About Us
Dr. Aileen Myer, Administrator
Dr. Aileen Myer joined the Bowers Team in 2019 as the Teaching Administrator at Bowers Academy.
Dr. Myer grew up spending summer days at the lake swimming, boating, and catching frogs and turtles with her two brothers. From a young age, Dr. Myer has always had an affinity for the outdoors and a love of learning.
Dr. Myer is a true Spartan-Go Green! After earning a undergraduate degree in English Education in 2007, Dr. Myer went on to pursue a masters degree in Curriculum and Instruction in 2012. A lifelong learner, Dr. Myer earned a Doctorate in Educational Leadership in 2018. Dr. Myer's research dissertation focused on Cultural Competence, highlighting the importance of relational trust, self awareness, personal and organizational reflection, trickle-down leadership, and embedded and sustained professional learning within public school settings. Dr. Myer strives to continually bridge theory and practice as a reflective leader.
Dr. Myer is a champion for educational equity in secondary nontraditional settings. Dr. Myer's past experiences support the work at Bowers Academy where Dr. Myer fosters a sense of community for all and cultivates a student-centered and inquiry based approach to instruction. With a focus on highlighting individual strengths to lift up and empower, Dr. Myer radiates passion and enthusiasm for place-based education.
Collaborating with farm educators, Dr. Myer enjoys learning alongside students to explore all aspects of farm life, including: observing animal behavior, attending to animal care, and actively investigating the environment.
When not at Bowers, Dr. Myer enjoys camping, cooking, and spending time with family and friends.
Vision
Vision
Students who thrive in a small environment that develops character, integrity, compassion for others, and academic skills will find success at Bowers Academy. Founded to address the needs of non-traditional learners, Bowers Academy balances academic challenge with self-reflection, exceptionally small class sizes, and the unique learning environment of Bowers Farm. Our ultimate goal at Bowers Academy is to graduate competent, empathetic, aware, and empowered individuals.
Mission
Mission
Bowers Academy focuses on maximizing student potential by providing every learner access to a non-traditional, comprehensive, and place-based learning experience. We embrace individuality, foster relationships, and ignite passions today and beyond. By integrating school, farm, and community, our program strengthens individual growth, sharpens real world skills, builds core values, and promotes social awareness for all.
Guiding Viewpoints
As a school community, we commit to the following guiding viewpoints:
- We believe that our students can best realize their strengths, interests, and independence when they are immersed in experiential learning both on and off campus. At Bowers, we work to develop strong partnerships to provide students with a variety of experiences to prepare them for their future.
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We believe in the power of place. At Bowers, we emphasize connection to place and engage in experiential learning that includes exploration of farm, community, and self.
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We believe that social emotional learning is critically important for the long term success of all students. At the center of the Bowers experience is a research-based social emotional curriculum. Social emotional supports and community building are emphasized in each facet of the learning experience.
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We believe that relationships are at the core of a healthy school community. At Bowers, we focus on restorative approaches to behavior and support recognizing that all people bring unique circumstances and strengths with them.
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We believe that high quality academic instruction is essential for the growth and development of all learners. At Bowers, we learn collaboratively utilizing a responsive, flexible, and experiential curriculum.
School History
School History
Bowers Academy opened its doors on 93 acres at Bowers School Farm in 1998. The first graduating class experienced the farm first hand as their learning space was located inside of a barn. Led by Principal Adam Scher, the size of the graduating class of 1999 was 3 students.
25 years later, we have moved into a Learning Center that is home to the Bowers Farm Store as well as Bowers Academy.
We are proud to celebrate an 84% attendance rate and a 94% graduation rate, having supported hundreds of non-traditional students as they set and achieve their personal, academic, and professional goals.
Contact Information
Contact Information
Dr. Aileen Myer
Teaching Administrator
amyer@bloomfield.org
248.341.5990
Julia Hanson
Social Worker
jhanson@bloomfield.org
Laura Hollyer-Madis
Counselor
lhollyer-madis@bloomfield.org
Jessica Lynn
Agricultural Sciences Instructor and FFA Advisor
JLynn@bloomfield.org
Karen Roland
Special Education Teacher Consultant
kroland@gmail.com
Jordan Stark
Social Studies Teacher
jstark@bloomfield.org