Young Achievers Science and Math Pilot K-8

School Highlights:

• A pilot school with a special focus on math and science taught in project-based units
• Extended school day that embeds art, music, technology and physical education into the curriculum
• Small classes of 18 students, with a teacher and a paraprofessional
• Inclusive special education program
• Enrichment programming for advanced learners
• Parent participation in school governance, on hiring committees, and organizing school events
• Home visits to each new kindergarten and first grade family before school starts
• Before school and after school programs
• Homework help and tutoring 4:30–6:00 pm
• Saturday Academy for specialized tutoring
• School partners: Boston Nature Center, Children’s Hospital, Dudley St. Neighborhood Initiative, Forest Hills Educational Trust, Full Service Schools Roundtable, Museum of Fine Arts, Home for Little Wanderers, Price Waterhouse Coopers, and ReadBoston.