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Aug 19, 2021
5 Tips to Get Ready for Back to School
The sun begins to set a bit earlier, the temperature slowly drops, and families gradually return from their summertime getaways. These are all signs the school season is upon us. While there are still a few more weeks left until our scholars are back in the classroom, now is the perfect time to prepare for […]
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Jul 08, 2021
Summer Activities To Keep Your Kids Learning
School is finally out for summer! There’s no doubt your kids are excited to leave their laptops and notebooks at home and spend the summer days playing in the park, going to the beach, and catching up with friends and family. And, they deserve it! Of course, just because school isn’t in session doesn’t mean […]
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Jun 30, 2021
LGBTQIA+ Books to Read for Pride Month
There are so many incredible stories available that capture the experiences of the LGBTQIA+ community. We wanted to share a few of them with our students and families, so we put together a list of LGBTQIA+ books to read for Pride Month this year. Check out our suggestions below and share your favorite books with […]
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Jun 23, 2021
Anything is Possible: Congratulations to The Class of 2021
The last 15 months have taught us many lessons – perhaps, most of all, that we cannot know what the future holds. As our 452 seniors graduate from our five high schools in New York and Connecticut and step out into the world, we do know one thing for sure: they can do anything. Because […]
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Jun 10, 2021
Celebrating AF Leaders’ Years of Service
Our school leaders devote their days and nights to make sure the school day runs smoothly, students are safe and learning, and teachers have the support to be effective instructors. Inspirational, trustworthy, empathetic, and bold –they are true leaders in every sense of the word. Their role is not always easy, but they remain committed […]
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May 27, 2021
Wrapping Up: 5 Ways to End the School Year Strong
Summer is around the corner, but there are still a few weeks left before we head off to a well-deserved break. It can be hard to stay focused and motivated when we’re dreaming of sunny beaches or barbecues or that trip we’ve been fantasizing about since before the pandemic. And, that’s OK! We’re here to […]
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Apr 29, 2021
Get Outdoors: Five Activities to Do This Spring
You’ve been cooped up at home all winter. Now that it’s spring, your kids are excited and ready to spend time outdoors and enjoy the fresh spring air. The pandemic is far from over, but that doesn’t mean you and your family can’t enjoy a little fun in the sun—socially distanced, of course! Here are […]
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Mar 11, 2021
Women’s History Reading List
Women have always changed history and laid the foundation for future leaders in big and small ways. This Women’s History Month, we celebrate the accomplishments of women in history like Mae Jemison, Malala Yousafzai, and Ruth Bader Ginsburg; women who have been pushing boundaries, creating change, and redefining gender roles. And, we celebrate the strong […]