We’re here for a reason. I believe a bit of the reason is to throw little torches out to lead people through the dark.
— Whoopi Goldberg
Establishing a College Counseling Center
New York Academy held a workshop for college guidance counselors on May 12, 2018. The workshop took place online with teachers participating from about 1o different countries.
The main theme of the workshop was “Establishing a hybrid American school model for OVERSEAS schools.” Participants were also presented a sample college mentorship program for students from 6th through 11 grade.
Topics discussed on the workshop included:
– Establishing a college guidance department
– Implementing an honors & advance placement (ap) program
– Conducting official PSAT, SAT & SAT Subject tests regularly
– Becoming an SAT Exam Center (if possible)
– Investing in stem education
– After school clubs & athletics
-College mentorship program – 6th thru 11th grade
LATEST NEWS
Parent Meet & Greet Held at New Birth Church
UPLIFT Academy hosted a Parent Meet & Greet at New Birth Church in Paterson on Friday, November 14 at 7:00 PM, strengthening family engagement in our College Path Mentorship (CPM) program. Parents learned about the step-by-step path to college admission, the importance of early preparation, and the many free resources their children receive through CPM.
We Welcome New Birth Church as a New Partner
We are delighted to announce a new partnership with New Birth Church (Iglesia Nuevo Nacimiento) in Paterson, NJ — a vibrant, Spanish-speaking community deeply rooted in faith and family. Located at 316 Totowa Avenue, New Birth serves as a vital spiritual and social hub for Latino families in Paterson.
Celebrating Achievement: Certificate Ceremonies Mark Program Milestones
The close of the summer and the beginning of the fall semester were filled with excitement at UPLIFT Academy as we held multiple Certificate Ceremonies to honor the dedication and hard work of our students. These events recognized the successful completion of the College Path Mentorship (CPM) and Summer Math Camp programs.