At just 18, Aajee Muhammad-Russum is a powerful example of perseverance, leadership, and heart. A senior at Excel Academy North, Muhammad-Russum will attend Howard University this fall, supported by a merit-based scholarship that opened doors once thought closed. She is the first in her family to attend college and she’s doing it with purpose. “This is really important to me and for my mom and my sisters. We didn’t start at this point. We didn’t have help, and I just want to give them what we never had.” The oldest of six sisters she takes her role seriously. Raised by [...]

In celebration of Women’s History Month, a time to honor women’s contributions to society, Excel Academy North students participated in engaging activities including a door decorating contest. Throughout March they learned fascinating facts about women’s history in America such as: Title IXwas passed on March 1, 1972 Women account for 60%of college graduates today Women make up 27%of Congress Until 1974, Women couldn’t get credit cardsin their own names without a male co-signer They also explored the achievements of notable women, including: Junko Tabei, the first woman to summit Mt. Everest Jane Addams, the first woman to win the Nobel Peace [...]