Recently, a group of 10 enthusiastic students from the Excel program at Achieve Academy of Harrisburg had the exciting opportunity to visit Morgan State University in Baltimore, Maryland. This educational trip was designed to provide students with a firsthand look at college life, expose them to new academic environments, and help them envision their futures in higher education. While on campus, students explored several key areas of the HBCU, including academic buildings where they learned about various undergraduate programs and departments. They also toured student housing facilities, to get a sense of residential life at Morgan State, [...]

Students and staff from the Achieve Academy of Harrisburg recently had the exciting opportunity to visit the Turkey Hill Experience in Lancaster County, an interactive attraction where guests can learn about ice cream making and sample products. They enjoyed unlimited samples of iced tea, lemonade and 15 flavors of ice cream, all while learning about the brand’s history. For some students, this was their first ever field trip, making the experience even more memorable. “The students and staff had a [...]

The Achieve Academy of Harrisburg recently hosted its annual College and Career Fair, organized by School Counselor Kristina Ward and Team Lead Tony Ballon. The event brought together local businesses and educational institutions to provide students with insights into a variety of post-secondary paths. Fair Exhibitors and Participants Fair exhibitors included: Barber and Beauty Academy of PA, Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology, Empire Beauty School, Harrisburg University of Science and Technology, Harrisburg Area Community College (HACC), Harrisburg Bureau of Police/CSA, NAVY recruiters, [...]