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Why I love Audible: A Mother’s Tale
With a 17-year-old heading to college next year and a 14-year-old freshman in high school, I am at the tail end of hands-on parenting. There is, however, one thing I still do regularly with my kids: listen to books on Audible. Read more
What it Means to be an Advocate for NYC Kids
Success Academy families go above and beyond to advocate for high-quality public education — and every parent brings their personal strengths and passions to the fight for educational equity. Read more
My Family Chose Success Over a G&T School — Now the Mayor Wants to Take That Option Away
Jamaal Salah knew he had to go the extra mile as a dad at SA Far Rockaway — for his daughter, and for all kids. Read more
From SA Parent to Principal-in-Training: A Conversation with Robertson Leadership Fellow Jessica Nelson-Clark
Robertson Leadership Fellow Jessica Nelson-Clark led a choice session at New Teacher Training about building strong relationships with parents — from the perspective of a parent! Read more
What Does it Mean to be Waitlisted? A Success Academy Parent Asks
I was accepted to every single charter school I applied for — except Success Academy. My SA results read: “Waitlist – Likely.” What does that even mean? I thought. How likely is likely? Read more
We’re the Same, But Different: Autism Awareness at SA Bronx 3
Earlier this month, SA Bronx 3 hosted an Autism Awareness Day to celebrate differences and teach about inclusion. Read more
Success Academy High School Dean (and Mom): They Might Not Admit It — They’re Teens, After All — But Our Kids Love School
Last week, SA 8th graders who applied to a district high school received their placement offers. It reminded me of when my daughter was deciding where to go for high school. Ultimately, she chose to stay at SA, and she is now in 11th grade, with a great group of friends both new and old, a high GPA, close relationships with teachers and deans, and a passion for track in which she excels. Neither she nor I have ever regretted her decision to stay at SA. Read more
We Are Family!
As our scholars, staff, and families enjoy the holiday season and winter break, we want to express our gratitude for everyone who is working together to build magical schools for our kids. You’ve created a community that wants for all children what we would want for our own; in fact, there are almost 60 of you who are so committed to our schools that you are both employees and Success Academy parents! Read more
9 Scholars and Counting: My Family’s Journey to Success Academy
In total, there are nine children in my family attending Success Academy this year. Eight of them are at SA Harlem 5, and my eldest just started sixth grade at SA Harlem West. We almost “bleed” blue and orange, and love celebrating together with the group picture at both the start and the end of the year! Read more
Don’t Fear the Third Grade (or Why I Love My Child’s Teachers)
When my daughter, Sofia, started third grade earlier this year at Success Academy Bensonhurst, I was nervous. Third grade — that means the start of state testing. And while I knew that Success Academy scholars generally do very well on these tests, I was concerned that “test prep” was all she would get out of... Read more
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