Academy Announces Middle School and High School Students of the Month

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PTSA / Margaritas Fundraiser - Wed., Mar. 6

02/20/2019

Join us for an evening of Mexican dining while supporting The Founders Academy

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National Honor Society Induction Ceremony

02/11/2019

The Founders Academy hosted its first National Honors Society induction ceremony.

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Founders Academy on Bedford Public TV

02/05/2019

Liz Gabert of Bedford Public Television interviews two Founders Students

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Winter Games Night 2019

02/04/2019

Photo gallery of Founders' Winter Games Night

Read More About Winter Games Night 2019

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Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service

01/25/2019

Students used their day off for Martin Luther King Jr. Day to help those in need at New Horizons.

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School Wide Annual Geography Bee

01/23/2019

The Founders Academy held its 3rd annual geography bee on January 16.

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"We the People" Field Trip

12/20/2018

Forty students from Mrs. Huffman and Mr. Gaumont’s Civics and Leadership classes competed in the “We the People” Program’s District Congressional Hearings in Concord.

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2018-19 Founders Academy Annual Fund Drive

12/05/2018

The Founders Academy is centered around its mission of character building, U.S. History, leadership, and liberty. Please help us develop leaders who understand and apply the lessons of the past, demonstrate exceptional character and lead by example. Support our annual fund drive.

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5th Annual Veterans Day Assembly

11/21/2018

The Founders Academy held its 5th Annual Veterans Day Assembly on Wednesday, November 14.

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Founders' Students of the First Quarter

11/19/2018

The Founders Academy Announces Middle School and High School Students of the Month

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Inside the Classroom - 8th Grade Art Class

10/22/2018

Mrs. Strub’s 8th grade students have been working on Oil Pastel Pointillism Landscapes.

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Admissions Open House - Monday, October 22

10/17/2018

Spread the Word! Admissions Open House - Mon. Oct. 22 at 6pm

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The Founders New PTSA Facebook Page

09/21/2018

Join the new Founders Academy Parent Teacher Student Association page on Facebook.

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Fundraiser Sept. 27 at Bertucci's

09/10/2018

Join family, friends, Founder's staff at Bertucci's in the Mall of New Hampshire on Sept. 27 for a school fundraiser.

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Dean Mooney discusses Founders with special guests

08/21/2018

Broadcasted on MerrimackTV and YouTube: Dean Maureen Mooney discusses The Founders Academy and other charter schools with Patty Humphrey and Greg Van Ewyk.

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Paint Night for HS Students & Families

08/06/2018

Join fellow High School students, families, and staff on August 31 at 6pm for "Back to School Paint Night" at The Founders Academy.

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Founders HS Cafeteria GoFundMe

08/06/2018

The Senior Project of two high school seniors is to remodel the HS eating area.

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Geography Bee Plaque Presentation

07/27/2018

The Founders Academy school-wide winner in both 2017 and 2018 was Jackson Huot, who subsequently represented the school at the state competition each year.

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Founders' 2018 Student Leader of the Year

06/15/2018

This year’s Student Leader of the Year Award went to Jackie Jimenez! Read what the Dean said when presenting her the award at our End of Year Convocation.

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The Founders Random Acts of Kindness

05/16/2018

The Random Acts of Kindness committee, advised by Mrs. Hyotte, made cards for soldiers in our armed forces.

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US Secretary of Education Visits Founders Academy

05/14/2018

Betsy DeVos, the 11th United States Secretary of Education, visited The Founders Academy today.

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PTSA Penny Wars Winner - Mr. Theriaque's Round Table

05/07/2018

Mr. Theriaque’s Round Table was the winner of the 2018 Penny Wars.

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Students of the Third Quarter 2018

04/20/2018

Congratulations to Justin G. and Keyshaun S., the students of the Third Quarter!

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Founders Celebrates John Stark Day 2018

04/13/2018

The Founders Academy celebrates the life of this New Hampshire native and the "Hero of Bennington."

