We wrapped up the last day of school before winter break by sending our students off in the most joyful way—with snow and bubbles filling the air, smiles all around, and our team members leading a parranda that our aspirantes absolutely enjoyed! ☃️🫧🎶
A special thank you to Pastor Keith for providing the snow machine that helped make the day extra magical for our students. ❄️✨
We hope our students and families enjoy a safe, restful, and happy winter break. We can’t wait to welcome everyone back in 2026, refreshed and ready for a new year of learning and fun. See you soon! 💙
#WinterBreak #LastDayOfSchool #SeeYouIn2026 #ASPIRACommunity #Parranda #HolidayCheerASPIRACommunity
Bring the family to take pictures with Santa 🎅, enjoy the festive atmosphere, and shop from local vendors for unique holiday gifts.
On Friday, students had the opportunity to visit the Pop-Up Grocery Shop, where their donations were delivered. The organizer from the Newark Area Welfare Committee welcomed the students, provided a tour of the space, and invited them to help sort the food donated by ASPIRA Charter High School (ACHS) students and families.
This hands-on experience gave students a deeper understanding of community service, leadership, and the importance of giving back. We are incredibly proud of their commitment and compassion in action.
#GlobalLeadership #StudentLeaders #CommunityService #GivingBack #ServiceLearning #ASPIRAPride #LeadershipInAction #CommunityStrong #MakingAnImpact #YouthLeadership
ASPIRA Community, please help us determine ASPIRA’s next Teacher of the Year and Educational Support Professional of the Year! - It's time to submit your nominations now through January 6, 2026. You can nominate as many teachers and/or team members as you'd like. Younger students can have a family member help them with the form. Every single team member nominated will receive recognition and the satisfaction that comes from knowing their talent and commitment have been recognized by a parent, student, colleague or community member. One teacher and team member will be selected for this prestigious honor and he/she will compete to become the Delaware Charter School Network (DCSN) Teacher of the Year.
The links to the nomination forms are below.
TOY Nominations English: https://forms.gle/AaXi5Qpgrb6CsF1u6
TOY Nominations Spanish: https://forms.gle/PPKk1x2NkBZaDTwy6
ESPY Nominations English: https://forms.gle/Vkk1NMKERy2UfRs29 ESPY Nominations Spanish: https://forms.gle/DZYxFycL18RWo55N8
2 Hour Delay for Grades K-12. Regular schedule for AVA.
#Chanukah #FestivalOfLights #ChagSameach
Delaware is gaining real momentum toward a fair and sustainable public school funding system. With the Public Education Funding Commission’ (OEFC) recent recommendations sparking critical conversations about equalization, reassessment, and local funding, student voices are more important than ever. Our Aspirantes are learning, leading, and helping shape the future of education in Delaware. 💙🏫 #EquityInEducation #StudentVoices #DelawareSchools #VisionCoalition
🎉🐺 **Howl Out, ASPIRA Wolfpack!** 🐺🎉
Thank you to everyone who joined us at the **Special Olympics Reindeer Run & Romp 2025** in Newark! We showed up 25 runners and rompers strong - including team members & Aspirantes — rocking our sashes to celebrate our **15th Anniversary *Quinceañera*** 💖✨
The ACHS Cheer Team gave an amazing performance! Families ran together, cheered together, and helped us **surpass our fundraising goal** together. What an incredible night!
🏆 Huge congrats to our very own Kevin Hudson and his son who BOTH placed 1st in their age groups! Howl Out to Maz for making it happen - this tradition is officially locked in — see you next year, because the **Wolfpack ALWAYS Runs & Romps!** 🏃♂️🦌
#ASPIRAWolfpack #ReindeerRun2025 #Quinceañera15 #RunAndRomp #SpecialOlympicsDE #CommunityStrong
Today, we celebrate the power of generosity and the incredible impact our community makes when we come together. At ASPIRA Academy, every act of giving—big or small—helps us create meaningful learning experiences, support our students’ dreams, and strengthen the vibrant school community we’re so proud of. 💙✨
Whether you share your time, your voice, or a donation, your support helps us continue our mission of empowering students to learn, lead, and succeed.
🙌 Thank you for believing in our students and in the future we’re building together!
💛 If you’d like to contribute this Giving Tuesday, please visit our donation page: https://go.delaware.gov/apps/s/department-of-education/las-americas-aspira-academy
#GivingTuesday #ASPIREWithAspira #StrongerTogether #CommunityLove #SupportOurStudents #EveryGiftMatters
Today, we pause to reflect on all that we’re grateful for — and at the top of that list is our amazing ASPIRA community. Our students, families, and staff bring so much heart, dedication, and joy to our school every single day.
Thank you for the countless ways you support one another, uplift our school, and help create a place where everyone belongs and thrives.
Wishing you a warm, joyful, and restful Thanksgiving Day filled with love, laughter, and connection. 🧡
We look forward to seeing our students back in school on Monday, December 1st!
From our ASPIRA family to yours — Happy Thanksgiving!
#ASPIRAAcademy #ThanksgivingDay #Gratitude #CommunityStrong #ThankfulForYou
🍁🎃 We had a blast at our Fall Parade! 🎃🍁
Our students, families and team members, truly got into the spirit — showing off their creative costumes and big smiles! Elementary students enjoyed parading around and collecting candy, and our AVA students joined in on the fun too. It was a wonderful day of celebration, community, and fall cheer! 💛🧡
#FallParade #ASPIRASpirit #FamilyFun
Last week, our Culture &Climate assemblies were filled with energy and excitement as Coco Flamenco visited our school! Miss Coco Flamenco led our students on an interactive journey to Spain, 500 years ago—exploring the origins of Flamenco during a time when bullied immigrants were forced to hide in caves, and powerful rhythms of resilience were born.
