Earlier this month, 100+ charter school families, students, and advocates from across the country met in Washington, DC, engaging in three days of impactful activism and solidarity to represent our children and community. Achievement First’s external relations team members Jillian Fain and Nakia Hall, AF families, and other charter schools joined together to address critical issues like charter school funding, gun safety, and mental health, reaffirming our commitment to providing top-tier education and supporting students. With over a hundred meetings with legislators and aides, it was a pivotal moment to champion charter schools and make our voices heard.

In the coming weeks, stay tuned for more on this important day and how you can advocate for our students and even attend Hill Day with us next year!

@stopthewaitri
@charteralliance

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Today, Achievement First celebrates International Dance Day! From the classroom to the dance room, AF supports and nurtures our students to find their passion--not only through rigorous curriculum, but engaging enrichment classes, as well. In celebration of the day, we`re highlighting Liz, a dance teacher from @afiluminarelementary. Swipe to learn more about what she finds most rewarding about being a dance teacher at AF, and a few videos of our talented scholars. Thank you to all of our enrichment teachers for your commitment to educating the whole child!

#AchievementFirst #InternationalDanceDay #Enrichment #Dance

Our incredible scholars at Achievement First Hartford Academy Elementary School are all smiles and beaming with joy this Friday! These smiles are lighting up our week, and we want to share the positivity! Keep shining bright, just like our scholars.

@afhartfordelementary

#HappyFriday #ChooseJoy

College acceptances are rolling in! Congratulations to our seniors who are moving on to attend a college or university. Your hard work, dedication, and perseverance paid off, paving the way for bright futures ahead. We are so proud of every one of our students and celebrate their post-graduation path. Here’s a glimpse of some of our East Brooklyn High School scholars bound for NYU and Syracuse—two incredible universities. Thank you to the AF College and Career team, educators, and school leaders who work tirelessly to ensure our students get the best education and opportunities they deserve and our endlessly supportive families for their partnership.

#StriveForExcellence #FutureLeaders #CollegeBound

College acceptance season has officially arrived and our AF seniors are experiencing the rewards of their hard work! Many seniors, like Queen, are determining their next steps, and AF has been there to support them every step of the way. Congratulations to Queen -- who is off to Fordham University in the fall -- and the #Classof2024. Be on the lookout for more college acceptances soon!

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