Achieve: Multi‑Year Academic Enrichment & College Access

HEAF Achieve supports students from middle school through college with rigorous academic enrichment, social‑emotional learning, leadership development, and individualized advising.

Achieve provides intensive, multi‑year academic enrichment, individualized advising, social‑emotional learning, and college access support for students in grades 6–12, with continued guidance through college. Students engage in after‑school and summer programming that builds skills, confidence, leadership, and readiness for postsecondary success.

Middle School (Grades 6–8)

Students begin their path toward college by building strong academic foundations and social‑emotional skills. Programming includes:

  • Academic enrichment & tutoring
  • Social‑emotional learning
  • Cultural identity & pride
  • Creative expression
  • Leadership development
  • Preparation for competitive high school admissions
  • Summer Quest: four‑week academic, wellness, and cultural enrichment program

High School (Grades 9–11)

Students deepen academic skills, explore careers, and build college readiness.

Academic Support

  • One‑on‑one tutoring
  • Wellness check‑ins
  • Study skills & academic coaching

College Prep

  • College visits & tours
  • SAT prep
  • Workshops & seminars

Career Development

  • Exposure to a variety of careers
  • First‑hand experience through corporate partners

Cultural Exposure

  • Learning for social & global impact
  • Domestic and international travel opportunities

 

Students at Hunter College

Senior Year & College Transition (Grade 12+)

College & Financial Aid (Fall)

  • College applications
  • FAFSA & financial aid support
  • Understanding college life and expectations

Independent Living Series (Spring)

  • Budgeting, time management, communication
  • Social & civic awareness
  • Preparing for the transition to campus

College Persistence

  • Ongoing advising
  • Check‑ins and support through graduation

Community Wellness & SEL

Wellness Support

  • Wellness check‑ins
  • Student & family counseling
  • Case management & referrals
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SEL Development

  • Emotional intelligence
  • Self‑care practices
  • Community care

Leadership & Ambassador Program

  • 10th–12th graders
  • Peer mentoring
  • Student‑driven service projects