Why We Should Expect the Best for Our Son
Evaristo Barrios – April 7, 2015
College graduation was never my goal; it was simply to finish high school. I wanted a better education for my son, which is why I refused to send him to a failing public school in our neighborhood.
Why My Son Left A Good District School
Jeri Snead-Pierre – 19 de marzo de 2015
Would Success Academy Hell’s Kitchen live up to our expectations and spark a love of learning in Matthew?
Teaching My Son to Speak Out
Kelly Lau – 13 de marzo de 2015
I am grateful for great charter schools giving many parents like me the power to choose the education we want for our children. But the 143.000 kids in New York City who are stuck in failing schools and the 800.000 students across New York State who are not being equipped to do grade-level work, have no choice.
A Bronx Mother Was Not Prepared for College, But Is Hopeful Her Daughter Will Be
Rosemary Varona – 11 de marzo de 2015
I was born and raised in the Bronx and for most of my childhood and adolescence I attended failing schools. I, of course, didn’t know it at the time. I received good grades and passed all my classes. I sat in the front of the class because I loved learning. I thought I was a great student. Then I went to college and reality hit me. I didn’t know how to read to truly understand the deeper meaning of a book. Worse, I couldn’t properly write a paragraph – let alone an essay.
A Mother Is Witness to the Failing Schools Crisis in Her Backyard
Maria Gargano – 10 de marzo de 2015
My husband and I are raising two little girls in Brooklyn, and we have seen the failing schools crisis right in our own backyard.
Bronx Father: ‘I wasn’t going to let my daughter be passed along’
Sergio Fuertes – 9 de marzo de 2015
In Albany, I was proud to share what my daughter has been able to accomplish at a great school and to stand with other parents who also believe that all children deserve a quality education.
A School My Family Loves and Appreciates
Bridget Best – 23 de febrero de 2015
There are many great aspects to Success Academy Union Square, but I especially appreciate the people who nurture our children’s hearts and minds.
How Can I Find the Right Books for My Child?
Sara Yu – 20 de febrero de 2015
Our Director of Children’s Literature, Sara Yu answers two frequently asked parent questions about supporting children’s independent reading.
Tres Razones Por Las Qué Inscribí A Mi Hijo En Una Escuela Success Academy
Claire Leka – 10 de febrero de 2015
Como madre de un hijo que estudiaba en una escuela pública de la ciudad de Nueva York, nunca estuve satisfecha con lo que parecía ser un programa de estudios primarios limitado que se enfocaba solamente en lectura y matemáticas. Estaba interesada en un enfoque educativo que apuntase al desarrollo integral del niño y me entusiasmé […]
Memorable Moments from 2014
Success Academy – December 29, 2014
What made this year special for our Success Academy family? Find out here!
Why Success Works for Our Family
Claire Leka – December 9, 2014
Considering applying to Success Academy for your child? Read Claire’s post for the Success parent perspective…
Special-Ed Success: Making Hope Real for My Son
Success Academy – December 2, 2014
Doug McCurry, the co-CEO of Achievement First Public Charter Schools and the father of a special needs child, has written a touching account about his son, Jack, who is a scholar at Success Academy Cobble Hill.
Books: More Frequently Asked Questions About Reading Aloud to Kids
Sara Yu – November 29, 2014
Questions about reading? Read more advice from Director of Children’s Literature Sara Yu!
Have a question we haven’t answered yet? Post it in the comments so we can respond in a future post.
Books: Three Frequently Asked Questions About Reading Aloud to Kids
Sara Yu – November 14, 2014
This week, we’d like to address some of the frequently asked questions about reading aloud we’ve heard from parents over the years…
Books: Why Reading Aloud Really Matters
Sara Yu – November 7, 2014
The single most important thing parents can do to support their elementary school scholars is to read to them and with them at home.
Parent Post: Every Child Should Have an Excellent School
Leander W. Hardaway – November 6, 2014
This is why I stood with many Success Academy and district school parents in Lower Manhattan last month and delivered an urgent message to the city: the time has come for bold change in our public schools. 143.000 students are trapped in failing schools.