Harlem Academy

Exciting news! Harlem Academy was recently featured on WCBS | CBS New York. Reporter Jessi Mitchell stopped by to tour our new school building, interview students, and sit down for a chat with Head of School Vinny Dotoli. Check out the video here: https://buff.ly/39JXyLJ

This past year, a new class of sixth graders joined our expanding middle school and felt instantly welcome – including Jaime, who shared that Harlem Academy isn’t only more advanced than her old school; it’s more of a community too. As our school continues to grow, more promising students will have the opportunity to fulfill their potential and follow in the footsteps of Harlem Academy’s thriving alumni community, including our most recent graduates who are headed to Dalton, Kent, Lawrenceville, Spence, Trinity, Westover, and other top high schools. There is still time to make an impact before the fiscal year ends on June 30. In honor of our 20th year, please make a gift to help provide more scholarships as we expand enrollment again this fall. https://bit.ly/3VGiFTv

Congratulations to the class of 2024! We've watched our eighth graders grow from young students with promise to leaders who bring talent, determination, and character to all they do. Read more about our end-of-year traditions and see some of our favorite moments from graduation and the graduate dinner! http://bit.ly/4c991Q5 #graduation2024

Thank you to the volunteers from Sixth Street for spending time with our students picking out new books, making fun bookmarks, and playing at recess. They had a blast! You made the last few weeks of school even more special.

The middle school Shakespeare elective’s rendition of Much Ado About Nothing left the audience in awe! The joyous and humorous performance showcased our talented students’ deep understanding of the play and impressive acting skills. Thank you to Mr. Bell, Ms. Massie, Ms. Cooper '14, and Classical Theatre of Harlem for all you did to make the performance possible!

We couldn't be prouder of the class of 2024. This fall, they will be heading to top secondary schools where they will continue to grow academically, discover new interests, and contribute to their communities. Read more in our latest blog: https://bit.ly/3KvUcec

Last month, we welcomed Carol Sutton Lewis, founder of Ground Control Parenting, for an informative and inspiring conversation as part of our ongoing commitment to family partnership and sharing strategies to nurture excellence. Click here to read more: https://bit.ly/4c18Qpy

Today’s Personal Library Day was a blast! Thank you to the volunteers from Raith Capital Partners LLC - all of our primary students left smiling with a new book in hand!

We love to hear news from our alumni as they make their way in the world. Each of these students came to Harlem Academy with tremendous potential. Today, they are leveraging that education to make a difference. Your gift will provide critical support for our transformational program and help more future leaders have the opportunity to reach their fullest potential. Please make a gift to our Campaign for Today, Tomorrow, and the Future. https://bit.ly/3TMJjaa

Over the last month, our middle schoolers have been working in groups to design their own daylong field trip in New York City – and all of their hard work and planning paid off. On Friday, students explored the city’s different boroughs, visiting the Brooklyn Bridge, the World Trade Center, and other landmarks; browsing museum exhibits at the Brooklyn Museum, the Museum of the City of New York, and more; and even tasting their way through the Smorgasburg food market. Read more about our Explore New York program here: https://bit.ly/44PVwSu.