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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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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

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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

The spotlight was shining bright on our AF Hartford ES and MS scholars! Our students brought the magic of Annie to life with talent, teamwork, and heart, and we couldn’t be prouder! From the vibrant set design and creative costumes to the powerful acting and vocals, these young stars captivated the audience and stole the show. A huge shoutout to our incredible teachers, staff, families, and behind-the-scenes crew who made this performance a success!

#achievementfirst #anniethemusical #artsineducation #drama #theater #hartford

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The spotlight was shining bright on our AF Hartford ES and MS scholars! Our students brought the magic of Annie to life with talent, teamwork, and heart, and we couldn’t be prouder! From the vibrant set design and creative costumes to the powerful acting and vocals, these young stars captivated the audience and stole the show. A huge shoutout to our incredible teachers, staff, families, and behind-the-scenes crew who made this performance a success!

#achievementfirst #anniethemusical #artsineducation #drama #theater #hartford

Our Special 25th Anniversary Annual Report is now live!

For 25 years, Achievement First has remained committed to delivering excellence and equity in education so that every student can lead a life of opportunity and purpose, and we look forward to continuing this work together in partnership with our communities. This commemorative edition, "Stronger, Further, Together" features reflections from our founders, key milestones from our journey, powerful stories from across our community, and a bold vision for the future.

Tap the link in bio to read the full report and see how we’re building on 25 years of impact and shaping what’s next.

#AF25 #achievementfirst #annualreport #gofurthertogether #charterschools

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Our Special 25th Anniversary Annual Report is now live!

For 25 years, Achievement First has remained committed to delivering excellence and equity in education so that every student can lead a life of opportunity and purpose, and we look forward to continuing this work together in partnership with our communities. This commemorative edition, "Stronger, Further, Together" features reflections from our founders, key milestones from our journey, powerful stories from across our community, and a bold vision for the future.

Tap the link in bio to read the full report and see how we’re building on 25 years of impact and shaping what’s next.

#AF25 #achievementfirst #annualreport #gofurthertogether #charterschools

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!

#AFCamp #AFCamp2025 #ChangeSummer2025

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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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