Why I love Audible: A Mother’s Tale
Georgia West – December 22, 2020
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.
Sir Isaac Newton Transforms SA’s Science Symposium
Success Academy – December 7, 2020
When the middle school science team realized that the annual Science Symposium would need to be held remotely, they set to work looking for a solution — and a silver lining.
Our Amazing Mental Health Professionals — We Appreciate You!
Success Academy – November 6, 2020
Thank you for working tirelessly to build a solid support system for our scholars!
One Mission, One Marathon, One Million Dollars Raised
Success Academy – November 5, 2020
On Saturday, October 31, the Success Academy marathon team celebrated 10 years of running and fundraising on behalf of our schools and scholars!
Theater in the Age of Remote Learning
Success Academy – October 23, 2020
When SA closed its classroom doors in March and cancelled HSLA’s spring show, Ms. Diaz and senior theater teacher Courtney Edwards made a decision that — against all odds, remote or hybrid — a fall play performance was not a matter of if but how.
10 Ways to Stay Energized During Remote Teaching
Success Academy – October 16, 2020
How do our teachers manage to keep their minds and bodies energized in the remote environment? Find out below.
Infinite Possibilities: A Chess Teacher’s Passion
Success Academy – October 15, 2020
Chess has been an integral part of SA’s curriculum from day one, both as a regular part of the K-4 day and as an after-school option. SA chess teacher Christopher Johnson reflects on why the game — along with the lessons it can instill in young people — is such a source of joy.
Balancing Multiple Priorities? SA Operations Staff Share Their Secrets to Success
Success Academy – October 2, 2020
What do SA Operations Staff do when buildings are closed? They work even harder! Here are some of their tips for handling stress and staying productive.
SA Families Share Tips for Having Fun at Home
Success Academy – September 28, 2020
In the months since the Covid-19 pandemic turned the world upside down, we’ve had to make adjustments to our way of life. With in-person events canceled, playdates off limits, and museums and movie theaters closed, we’ve also found new ways to have fun. At SA, we take joy very seriously, and we know that our […]
10 Tips for Connecting with Your Peers During Remote Teaching
Success Academy – September 18, 2020
For new teachers, starting remotely can make it difficult to build relationships. Luckily, some of our teachers have found innovative ways to make that happen despite the circumstances. We asked them to share their secrets for staying connected with their peers during this time.
Success Academy Reopening Update
Success Academy – August 21, 2020
We will continue to keep SA families updated on any adjustments to our plan.
10 Tips for Building Community in the Remote Classroom
Success Academy – August 21, 2020
For new scholars and new teachers, remote learning can feel overwhelming — how can we feel together when we’re so far apart? We asked teachers who excelled at remote learning in the spring for their advice on building community in the classroom.
Hiring for a Diverse Workforce: A Conversation with Kristin Irish, SA’s Leader, New Teacher Talent Acquisition
Kristin Irish – August 6, 2020
To find out how SA approaches diversity in hiring and what our plans are for the coming year, we spoke to Kristin Irish, a Director of Talent Acquisition who leads our new teacher hiring.
Former SA Teacher Reconnects — Remotely
Success Academy – August 4, 2020
This summer, former SA teacher Melissa once again became part of the SA family when our Experiential Learning team partnered with her organization — and a range of other experts, educators, and leaders — to create SA Summer Together.
We asked Excellence Award Winners: What Surprised You About Remote Learning?
Success Academy – July 31, 2020
We’re sharing what some of our top teachers had to say about their experiences of teaching remotely last year. Here’s what they found most surprising!
My Plans Were Canceled, But I’m Making the Most of Summer 2020
Success Academy – July 29, 2020
When SA realized that our scholars faced a socially-distanced summer with limited opportunities for fun and learning, we knew we needed to find a way to help them make these months more meaningful.
We Asked Parents How We Were Doing, and Here’s What They Had to Say
Success Academy – July 7, 2020
At SA, we consider families our most important partners — which is why we take parent feedback very seriously!
Success Academy’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Eva Moskowitz – June 29, 2020
True to our belief in continuous improvement, we commit to advancing racial equity not just by running exceptional public schools that give children from all backgrounds access to life-changing education, but also by prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
They Persisted: Our 2020 Graduates!
Success Academy – June 22, 2020
These scholars crossed the graduation finish line after showing us what persistence looks like!
SA’s Remote Chess Champions
Success Academy – June 18, 2020
The SA Chess program held our annual end-of-the-year tournament and for the first time in SA history, the tournament was virtual.
Open Letter to Mayor de Blasio on School Safety Agents
Success Academy – June 8, 2020
I’m writing to call upon you to make school safety agents independent of the Police Department.
Summer Soar FAQs
Success Academy – June 5, 2020
Scholars will receive Summer Soar assignments between June 8 and 16. Read on for answers to some of the most common Summer Soar questions we’ve received from SA families.
In these troubling times…
Success Academy – June 5, 2020
This week, Success Academy celebrated the graduation of 99 seniors, all of them children of color. It is with mixed feelings that we send them out into a world that is so troubled right now. The events of the past two weeks have left us angry, frustrated, and exhausted. The tragic death of George Floyd […]
The Success Academy High School of the Liberal Arts Class of 2024 Graduates — Virtually!
Success Academy – June 4, 2020
In an unprecedented virtual commencement ceremony, friends and supporters, family members, current and former staff, alumni, and 99 very special SA seniors gathered online to celebrate the turning of their tassels.