I chose Mile High Academy (MHA) because, from the very first time I came to the USA, I wanted to study here. However, I was told that I first had to attend a public school to improve my English and then come back. I spent one year at another school, and, when I was finally enrolled here, I honestly noticed a big difference. I met many very kind people—one of them who always greeted me was Emalee—and I made many friends.
I also chose MHA because I studied at a Seventh-day Adventist school back in Peru called “Colegio Unión.” To be honest, I know this school is smaller than the one I had back home, but it reminded me so much of my school in Peru.
Mile High has helped me a lot with learning English, since my first language is Spanish. I have learned many new words. I still feel afraid to speak it sometimes, but I know that little by little I will improve. For me, it is taking time, but I hope that by my senior year I will be able to speak English more fluently.
MHA has also helped me greatly with my studies. In Mrs. Berg’s history class, I learned the countries of almost the entire world, as well as the states of the United States of America and their capitals. In math, Mrs. Fattic always helped me with concepts that were difficult for me.
MHA also helps me grow closer to God, since there is an emphasis on community service. I help my church by leading songs and helping younger kids who do not yet know much about God to learn more about Him.
MHA is a great place to study. Even though it can be tiring, I truly love studying here, and I would choose this school a thousand times again.
—Hanna is a junior student at Mile High Academy. Republished with permission from “The MHA Mustang News” March 5, 2026, email newsletter. Photo supplied.
