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Celebrating a Graduation Once Thought Out of Reach

For many students at our accelerated high schools in Philadelphia, graduating once felt out of reach because of circumstances that made it hard to stay on track. But on June 9, that goal became a reality. Students from Excel Academies of Philadelphia campuses (North, South, and Central), Achieve Academy of Philadelphia, Achieve Academy of Philadelphia East Campus, and Philadelphia Continuation Academy gathered at the Temple Performing Arts Center for their graduation ceremony. Dr. Shakeera Warthen-Canty, assistant superintendent for the School District of [...]

Celebrating a Graduation Once Thought Out of Reach2025-06-12T16:33:35-04:00

May Day Event 2025

Staff and students from the Excel, Achieve, and Continuation Academies in Philadelphia wrapped up the school year with the annual May Day celebration on May 23. Held at the picturesque Lemon Hill Picnic Area in Fairmount Park, the event gave students a well-deserved break from the classroom and a chance to enjoy a day in the fresh air. Available activities included baseball, basketball, a zip line, climbing wall, and bounce houses. New this year was a 360 photo booth that gave students a way to capture memories from the day. A DJ kept the energy high and students were also [...]

May Day Event 20252025-06-03T17:47:44-04:00

Achieve Academy Students Share the Joy of Reading with Young Learners

In celebration of National Reading Month, Achieve Academy of Philadelphia - East Campus students Ajai Stafford (dressed as Thing 1) and Mike Murray (dressed as Sam I Am) visited Crossroads Academy at Hunting Park to read to third graders. One of the books they shared was Dr. Seuss’ Green Eggs and Ham. March is designated as National Reading Month in honor of Dr. Seuss’ birthday and serves as a time to inspire Americans of all ages to read every day. The students enjoyed coming together to celebrate the joy of reading and promote the importance of reading. [...]

Achieve Academy Students Share the Joy of Reading with Young Learners2025-04-02T10:49:55-04:00

Achieve Academy East on The Jennifer Hudson Show

We’re beyond proud of Stanley Alston, Team Lead, and Tiffany Davis, Teacher, for representing Achieve Academy East on The Jennifer Hudson Show! Stanley Alston, Team Lead, and Tiffany Davis, Teacher, from Achieve Academy East in Philadelphia were invited to appear on The Jennifer Hudson Show. While on the show, Stanley and Tiffany discussed their inspiring work at Achieve Academy East and said the celebrations boost confidence and self-esteem for student. While this segment represents the work of Stanley, Tiffany and their many teammates at Achieve Academy East ,  it is also [...]

Achieve Academy East on The Jennifer Hudson Show2025-02-21T12:20:07-05:00

Talk, not fists: Philadelphia students with discipline issues learn how to defuse conflict

Between our 90 standalone day schools and 90-plus In-District Classroom partnerships across 17 states, SESI serves nearly 8,000 special education students every year—many of whom have been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Talk, not fists: Philadelphia students with discipline issues learn how to defuse conflict2023-11-29T15:17:01-05:00

May Day in the Park for Philadelphia Students

Staff and students from several Specialized Education Services, Inc.(SESI) schools in Philadelphia didn’t let the date deter them from celebrating May Day on June 3. The annual event, held in the Lemon Hill Picnic Area of Fairmount Park, brought together students from the Achieve Academies of Philadelphia, Excel Academy North, Excel Middle Years Academy, and Stetson Academy. May Day started in 2013 as a one-school event and grew into the multi-school celebration it is today. Held a little later this year due to park availability, the event served as a large-scale end of the year celebration. May Day provides students [...]

May Day in the Park for Philadelphia Students2022-07-19T10:09:57-04:00

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