Students laughed, learned, and connected as they discovered how Flamenco expresses and transforms emotions into strength and joy. Through music, movement, and storytelling, Coco Flamenco brought history and culture to life in a way our students won’t soon forget.
A huge thank you to @misscocoflamenco for an inspiring and high-energy experience! 💫
#ASPIRAAcademy #MissCocoFlamenco #ArtsInEducation #CulturalConnections #LearningThroughArts #StudentEngagement
We were thrilled to welcome Cherry Mo, Caldecott Honor–winning author-illustrator of Home in a Lunchbox, to our school today! Cherry shared how her own journey — growing up in Hong Kong, moving to the U.S. at age ten, and finding “home” in new places — inspires her storytelling and artwork.
Cherry captivated our students with her warm storytelling and encouraged them to embrace their imagination, follow their curiosity, and share their own stories with confidence. Her message of finding home — whether through food, community, or self-reflection — truly resonated with our students.
A huge thank you to Cherry Mo for sparking a love of reading, art, and creativity in our young learners. Her creativity, vulnerability, and kindness inspired everyone to see the power within their own stories. 💛✏️📖
#CherryMo #AuthorVisit #HomeInALunchbox #ASPIRA #Aspirantes#ReadersAreLeaders #InspiringYoungMinds #LoveOfReading #CreativityInTheClassroom #FutureAuthors #SchoolCommunity #PictureBooks
🌟 Celebrating Our ASPIRA Charter High School Scholars in Action! 🌟
Our students showcased leadership, critical thinking, and community engagement across several powerful learning experiences!
🕊️ Anti-Defamation League Leadership Conference
Students attended the annual ADL Leadership Conference, where keynote speaker Pastor Carl inspired everyone by sharing how friendship and allyship go hand in hand. Our students left energized and ready to lead with kindness and purpose.
🖼️ Sociology in the Real World
Our Sociology class took learning beyond the classroom during their visit to the Delaware Art Museum’s exhibition on Race. Students applied concepts from our culture unit to analyze how race and identity are portrayed in America—making meaningful connections to their academic work.
🌍 ASPIRA Leadership Conference (Grades 8–10)
We’re incredibly proud of our Global Leadership Year 3 ASPIRA students who partnered with UD Leadership Seniors to host an engaging Leadership Conference for grades 8–10! Younger Aspirantes explored communication, confidence, and adaptability through fun, interactive sessions—truly building the next generation of leaders.
💙✨ From leadership to cultural exploration, our students continue to shine. Keep rising, Aspirantes!
#AspirantesLead #AspiraProud #StudentLeaders #FutureChangeMakers #SociologyInAction #RealWorldLearning #DelawareArtMuseum #YouthEmpowerment #GlobalLeadership #UDPartners #AspiraStrong #BuildingAllies # #CulturesAndCommunities #HighSchoolHighlights
On Wednesday, November 12th, our amazing School Counselors led a powerful Chalk The Walk event! 💙💛
Students filled the sidewalks around ASPIRA with positive messages, uplifting artwork, and words of kindness to show that our school is a safe, welcoming place for ALL. 🌈✨
We’re so proud of our students for standing together and spreading positivity! 💪💬
#ASPIRAFuerte #UnityDay #EndBullying #KindnessCounts
School will be closed on Tuesday, November 11 as we honor Veterans Day.
We take this day to honor and thank all the brave men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Their courage, dedication, and sacrifice protect the freedoms we enjoy every day.
We also want to recognize our amazing team members who have served — thank you for your commitment and service to our country and our school community.
To our veterans in the community and across the nation — thank you for your service. ❤️💙
We look forward to welcoming students back on Wednesday!
Last week, the ACHS Counseling Team hosted a College & Career Fair as part of our Launch Into Your Future Initiative—and it was a huge success!
Students visited each table to learn about colleges, career pathways, military options, and trade programs. Along the way, they played an interactive BINGO game for a chance to win raffle prizes. 🔍✅
🎉 Congratulations to the 22 seniors who won prizes!
Every student who participated took another important step toward planning for their future. We are so proud of their curiosity, excitement, and readiness for what comes next!
#LaunchIntoYourFuture #CollegeAndCareerReady #ACHS #StudentSuccess #FutureStartsNow
📹🎙️ Future Journalists in the Making!
Our 7th grade Digital Media Aspirantes are learning the art of storytelling!
This week, they put their reporting skills to the test by interviewing Head of School, Sr. Avilés, and Athletic Director, Sra. Minutola for their school news report project. From planning questions to working the camera and mic, these students are gaining real-world media experience—and having fun doing it!
We can’t wait to see their final news reports! 🎥✨
#DigitalMedia #StudentVoice #FutureStorytellers #ACHS #RealWorldLearning
This year’s theme is “Find Your Path,” celebrating how school psychologists help students discover their strengths and navigate challenges on their journey to success.
School psychologists play a vital role in creating safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environments where all students can thrive.
We’re especially grateful for our incredible school psychologists, Ms. Peterson and Ms. Cooley, whose dedication and compassion make a lasting difference for our students every day. 🐺💫
#SchoolPsychWeek #FindYourPath #ASPIRAPride #ThankYouPsychologists
