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Excel Joins Philadelphia Back-to-School Event

Excel Middle Years Academy joined community partners for a Philadelphia back-to-school event supporting Parkside and West Philadelphia families with supplies, resources and information.

Excel Middle Years Academy Graduate Earns Top Honors

Excel Middle Years Academy Graduate Recognized for Excellence Finishing eighth grade at the top of her class, Nathlica closed out…

Excel Middle Years Academy Alumna Graduates as YESPhilly Valedictorian

Lashay R., a former Excel Middle Years Academy (EMYA) student, recently graduated from YESPhilly as valedictorian of her high school…

• Philadelphia Schools

Final Word Campaign Connects Students with Philadelphia Sports Marketing Professional

With the school year winding down, students at Excel Middle Years Academy had the opportunity to hear from a professional…

Spirit of Philadelphia Hosts Eighth Grade Luncheon Celebration

A Memorable Day on the Spirit of Philadelphia This year, eighth graders at Excel Middle Years Academy enjoyed a change…

• Philadelphia Schools

2026 Annual Signing Day Celebration at Excel Middle Years Academy

Excel Middle Years Academy recently celebrated a cherished highlight of the school year by recognizing eighth graders during the annual…

College Tour Experience for Excel Students at Delaware State University

Excel Students Visit Delaware State University Students from Excel Middle Years Academy recently took part in an inspiring college tour…

Excel Middle Years Academy Hosts Black History Month Roots & Rhythms Challenge

Excel Middle Years Academy Celebrates Black History Month Excel Middle Years Academy observed Black History Month with its annual Roots…

Philadelphia SESI Employees Honored with 2025 Lenny Learning Mental Health Leadership Award

Philadelphia SESI Employees Recognized with the 2025 Mental Health Leadership Award Esteemed Specialized Education Services, Inc. student service coordinators, Aatiqah…

• Philadelphia Schools

Girls Matter Support Group Celebrates Self-Care and Confidence

Introducing the EMYA Girls Matter Support Group Excel Middle Years Academy recently hosted a special gathering for its newly formed…

Excel Middle Years Academy Takes a Stand Against Bullying

Excel Bullying Prevention at National Stop Bullying Day Excel Middle Years Academy recently observed National Stop Bullying Day, part of…

How Excel Academy Brings Project-Based Learning in Chicago

Excel Academy Project-Based Learning Journey This summer, three educators from across Excel Academy Roseland and Excel Academy South Shore, both part of the…

• Chicago Schools

Philadelphia School Leaders Selected for Instructional Leadership Academy

Opportunity Network Leaders Recognized in Instructional Leadership Academy Cohort 3 Philadelphia education leaders Jaleeca Jacobs, principal of Excel Middle Years…