“I Didn’t Grow From Concrete”: An Alumna’s Story
Jun 27, 2018
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AF alum and Wake Forest University student, Ciarra Velazquez, is making moves across the globe!
This summer, she studied environmental communication in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines and explored debate and advocacy in London.
From climate action to cultural repatriation, Ciarra is showing what it means to be a global citizen and lifelong learner. We’re so proud!
#AchievementFirst #AFAlumni #AlumniSpotlight #GlobalCitizen #StudyAbroad #WakeForest #alumnisuccess
Hey #Brooklyn Families! Join us this Friday for the BSA Pop-Up BBQ with Achievement First! Free food, music, games & community fun. Bring the whole family, everyone’s welcome!
Check the link in our bio to RSVP!
#BrooklynEvents #brownsvillebrooklyn #brooklynfamilies
We’re thrilled to introduce three incredible leaders to the Achievement First community!
Amy D’Angelo in Connecticut
Kristin Damo in New York
Tom McDermott in Rhode Island
As our new Regional Executive Directors, Amy, Kristin, and Tom will play a critical role in driving school success across our network. They will oversee the K-12 journey — or as we’re committed to at AF, supporting the K-16 journey — in each region, working closely with principals, regional superintendents, and community members to ensure every student receives an excellent education and every school thrives.
This is a major milestone in our work to deepen local leadership and bring decision-making even closer to the communities we serve. These new roles reflect our commitment to stronger connections with our students, families, and communities, and to ensuring our schools reflect the unique strengths, voices, and needs of each region.
Please join us in welcoming Amy, Kristin, and Tom, and in celebrating this exciting step toward a more community-centered future for Achievement First!
#achievementfirst #k12education #publiccharterschools #gofurthertogether #striveforexcellence #connecticut #nyc #rhodeisland #leadership
At AF Brownsville Elementary, love and learning go hand in hand.
Our students are valued and supported every single day, because when children feel safe and seen, they soar.
Apply Today at achievementfirst.org/apply
#achievementfirst #brownsville #charterschool #elementaryeducation #brooklyn #careforthewholeperson
Step inside Endeavor Elementary!
From joyful classrooms to caring teachers, our scholars are building a strong foundation for the future.
Apply Today at achievementfirst.org/apply
#achievementfirst #elementaryschool #kindergarten #brooklyn #choosejoy
At AF East New York Elementary, we build a love for learning starting in Kindergarten.
See how our students are thriving in a warm, supportive, and vibrant community.
Apply Now for Grades K–4 achievementfirst.org/apply
It all begins here.
At AF Legacy Elementary School, students are welcomed with love and encouraged to explore, play, and thrive.
Apply Now for Grades K–4 in Queens
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What makes Achievement First Hartford Summit Middle School special? A joyful school culture, strong student voice, and a community that believes in every child’s brilliance.
#AFHartfordSummitMS #AchievementFirst #MiddleSchoolMagic #studentbrilliance #graduateaims #GoFurtherTogether
Huge congratulations to our AF alumni who graduated from college this spring! From Franklin & Marshall to Stanford, from Public Health to Performing Arts, you’ve done it all, and we’re so proud of you. Thank you to our partners at @kipp_forward_nyc for partnering with us to support their journeys beyond high school.
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