Inwood Academy for Leadership Charter School

At Inwood Academy, we believe in celebrating the people who make our mission possible. As we returned from break for Professional Development Day, our Site Directors recognized staff through our Belong. Grow. Lead. awards across campuses. Congratulations to our High School award recipients — thank you for demonstrating excellence, leadership, and commitment to our students. #InwoodAcademy #BelongGrowLead #EducationMatters #SchoolCulture #LeadershipInEducation #StaffSpotlight #WeAreIAL

As we welcome the New Year, we reflect with gratitude and look ahead with optimism. ✨ Thank you to our incredible students, families, staff, and partners for making our school community strong. Here’s to a year filled with learning, growth, and leadership. #HappyNewYear #Grateful #Education #CommunityImpact

As we celebrate this season, we are grateful for our dedicated students, families, educators, and partners who make our community thrive. May your holiday be filled with joy, rest, and meaningful moments with loved ones. Wishing you a wonderful Christmas and a bright New Year ahead. #MerryChristmas #InwoodAcademy #BelongGrowLead #EducationCommunity

Since 2018, we’ve served high school students through a strong model grounded in high expectations, meaningful relationships, and leadership development. The impact of that work is clear: a 93% high school graduation rate, consistently exceeding our District, NYC, and New York State averages. We are building a team of educators and professionals who believe in continuous growth, collaboration, and doing what’s best for students and families. If you’re committed to equity, excellence, and leadership at every level, there’s a place for you here. 👉 Explore career opportunities and apply to join our team. inwoodacademy.org/careers

💬 “Our priority is ensuring that every student and family feels a strong sense of belonging. From there, we nurture their growth and empower them to become leaders in their community and beyond.” At Inwood Academy for Leadership Charter School, belonging isn’t just a value — it’s a lived practice. Dean of Student Intervention Services, Giselle Tejada, has spent more than a decade strengthening systems of support for multilingual learners and students with disabilities. From creating scaffolding and rigor guides to launching bilingual family newsletters and IEP resources, her work ensures that both teachers and families have the tools they need to help students thrive. In this conversation with our own Rene Minnocci, Giselle shares how Inwood Academy’s “Belong, Grow, Lead” mission comes to life through intentional collaboration, clear communication, and a deep belief in community. Read the full story: https://lnkd.in/e3mV874P

Leadership develops when students serve with purpose. 💙 Our High School Trailblazers partnered with our Family & Community Engagement team to prepare for the IAL Boutique & Toy Giveaway Event, strengthening empathy, responsibility, and leadership skills that support college readiness and lifelong impact. This is how we empower students to become agents for change through community-focused leadership and character development.

Yes, the word Leadership is in our school name. But we don't just teach leadership — it's something our graduates live. Pictured here are Alumni Maria (Class of 2019) and Alumni Jasmin (Class of 2020), two exceptional leaders reviewing systems and strengthening the very school that shaped them. They are part of the 15+ alumni who now work across our organization — serving in administration, operations, assistant teaching, athletics, coaching, and event support. Their return is a powerful testament to a school culture rooted in belonging, purpose, and community impact. We’re also immensely proud of our College & Career Readiness program, which ensures every student has a strong postsecondary support system. From career exploration to alumni mentoring, our team prepares students to thrive beyond high school and become leaders in the world. When students experience an environment where they are valued, challenged, and supported, they grow into adults who lead with heart and often come back to invest in the next generation. We’re proud of our alumni and the legacy they continue to build at Inwood Academy. #LeadershipInAction #AlumniSuccess #CollegeAndCareerReadiness #CareerPathways #EducationLeadership #CharterSchools #K12Education #StudentSuccess

🎉 We’re 40% of the way to our Giving Tuesday goal! 🎉 We are so grateful for the incredible support we’ve received so far — thank you to everyone who has donated, shared, and championed our mission. 💙 Your generosity is bringing us closer to giving our Trailblazers an unforgettable opportunity to walk through history in Washington, D.C. These experiential learning trips help students connect what they learn in the classroom to the world around them — and that changes everything. Let’s keep the momentum going! 📣 Help us spread the word so we can reach our $2,500 goal today! Together, we can bring history to life for every student. 👉 Donate & share: https://lnkd.in/e_QtGwzR #GivingTuesday #BelongGrowLead #InwoodAcademy #BringHistoryToLife #Trailblazers #EducationMatters #CommunityStrong

Tomorrow is Giving Tuesday, and Inwood Academy for Leadership is inviting our community to help bring history to life for our students. We are raising funds to support experiential learning trips to places like Gettysburg, Washington, D.C., and Philadelphia — experiences that help students connect what they learn in class to the world around them. Our students are already demonstrating what’s possible: -62% of 1st graders grew two grade levels in math -82% of 8th graders passed Algebra I Regents; half passed two Regents before high school -Our high school graduation rate averages 93%, outpacing NYC, District, and State averages These trips deepen understanding, build confidence, and help our Trailblazers see themselves as part of a larger story. If you believe in educational equity and meaningful learning, we invite you to join us tomorrow: https://lnkd.in/e_QtGwzR

This Thanksgiving, we pause with deep gratitude for the people who make our mission come alive. To our families—thank you for your trust. To our dedicated staff—thank you for leading with heart. To our community partners and supporters—thank you for standing beside our Trailblazers. Because of you, Inwood Academy continues to empower students to become agents for change through community-focused leadership, character development, and college preparedness. Wishing you a warm and restorative Thanksgiving. 🦃💙