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CATEGORY: Blog

Academic Performance and Arts: Why Creative Learning Matters

Melissa

May 9, 2025

Arts education plays a crucial role in students’ development, yet its impact on academic performance is often overlooked. Many...

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CATEGORY: Blog

How Zeta Phi Beta Shaped a School Leader’s Journey

Melissa

Apr 1, 2025

Black Greek organizations have long played a vital role in shaping leaders, fostering community, and uplifting individuals through...

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CATEGORY: Teachers and Leaders

How Principal Cruz is Redefining Leadership at AF Hartford

Melissa

Mar 17, 2025

Great school leadership is more than just managing a building. It’s about shaping a culture, supporting teachers, and ensuring...

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CATEGORY: Leadership, Teachers and Leaders

Celebrating School Leader Appreciation Week 2025 with Years of Service (Part 3)

Melissa

Mar 14, 2025

As we wrap up School Leader Appreciation Week, we’re celebrating the leaders who have been with Achievement First for five...

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Mayor Smiley stopped by to meet our brilliant AF Iluminar ES scholars, see the magic happening in our classrooms, and chat with our dedicated staff. Thank you, Mayor Smiley, for your support of AF and for celebrating the power of education with us and across the city of Providence.

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Mayor Smiley stopped by to meet our brilliant AF Iluminar ES scholars, see the magic happening in our classrooms, and chat with our dedicated staff. Thank you, Mayor Smiley, for your support of AF and for celebrating the power of education with us and across the city of Providence.

Step inside Achievement First Bushwick Elementary! From joyful learning to strong community, our scholars are growing, thriving, and loving every moment. At AF Bushwick, every child is known and celebrated. Come see what makes our school a special place to learn and grow. Apply today at the link in our bio!

#achievementfirst #bushwick #brooklynschools #gofurthertogether
#kindergarten #elementaryschool

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Step inside Achievement First Bushwick Elementary! From joyful learning to strong community, our scholars are growing, thriving, and loving every moment. At AF Bushwick, every child is known and celebrated. Come see what makes our school a special place to learn and grow. Apply today at the link in our bio!

#achievementfirst #bushwick #brooklynschools #gofurthertogether
#kindergarten #elementaryschool

Take a Look Inside Achievement First Brownsville Elementary!
From joyful classrooms to caring teachers and confident scholars, this is excellence in action. Discover how we help every child thrive academically, emotionally, and socially, with a community that feels like family.
Apply today at the link in our bio!

#kindergarten #applynow #charterschools #brooklyn #brownsville #achievementfirst

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Take a Look Inside Achievement First Brownsville Elementary!
From joyful classrooms to caring teachers and confident scholars, this is excellence in action. Discover how we help every child thrive academically, emotionally, and socially, with a community that feels like family.
Apply today at the link in our bio!

#kindergarten #applynow #charterschools #brooklyn #brownsville #achievementfirst

Happy National Charter Schools Week!

At Achievement First, we’re proud to be part of a movement that champions innovation and excellence in education. This week, we celebrate our students, families, educators, and communities who make public charter schools thrive every day.

Here’s to building bright futures together and ensuring that all students have access to great schools.

#CharterSchoolsWeek #AchievementFirst #Education #ChooseJoy #StriveForExcellence

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Happy National Charter Schools Week!

At Achievement First, we’re proud to be part of a movement that champions innovation and excellence in education. This week, we celebrate our students, families, educators, and communities who make public charter schools thrive every day.

Here’s to building bright futures together and ensuring that all students have access to great schools.

#CharterSchoolsWeek #AchievementFirst #Education #ChooseJoy #StriveForExcellence

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! This week, we’re giving ALL the high fives to our amazing AF teachers!

Thank you for the love you show your students and your commitment to their growth. You are mentors, guides, advocates, and champions and you make our classrooms places of possibility and joy. We are so grateful for the impact you make in our communities.

This week (and every week), we celebrate you!

#TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacher #GoFurtherTogether

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Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! This week, we’re giving ALL the high fives to our amazing AF teachers!

Thank you for the love you show your students and your commitment to their growth. You are mentors, guides, advocates, and champions and you make our classrooms places of possibility and joy. We are so grateful for the impact you make in our communities.

This week (and every week), we celebrate you!

#TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacher #GoFurtherTogether

Step inside AF Endeavor Elementary, where joy, love, and learning fill every classroom. Our students are curious, confident, and cared for every step of the way. See what makes our Brooklyn school so special and apply today at the link in our bio!
#achievementfirst #brooklyn #gofurthertogether

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Step inside AF Endeavor Elementary, where joy, love, and learning fill every classroom. Our students are curious, confident, and cared for every step of the way. See what makes our Brooklyn school so special and apply today at the link in our bio!
#achievementfirst #brooklyn #gofurthertogether

At Achievement First, we proudly celebrate Arab American Heritage Month! This is a time to honor the vibrant culture and significant contributions of Arab Americans in our communities. We close out the month by sharing inspiring stories that highlight the beauty and richness of Arab American experiences. Swipe through to check out these wonderful books!

#achievementfirst #arabamericanheritagemonth

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At Achievement First, we proudly celebrate Arab American Heritage Month! This is a time to honor the vibrant culture and significant contributions of Arab Americans in our communities. We close out the month by sharing inspiring stories that highlight the beauty and richness of Arab American experiences. Swipe through to check out these wonderful books!

#achievementfirst #arabamericanheritagemonth

Happy International Dance Day! Today, we celebrate the power of movement, expression, and joy! At Achievement First, we believe in nurturing every student`s creativity on stage, in the classroom, and beyond. Keep dancing, dreaming, and shining!
#choosejoy #internationaldanceday

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Happy International Dance Day! Today, we celebrate the power of movement, expression, and joy! At Achievement First, we believe in nurturing every student's creativity on stage, in the classroom, and beyond. Keep dancing, dreaming, and shining!
#choosejoy #internationaldanceday

Today we welcomed our newest scholars at Achievement First Crown Heights ES! Kindergarten Orientation was filled with joy, hugs, and fresh backpacks as families took the first step into an exciting school journey. Learn more about our schools at Achievementfirst.org and join our vibrant community today.

#kindergarten #achievementfirst #crownheights

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