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Students of the Second Quarter - 2018

03/09/2018

Congratulations to Karolina G. and Leah D., the students of the Second Quarter!

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Dunkin' Donuts Fundraiser - 2018

01/08/2018

From now until Midterm exam week in January, the Music Department will be selling coupon books for Dunkin' Donuts. Books sell for $10 with $7 going towards lowering the cost of overnight DC & NYC trips.

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Students of the First Quarter!

12/01/2017

Congratulations to the winning nominees!

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The Random Acts of Kindness Committee Joining with Toys for Tots

11/27/2017

The Random Acts of Kindness Committee will be collecting unwrapped gifts for Toys for Tots.

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"The Story of Cinderella" School Play: Nov. 17 & 18

11/13/2017

The Founders Academy Presents "The Story of Cinderella"

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The Founders Academy Honors Veterans

11/12/2017

On Wednesday, November 8, we were honored to have present a number of veterans related to or invited by our students.

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VIDEO: Founders Chorus Performs at Monarchs Hockey Game

11/07/2017

Watch the video of The Founders Chorus performed on Opening Night for the Manchester Monarchs.

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Veteran's Day Committee Invites Veterans Nov. 8

10/23/2017

The Founders Academy is hosting its annual Veterans Day ceremony, to honor our country’s Veterans. We encourage you to invite any Veteran’s close to/in your family to help us celebrate our 3rd annual assembly.

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Founders Students Attend Leadership Summit

10/23/2017

On Oct. 17 & 18, a group of 6th and 7th grade students were invited to attend the Northeast Delta Dental Youth Leadership Summit in Concord.

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Founders Host NH Governor & Executive Council

10/18/2017

On Wednesday, Oct. 11, Founders had a tremendous opportunity to host Governor Sununu and his Executive Council.

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Shop at Hannaford, Earn Money for The Founders Academy!

10/04/2017

When you shop at Hannaford you can earn money for The Founders Academy!

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Founders Chorus Singing at Monarchs Hockey Game

10/03/2017

On Saturday, Oct. 21, Founders Academy Chorus will be performing "God Bless America" during Opening Night for the Manchester Monarchs. Face-off is at 6:00 pm. Students will perform beforehand.

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Students Raise Money for Hurricane Relief

Founders Students Raises Money for Hurricane Relief

10/03/2017

This past week four 8th grade students stepped up and raised money for the American Red Cross to help aid the hurricane devastation under the advisement of Miss. Efraimson.

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School Picture Day - Friday, Sept. 15

09/11/2017

This Friday, September 15 is school photo day. Please see the link for the form for packages and pricing from the photographer.

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FIRST Tech Challenge Kick Off for 2017-2018

09/08/2017

FIRST Tech Challenge Kick Off Event: Sat., Sept. 9!

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Students' Summer Mission Trip to Ghana, Africa

09/07/2017

Two Founders students' account of their summer trip!

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FIRST Programs at The Founders

08/26/2017

Call out for students and parent volunteers: Join FIRST Programs at The Founders Academy!

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Founders Presents Solar Eclipse 2017

08/17/2017

Come to The Founders on Monday, Aug. 21 from 1:30 - 3:30 for a special eclipse viewing.

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Emily A.: Named Student Leader of the Year

06/22/2017

Congratulations to Emily A. who received the “Student Leader of the Year Award” from Dean Mooney at the End of Year Convocation Assembly.

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Dean Mooney's Closing Remarks at End of Year Convocation 2017

06/14/2017

June 9th, 2017

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Founders Academy Welcomes Dr. Tom Horgan

05/30/2017

Tom Horgan, the CEO of the New Hampshire College and University Council, visited Founders.

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Founder's Logan F. Donates Hundreds of Stuffed Animals

05/23/2017

7th Grader Logan F. was recently featured in the Union Leader for collecting 800 stuffed animals to donate to various organizations in the Manchester area.

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