HARLEM VILLAGE ACADEMY EAST CHARTER SCHOOL

Harlem Village Academy Leadership Charter School, located at 2351 1st Avenue in East Harlem, is part of the Harlem Village Academies (HVA) network. The school is built on a mission to provide a high-quality, college-preparatory education to students in grades 6 through 12. HVA emphasizes a "whole-child" approach that balances rigorous academic standards with a strong focus on character development, intellectual curiosity, and social-emotional growth. The school aims to create a supportive community that prepares students not only for university success but also to become leaders and contributors to their communities.

The educational model at Harlem Village Academy is distinguished by its professional environment and its investment in teacher development, which they believe is the foundation for student success. The school maintains a structured culture with high expectations for both behavior and achievement, often integrating creative arts and critical thinking into their core curriculum. By fostering a culture of mutual respect and high aspirations, the school seeks to close the achievement gap and provide its students with the academic foundation and personal agency necessary to thrive in competitive collegiate environments and beyond.