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Oct 21, 2021
This October, we have put together a fall book list! curl up with a book that fits the season. We have your books set in autumn, your scary thrillers, and your cozy pageturners right here!
Do you have more fall book recommendations? Send them to moments@achievementfirst.org and we’ll add them to a future list!
Elementary
Goodbye Summer, Hello Autumn by Kenard Park
From Goodreads: As trees sway in the cool breeze, blue jays head south, and leaves change their colors, everyone…
Oct 14, 2021
When you ask Elm City College Prep Middle students – and sisters—Leislani and Milani why celebrating Latinx Heritage month is important, the…
Oct 06, 2021
Hi, Jayvien! What is your favorite part about being Latinx? I’m Dominican, and my favorite part is probably the food, especially locrio de salami con…
Sep 29, 2021
Whoever you are, you are welcome. That is the message Gabby wants every member of the Latin American Student Organization (LASO) at AF Amistad High to…
Sep 24, 2021
Latinx Heritage Month is a time for celebrating family. For Josmeilyn, an AF North Brooklyn Prep Middle seventh- grader, that means celebrating family…
Sep 23, 2021
In honor of Latinx Heritage month, we’ve put together a book list featuring Latinx authors and characters. The collection offers options for…
Sep 17, 2021
In celebrating Latinx Heritage Month, we are celebrating something much bigger than any one tradition. This month is a recognition of persistence,…
Sep 09, 2021
Angel is an eleventh-grade scholar at AF Amistad High who dreams of becoming a manga artist and author. This summer, completed an intro to playwriting…
Sep 02, 2021
Francheska Dominique is the founding principal of AF Envision Elementary in Providence, which opened its doors this school year. Tell us about…