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Achieve Academy of Philadelphia

Achieve Academy of Philadelphia helps students get back on track. Our transitional program serves middle and high school students who’ve faced behavior challenges in a traditional school environment. With a structured, supportive environment focused on academics, behavior, and personal growth, your student can build the skills and confidence needed to return to their home school and thrive.

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School Info

Address

1435 North 26th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19121

Hours
Mon – Fri 7:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.

Grades
6-12

Phone
1-215-684-5080

District
Philadelphia School District

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Achieve Academy helps students reset and refocus. We support middle and high school students referred by the School District of Philadelphia due to behavioral challenges. Our structured environment is designed to meet each student where they are, providing consistent support and clear expectations.

Focused on academic growth, pro-social behavior, and emotional wellness our transitional program helps students succeed in school—and in life. We work closely with students and families to set clear goals for attendance, conduct, and coursework.

With the right strategies and supports, students can return to their home schools ready to engage and achieve. Our support continues after their transition back to their home school with consistent check-ins to ensure long-term success.

Whether your student needs short-term support or a fresh start, Achieve Academy provides the tools, structure, and encouragement to help them take the next step forward with confidence.

Related services offered at this school include counseling services, speech-language therapy, sports and recreation, student government, and transition and life skills program, tailored to student needs.

Discover What Sets Achieve Academy of Philadelphia Apart

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Our Learning Pathways

  • Transitional: Re-engagement and Rebuilding

    Transitional: Re-engagement and Rebuilding

    Students We Serve

    • Students removed from traditional settings due to behavioral or disciplinary challenges

    • Learners behind in coursework or credits who need targeted academic support

    • Students who show leadership potential but struggle with self-management and school engagement

    • Those preparing to return to a less restrictive setting with improved academic and behavioral readiness

    Alternative Education Student Profiles
  • Academic and Behavioral Support

    Academic and Behavioral Support

    We cultivate learning environments where instruction aligns with industry standards and district-specific curriculum requirements and ongoing support encourages prosocial behavior inside and outside the classroom.

  • Graduation and Postsecondary Readiness

    Graduation and Postsecondary Readiness

    No matter where a student’s unique learning journey leads, SESI helps prepare them for the next step—whether that’s graduation, vocational school, or job training.

  • Individualized Student Support

    Individualized Student Support

    We are passionate about fostering all facets of growth—academic, behavioral, and emotional—ensuring students are nurtured as a whole person and develop the skills they need to achieve rewarding futures.

  • Successful Transitions

    Successful Transitions

    Whether students are transitioning to a less restrictive environment, progressing toward graduation, or earning a certificate of completion, we help ensure they receive the individualized guidance and support they need to reach their full potential.

Meet Our Team

With deep experience and dedication to helping all students discover their full potential, our leaders provide an unwavering commitment to supporting our teachers, therapists, and other staff while fostering relationships with families and district partners.

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  • Having grown up in Philadelphia, Greg takes the opportunity to positively shape at-risk youth in the city very seriously. His role as the director of Achieve Academy of Philadelphia provides him with the fulfillment of knowing he is integral in shaping the future success of students who may have lost their way at some point.

    Greg has 21 years of experience in education, and has a Bachelor of Science in Economics from Lafayette College, where he played Division 1 basketball. In 2007, he began working as a behavior counselor, and over the years advanced to becoming a director in 2017. His experiences have allowed him to grow into a well-rounded program leader with valuable knowledge and experience from multiple levels of the program.

What People Are Saying

Across our schools and programs, we’re proud to partner with families, educators, and district leaders to support student success. Hear firsthand how our collaborative approach, experienced staff, and commitment to individualized education are making a lasting impact in classrooms and communities.

  • I love the staff and how they work with my child!

    Ebony T.
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Events & Stories

  • School Events and Stories

    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…
    June 3, 2025
  • School Events and Stories

    Philly youth program teaches conflict resolution, violence prevention
    The classroom walls inside Achieve Academy East are papered with diagrams, but not of a topic you’d expect.
    November 29, 2023
  • School Events and Stories

    Talk, not fists: Philadelphia students with discipline issues learn how to defuse conflict
    Luis Rios used to have one way to react when he felt he was being dissed: with his fists.
    November 29, 2023

Resources

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    SPECIALIZED EDUCATION SERVICES, INC. ANNOUNCES 2025 TEACHER AND STAFF OF THE YEAR WINNERS
    Fourth annual awards program celebrates team members’ dedication to students in special and alternative education settings PHILADELPHIA, May 29, 2025…
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    Small Change, Big Impact: How Buehrle Students Turned Pennies into Possibility for Autism Awareness Month
    Every month, students at Buehrle Academy take on a new challenge not for grades, but for good. Students are invited to participate…

FAQ’s

  • SESI schools serve students with a wide range of special education needs, including emotional, behavioral, developmental, and learning challenges. We support students who need a more structured, individualized educational environment to succeed. Our schools are designed to help K–12 students with IEPs (Individualized Education Programs) reach their academic, social, and emotional goals through personalized instruction, positive behavior supports, and a safe, supportive setting.

  • Parents can expect a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment where their child’s individual needs are understood and addressed. SESI schools partner closely with families and school districts to provide customized academic instruction, behavior support, and related services. Regular communication, goal setting, and progress monitoring ensure that families stay informed and engaged in their child’s success.

  • The next step is to contact us to schedule a tour of our school. This will give you the opportunity to meet our team, explore our facilities, and learn more about how we can support your child.

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