Knowledge is power. Information is liberating. Education is the premise of progress, in every society, in every family.
– Kofi Annan
College Path Mentorship
– Mentoring for Academic and Personal Development –
We are proud to announce our new project for the youth: College Path Mentorship (CPM) Program
Our free-of-charge College Path Mentorship Program aims to increase college attainment rates by students from low education-level and high poverty areas of New Jersey. CPM, by providing free and quality college preparation, expands access to educational experiences to these students who are otherwise least likely to get college education.
We believe that students regardless of their socioeconomic background within a cooperative, collaborative and supportive academic and social environment will excel at academics while fulfilling their intellectual, mental and social potential. The CPM provides a unique opportunity for the students by committing long term mentor-mentee relationships, which will not only enhance the student’s probability of admission into four year colleges but also help them for a successful transition from high school to college.
The program offers quality, well-rounded educational experiences by equipping mentees with not only academic, but also social skills needed for college success. Strong academic support is offered to high school students by their college mentors who assist them weekly with essay writing, resume building, SAT/ACT testing, and grade management. Mentees in this project will also receive support to pursue or discover their career interests and aspirations, begin researching colleges to pursue their goals, and encourage and define themselves as college bound students.
The program targets students who are enrolled in free or reduced lunch programs in their schools.
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.



