Head of School - Mr. Philip Hale
Welcome to Augustine Classical Academy! I’m so glad you’ve taken a moment to learn about our community. This is a place where students are known, challenged, and cared for—where learning happens in classrooms, on fields, and in friendships. Together we’re growing in wisdom, faith, and character as we seek to follow Christ in all we do. I hope you catch a glimpse of the joy and purpose that fill our halls each day. We’re grateful you’re here.
Phil brings more than two decades of leadership experience to his role at Augustine Classical Academy. Before joining ACA, he served with the FBI for 20 years, including as Assistant Special Agent in Charge of the Albany Division and Special Assistant in the Counterterrorism Division. Earlier in his career, he practiced law and consulting, working in compliance and dispute resolution. Phil holds degrees from Wheaton College, the University of Missouri–Kansas City, and Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management. He is grateful to serve a community devoted to learning, faith, and character.
Beth Knecht
Assistant Head of School
Emily Gardner
Upper School Administrative Assistant
Tamra Hopkins
Dean of Academics
Tamiko Everson
Registrar
Diane Gullie
Grammar School Assistant & Finances
7 North Main Street | Mechanicville, NY 12118 | 518.541.2089
Augustine Classical Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational or administrative policies, financial aid and scholarship programs, athletics or other school-administered programs. Students are enrolled based on evidence of their ability to thrive in Augustine Classical Academy's Christian, classical course of studies and culture. In addition, subject to the Constitution of the United States and all applicable state and federal laws, Augustine Classical Academy does not discriminate in its employment practices.
