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Our AF Connecticut schools have grown from one small school in New Haven to a thriving community of scholars, families, and educators across the region, including Hartford and Bridgeport.

Together, we’ve built a joyful and safe learning environment where students discover their brilliance and their power to lead lives of purpose.

Watch our Connecticut story!

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Big dreams start here!
From their first steps into school to reading, exploring, and creating, our scholars are growing as confident learners and compassionate leaders.

Watch this video to see the magic of AF Hartford Elementary in action and why so many families choose to be part of our community.

Share this with a family looking for a great school!

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Happy Pride Month from Achievement First! We celebrate the brilliance and joy of our LGBTQIA+ students, families, and team members, not just this month, but all year long. At AF, we are committed to creating schools where everyone feels seen, safe, and encouraged to be their full, authentic selves. Here’s to love, to equity, and to building a future where every identity is affirmed.
 
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Big dreams start here! At Achievement First Linden Elementary, our scholars grow with joy, curiosity, and confidence every day. Apply today at the link in our bio!

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AF’s 1st Annual Dance Festival was an unforgettable night of joy, talent, and community! Ten of our New York schools recently came together for our very first Dance Showcase. The energy was electric, the performances were breathtaking, and the love and pride from the audience were palpable. A huge shout-out to our incredible dance teachers for your creativity, passion, and dedication to seeing our students shine. Congratulations to all of the student performers for an incredible show!
Check out one of the amazing performances, Apollo MS’s “Popular” from Wicked!

#Dance #choosejoy #wickedthemusical
We can’t wait for another summer of fun at AF Camp! Enrollment is open for summer 2025! AF Camp is a sleepaway camp exclusively for Achievement First students currently in grades 3–8.

Follow @af_camp and visit www.achievementfirstcamp.org/enroll to learn more, RSVP for a Family Information Session, and enroll today.

Spots are limited, so don't wait to secure your camper's spot!

#AFCamp #AFCamp2025 #ChangeSummer2025

Estamos emocionados por otro verano de diversión en AF Camp, la inscripción ya está abierta para el verano de 2025! AF Camp es un campamento para dormir exclusivamente para estudiantes de Achievement First en los grados 3–8.

Siga @af_camp y visite www.achievementfirstcamp.org/enroll para obtener más información, confirme su asistencia para una sesión de información familiar e inscríbase hoy.

Los lugares son limitados, así que no espere para asegurar el lugar de su campista!

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CATEGORY: Resources

Spring Reading List

Karina Sumano

Apr 15, 2021

CATEGORY: Students

“Always Dream Big”: Sashenka’s Story

Karina Sumano

Mar 29, 2021

CATEGORY: Just for Fun

Women’s History Reading List

Karina Sumano

Mar 11, 2021

CATEGORY: Students

Innovators in Our Schools

Karina Sumano

Feb 25, 2021

CATEGORY: Students

Scholars of the Year 2019-20

Karina Sumano

Aug 7, 2020

CATEGORY: Students

Focus and Hard Work: A Scholar’s Story

Karina Sumano

Nov 6, 2019

CATEGORY: Students

Motivation and Hard Work: A Scholar’s Story

Karina Sumano

Oct 30, 2019

CATEGORY: Students

“I Never Knew That I Was Able to Do It!”: A Scholar’s Story

Karina Sumano

Sep 11, 2019