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Navigating the Classroom with Margaret McDowell: A Journey into Curriculum Implementation and its Impact
Jun 24, 2024
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With over two decades of experience, from substituting to leading educational teams, Margaret McDowell brings a wealth of knowledge...
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At Achievement First, we honor and celebrate Juneteenth, a significant day that marks the emancipation of enslaved African Americans...
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From basketball and soccer to music and dance, @af_camp has so many activities to try and love this summer!
Learn more at the link in our bio!
#afcamp #afcamp2024 #changesummer2024
School may be out for the summer, but we love a #ThrowbackThursday! Check out these photos from @elmcityelementary’s art show last month. Our AF families celebrated the creativity and dedication our scholars put into their artistic pieces. At AF, we believe it is essential for students to have time to develop their passions and express their imagination through the arts. Special thank you to Ms. Fung and the Elm City ES staff for making this wonderful show possible!
#AchievementFirst #ArtShow #StriveForExcellence
Today and every day, we celebrate the spirit of freedom and the limitless possibilities that education brings. We reflect on our commitment to making education accessible to all students and celebrate the diverse and united community at Achievement First. Together, we build a brighter future for our scholars. Have a safe and joyful summer!
#SummerBreak #AchievementFirst #ChooseJoy
Congratulations to our 4th-grade scholars stepping up to 5th grade this next school year! We are so proud of you and excited to see all that you will accomplish! Enjoy these photos from the AF Iluminar ES 4th graders stepping up event.
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As the school year wraps up and summer begins, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to all Achievement First Kindergarteners for reaching a significant milestone and advancing to 1st grade next year! Check out these beautiful photos from the AF East New York Elementary School Kindergarten stepping-up ceremony. We`re so proud of you!
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#KindergartenGraduation #ElementarySchool #StriveForExcellence
In honor of #CaribbeanAmericanHeritageMonth, AF would like to shine a light on our amazing steel pan team at @afbrooklynhigh, @pulse.steelband. As the first high school steel pan band in New York City, this talented group has brought the sound and spirit of the Caribbean right to Brooklyn! Check out our post to learn a bit about the history of steel pan and watch some of Pulse’s performances, including their most recent performance at a @nyliberty basketball game!
#AchievementFirst #Steelpan #Steelpanmusic #CaribbeanAmericanHeritageMonth #BlackMusicMonth
This past year, Achievement First set off on an exciting journey to adopt and implement high-quality instructional materials that are proven to improve student outcomes. In our latest blog post, AF Providence Academy MS educator Margaret McDowell shares her experience with implementing Wit & Wisdom, a literacy program that is known for improving learning outcomes. Discover how her innovative approach with this curriculum reinvigorated and strengthened student learning this year. Read the full story at the link in our bio to learn more about the impactful changes and insights from this dedicated educator, and look out for more stories on great learning at AF!
#teaching #curriculum #striveforexcellence
Our scholars have worked hard all year long, and now they get to play even harder! Check out some photos of our students across the network having some field day fun! ☀️
#AchievementFirst #FieldDay #ChooseJoy
Achievement First honors and celebrates Juneteenth. Though a day for joy and fellowship, it also serves as a reminder of the ongoing struggle for freedom and equality today. We hope that you spend the day learning, reflecting, and celebrating in a way that feels authentic to you. Check the link in our bio for a list of family-friendly Juneteenth celebrations in our three regions!
#Juneteenth #LeadingForRacialEquity #GoFurtherTogether
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