Achievement First

We prepare our students to deepen their knowledge of self and community, to excel at college, career, and life, and to lead lives of purpose and leadership.

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Bridgeport families, late applications are now open as of April 21.

At Achievement First, students are known, celebrated, and encouraged to dream big. We work closely with families to support every step of each child’s learning journey.

Apply now through the link in our bio! 🔗

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📣 Rhode Island families! It's not too late to join our community of learners for 2026-27. Late applications are now open! ✅

Apply now to secure your chance to join the Achievement First community through the link in our bio. 🔗

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Achievement First staff and alumni joined the inaugural Gyrl Wonder Women of Impact Gala. ✨

We’re proud to represent AF in communities that inspire bold leadership, elevate diverse voices, and expand what’s possible for the young people and alumni we serve.

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Hartford families, there is still time to join the Achievement First community. Elementary and middle school lottery applications close on April 9.

At Achievement First, students are celebrated, and encouraged to dream big.

Apply by April 9 through the link in our bio.🔗

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Congrats to DeAndre, an 8th grader at AF Bridgeport Middle, for winning his school science fair and advancing to States! 🏆🥼

He engineered a haptic glove to help people who are visually impaired detect obstacles, building it with sensors, wiring, and motors.

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Rhode Island families, lottery results are coming soon! 🎉

On April 1, you will learn via email/text if your child has been offered a seat for the 2026-27 school year.

Every family deserves a school that listens, partners, and believes in every child’s brilliance.

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Thank you!🙏

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Bridgeport families, today is the final day to apply for the 2026-2027 school year. ⏰

March 31 is your last chance to enter the lottery for the 2026-27 school year.

Apply today by clicking the link in our bio! 🔗

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Congratulations to Kalel, a senior at AF Brooklyn High, who was accepted to the School of Visual Arts. 🎨

Through AF New York’s Empower Program, he’s grown his talents and now he’s making history as part of Empower’s first graduating class. More about his journey in our bio! 🔗

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New York families, our 2026-27 application deadline is fast approaching! The deadline to apply is April 1 in order to be included in our lottery on April 6. 📅

Apply today at the link in our bio! 🔗

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From 5, 10, 15 to 20 years, we are proud to celebrate the years of service of our Achievement First educators.

Thank you to the teachers who make this work possible every day!

Learn more about our featured educators by visiting our blog at the link in our bio 🔗

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Last week at our Achievement First School Leader Summit in our founding state of Connecticut, our leaders aligned, learned, and strengthened their impact across schools and communities in NY, CT, and RI.

Together, we are building schools where all students can succeed!

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Back-to-Back Champions! 🏆🏀

Congratulations to our NY High School’s Boys Varsity Basketball team for winning the PSAL 3A City Championship, becoming the first charter school to win back-to-back boys city titles.

Next stop: State Championship. Let’s keep it going! 🏅

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Our Amistad High School marching band delivered an outstanding performance at the Dr. Ann Garrett Robinson Way dedication ceremony last Saturday in New Haven, requested by Dr. Robinson herself! Check out the highlights and learn more: https://t.co/DquftUzOT8

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Our Amistad HS marching band delivered an outstanding performance at the Dr. Ann Garrett Robinson Way dedication in New Haven last Saturday. Dr. Robinson personally requested our band, and they loved celebrating with the community! https://t.co/3fdPNFnIl6
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We still feel the joy from Friday’s celebration of AF Linden Middle School’s official ribbon-cutting for their new building in East New York! We were grateful to be surrounded by our community for this milestone. See this recent Pix11 article for more - https://t.co/LxMVvEsKg8

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For 25 years, AF has been educating and inspiring students to reach their full potential! Read CEO Lisa Margosian's reflection on our past and bright future. Thank you to every scholar, family, educator, and partner who has helped shape our story! https://t.co/jhJjEeMv9h

#AF25

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9/15 marked the start of #LatinxHeritageMonth! This month serves as a reminder that Latinx culture is American culture. We acknowledge the contributions made to the US by Hispanic/Latinx communities, while also continuing to learn about their traditions, struggles, and stories.

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Today marks a new school year and a major milestone—25 years of AF! 🎉 We’re thrilled to share our anniversary kick-off video, honoring the people, achievements, and challenges that shaped us. Here's to the next 25 years of impact!
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