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
UPLIFT Supports Students Through Back-to-School Supply Distributions
In late August 2026, UPLIFT Academy distributed back-to-school supplies to students and families at five community partner locations: Alaaka Association, Masjid Fallahee, Masjid Mubarak, Masjid Muhammad, and Seminary Baptist Church. The backpacks were generously sponsored by Embrace Relief and the Turkish Cultural Center, helping students begin the new school year with essential supplies.
Summer Math Camp Students Celebrate Achievements at Certificate Ceremonies
UPLIFT Academy celebrated the completion of its 2026 Summer Math Camp programs with certificate ceremonies held for students across multiple locations. Each ceremony recognized students who completed an intensive two-week summer program that provided approximately 40 hours of math instruction. In addition to receiving certificates, students were also awarded Amazon gift cards in recognition of their hard work and achievement.
UPLIFT Academy’s 2026–27 Programs Begin October 17
UPLIFT Academy’s 2026–27 academic-year programs will begin on Saturday, October 17, bringing expanded academic support to students across three locations in Newark and Paterson. This year, programs will be offered at the UPLIFT Academy Learning Center in Newark, Seminary Baptist Church in Paterson, and New Birth Church (Iglesia Nuevo Nacimiento) in Paterson.