Before the first bell of the new school year rang, UPLIFT Academy was on the ground ensuring students were ready for success. This summer, UPLIFT, in powerful partnership with Embrace Relief, hosted its annual Back-to-School Backpack Distribution drive.
This summer, UPLIFT Academy continued its commitment to expanding access to STEM education by launching its free Robotics program in Newark for middle school students from underserved communities in partnership with the New Spring Foundation and Masjid Ashab ul Yameen.
We’re pleased to announce that UPLIFT Academy has formed strategic partnerships with two outstanding community organizations, Circle of Care for Families & Children of Passaic County (Circle of Care), serving youth and families in Passaic County, and Masjid Mubarak, serving mainly the Nigerian community in Newark.
UPLIFT Academy’s Summer Math Camps for middle and high school students in Newark, Paterson, and neighboring communities have started. This annual program is taking place across four locations this summer — the UPLIFT Office, Masjid Fallahee, Masjid Mubarak, and Circle of Care.
Uplift Academy is thrilled to announce the launch of our Summer Math Camps for underserved students in Paterson, Newark, and neighboring towns. This free program offers an exciting opportunity for students to explore dynamic math lessons, participate in engaging activities, and enjoy complimentary lunches—all designed to boost their academic confidence and make the most of their summer break.
UPLIFT Academy’s College Path Mentorship (CPM) students visited Montclair State University for a meaningful and motivating college trip on Saturday, April 26. Students from four partner locations joined the visit, making this a truly collaborative and community-centered experience.
UPLIFT Academy’s annual Essay Bootcamp for high school juniors was a tremendous success, bringing together students from multiple partner sites for two days of focused writing, learning, and growth. Held on April 19–20, in partnership with SKY Academy at its Youth Center in Rochelle Park, the camp equipped juniors with the tools they need to craft compelling personal statements for their college applications.
On March 23, 2025, UPLIFT Academy’s College Path Mentorship (CPM) students put compassion into action through the annual Eid Smiles community service project. Working through our partner sites — Alaaka Association and Masjid Fallahee — mentees identified 30 children from low-income families to share in the joy of Eid.
We are incredibly proud of our College Path Mentorship (CPM) students at various locations for organizing a meaningful community service project – "Food Drive" in Ramadan. Our students took the initiative to identify families in need, reach out to them, and coordinate the distribution of essential food items. The packages were distributed on Saturday, March 8th, 2025.
As part of UPLIFT Academy’s College Path Mentorship (CPM) program, we regularly invite accomplished guest speakers to inspire, guide, and empower our high school students as they prepare for their college journeys. These talks provide students with first-hand insights into the college experience, strategies for success, and the motivation to pursue their goals with confidence.
