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What Should Kids Know Before Kindergarten?

January 24, 2025 Success Academy

Skills Your Child Needs for Kindergarten There’s an entire matrix of skills your child needs to have before Kindergarten. But it’s not just about what they know. A big part of growing up is mastering control of their bodies, including gross and fine motor skills. Kids will also gradually improve their social skills during the...Read more

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What do Kids Learn in Kindergarten?

December 3, 2024 Success Academy

Kindergarten is one of the most formative periods of a child’s life. It’s where children begin to master the physical, emotional, and social skills they’ll need to thrive in the world. For some,... Read more

Congratulations to the SY 2024-25 Success Academy Excellence Award Winners!

November 20, 2024 Success Academy

We are excited to announce the SY 2024-25 Success Academy Excellence Award winners! The Excellence Awards honor School-based staff who go above and beyond in advancing our mission, achieving superior ... Read more

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Public Charter School vs. Private School

August 21, 2024 Success Academy

Public charter schools are public schools that are able to operate with more autonomy and different curriculums than traditional public schools. Private schools are typically funded through tuition,... Read more

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What are Public Charter Schools in NYC?

August 2, 2024 Success Academy

A Brief History of Charter Schools in NYC New York City charter schools began their journey in the late 1990s and marked a significant shift in the city’s educational landscape. The first charter sc... Read more

Charter vs. Magnet School

July 25, 2024 Success Academy

Charter schools and magnet schools both offer unique benefits compared with traditional district schools, but they’re not the same thing. While magnet schools are often a part of a school... Read more

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Charter School Uniforms & Dress Code

July 11, 2024 Success Academy

Are you a new Success Academy family? Go here to access your first uniform for free. If you’ve never experienced the positive impacts of a school uniform policy, you likely have questions. How do sc... Read more

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