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First Grade Inventors at Work
When asked how they might make life easier for others, Harlem Academy’s first graders didn’t hesitate to dream big.Read More -
Sixth Grade Book Club Takes Off
What started as one student reading to another at lunch soon grew into a student-led book club, with sixth graders gathering in their free time to explore books together.Read More -
A Landmark Commitment & Strong Accreditation Review
I’m proud to share that our entry commons has been dedicated as the J. Bruce Llewellyn Commons, honoring a Harlem-born entrepreneur and philanthropist whose life so clearly reflects our School Creed.Read More -
NYU Dean Inspires 8th Grade Researchers
Dr. Liz McHenry has a gift for making research feel less like an assignment and more like a mystery, with one clue leading to the next.Read More -
Inspiring Young Poets Take Center Stage
From identity and ancestry to faith, love, and growing up, poetry offers a beautiful window into our eighth graders’ inner lives. Listen to students’ original poems and click to explore the full anthology.Read More -
A Holiday Reflection from the Head of School + a slideshow
As we get ready to break for the holidays, I’ve been reflecting on what makes Harlem Academy so special. How it’s not just a school, but a tight-knit, extended family of students, families, faculty, alumni, and supporters who show up for one another in big and small ways every single day.Read More -
A Year of Achievement: Harlem Academy’s Annual Report
We’re proud to share our 2024-2025 Annual Report, which celebrates a year of growth, joyful learning, and transformational opportunity made possible by your partnership.Read More -
Taking Learning Outdoors
Each fall, Harlem Academy students trade city streets for forest trails. From a couple of hours in a beautiful garden to multi-day wilderness excursions, they explore nature, build confidence, and deepen their sense of community.Read More -
Meet Lamarc Wigfall: Dean of Co-Curricular Programs
Now in his seventh year at Harlem Academy, Lamarc Wigfall connects with everyone from students to parents to team members as dean of co-curricular programs. He’s at the very center of the school’s community – and it’s his favorite place to be.Read More -
Stepping Into Leadership
At our Blazer Ceremony, parents, fellow middle schoolers, and staff gathered to watch eighth graders proudly receive their blazers, marking their role as leaders in our community.Read More -
Opening Day & Our First Full House
Yesterday marked Harlem Academy’s 22nd opening day. It was a start unlike any other, with 212 eager students walking through our doors. That’s twice as many as when we moved to our new home in December 2021 and the full capacity of our current building.Read More -
Graduate Spotlight: Lexis Lokko '17
Lexis Lokko, a recent Tufts graduate, is striving to make a difference in people’s lives. “I realized that I can have a bigger impact than I thought.”Read More -
Congratulations, Class of 2025!
Read MoreWe close the school's 21st year with immense pride in the students from the Class of 2025, who celebrated their graduation yesterday. They have been outstanding role models for younger students and lived the School Creed in inspiring ways. I have no doubt that they will take all they’ve learned to succeed at the top secondary schools they have chosen to attend. -
Strong Bodies, Strong Minds
At Harlem Academy, physical education is about more than fitness. It’s a chance to build confidence, teamwork, and perseverance – both on and off the field.Read More -
Next Stop, UPenn
Ask Riverdale senior Micaela Gonzalez '21 what is most important to her, and she’ll say service. “I’ve always had a passion for giving back to my community.” It’s the reason she will study nursing when she heads to University of Pennsylvania this fall.Read More -
Next Stop, Deerfield
Eighth grader Rabi ’25 was on his way to school when he found out that he’d been accepted to Deerfield Academy. He immediately called his mother to tell her the good news.Read More -
Harlem Academy's Literary Speaker Series
In recent weeks, we welcomed two inspiring leaders to Harlem Academy as part of our Literary Speaker Series: Tony and Grammy Award-winning performer and bestselling author Leslie Odom Jr. and National Book Award-winning author and historian Dr. Ibram X. Kendi.Read More -
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Congratulations, Harlem Academy Chess Team
Harlem Academy’s chess team has been gaining momentum – and racking up an impressive collection of trophies and medals along the way.Read More -
Alumni Panelists Share Their Wisdom
Read MoreEarlier this year, we held an event to help guide young alumni on their career paths. On Monday, we had the pleasure of turning the tables and welcoming a panel of alumni to share their wisdom with current students and their families.
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655 St. Nicholas Avenue
New York, NY, 10030
P (212) 348-2600
F (212) 348-3500
info@harlemacademy.org
Make a Tuition Payment
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Harlem Academy is an independent school (grades K-8) that drives equity of opportunity for promising students, guiding them to thrive at the highest academic levels and one day make a mark on the world.