Alison Axelrad

Alison Axelrad is a History Teacher at The Harker School, located in Cupertino, California. She has been part of the school's faculty since 2019, teaching history and English to middle school students. In addition to her teaching responsibilities, she has served in various leadership roles, including co-principal of the Middle School Summer Institute and assistant director of the Secondary Division.23

Educational Background

• Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English and History from Wesleyan University (2010-2014).
• Master's Degree in History from Stanford University (2016-2017), where she wrote a thesis titled "It’s Not Treason; It’s Fantasy," focusing on the role of poetry in historical contexts.
• Currently pursuing a Certificate Program in Artificial Intelligence in the Classroom from the University of Pennsylvania (2023-2024).1

Professional Experience

• History and English Teacher at The Harker School (2019 - Present).
• Assistant Director of The Harker School English Language Institute (2010 - 2023).
• Previously worked as a Humanities Teacher at Woodland School from 2017 to 2019.12

Alison Axelrad is recognized for her commitment to creating engaging curricula and fostering positive relationships with students and parents. Her work emphasizes both academic excellence and personal growth within the educational environment.