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Join us on a journey with Maeve McLeod, a dedicated fourth-grade teacher at Achievement First Promesa Elementary School in Providence, Rhode Island. In our latest blog post, Maeve shares her experience during her third year of teaching, highlighting the invaluable support she's received through coaching and her personal growth as an educator. Maeve reflects on the power of mentorship and continuous development in shaping her to be an impactful educator. At AF, we are dedicated to nurturing our educators’ potential and ensuring they are growing every day!
Achievement First is strongly committed to providing our students with learning environments that foster social-emotional health and psychological safety. This could not be done without the tireless efforts of social workers like Liza, who currently works at Achievement First Aspire ES and is also an AF parent! In our latest blog, we talked to Liza about her passion for social work, creating an environment of mental wellness for students, and balancing her roles as both AF staff member and parent!
At Achievement First, our dedicated leaders steer us toward fulfilling our promise of providing quality education and a safe learning environment for our scholars. Each day, our school leaders embody the values of "Strive for Excellence" and "Go Further Together," AF's guiding principles that underscore our collective journey. The individuals we spotlight below epitomize our unwavering commitment to excellence. As we commemorate School Leader Appreciation Week, we invite you to explore further and get to know some of our talented and passionate leaders. See what their peers say as we show gratitude for their years of service!
Check out our latest blog post highlighting tenth grader Michelle’s incredible journey at Achievement First Ujima High School. Learn more about how this spirited AF scholar manages her classes, the cheer team, and time dedicated to creating art. Read it now and step into Ujima HS with Michelle
Today, we spotlight Zina, a fourth-grade teacher at AF North Brooklyn Prep Elementary School and one of the many incredible educators who make Achievement First exceptional. Their dedication, passion, and tireless efforts in the classroom inspire us all. Thank you for being so committed to our students' success! Watch the video to learn more about Zina.
Achievement First Rhode Island students, educators, and supporters celebrated the official opening of our extraordinary new AF Providence High School building. Our heartfelt gratitude goes out to all those who played a part in this exceptional architectural achievement. Thank you to the dedicated teams at AF and Providence High School for their commitment to quality education and the students and families who have chosen to spend their educational journeys with us. We're equally grateful to Mayor Smiley and Deputy Commissioner Odom-Villella for joining us in this celebration, cutting the ribbon with us, and for their ongoing support. Go Falcons!
We're thrilled that Alicia Harper, MA, EdM , Principal of Achievement First North Brooklyn Prep, shared her invaluable wisdom and experience on transforming school culture at the New York Charter Schools Conference in Albany yesterday. We're so grateful to have Alicia as part of our AF team!
Check out this powerful piece from Achievement First Brooklyn High School Principal Damen Scott on EdSurge about the importance of ensuring every Black student has access to a Black teacher, as it’s a crucial step towards creating a more inclusive and equitable education environment. Thank you, Damen, for your incredible contribution to our organization and students!
Charity Ann Chambers, a math teacher at Achievement First Amistad High School in Connecticut, is transforming how her students feel about the subject. In this recent New Haven Independent article, Ms. Chambers sets the scene for her Algebra 1 class. From greeting each student as they come into class and playing background music, Ms. Chambers creates a safe space for her students to thrive. She fosters student-driven learning by having students work in groups, encouraging her students to bravely embrace mistakes, ask for help, learn from each other, work together, and celebrate each other. Read the article to learn more about how Ms. Chambers makes math fun and builds confidence in her students for a fruitful future.
The ‘23-24 school year is approaching, and we’re gearing up for our best year yet! Our teachers are already preparing their classrooms and lessons, and we want to show our appreciation. Let’s share our best wishes for a fantastic year ahead.
