Reach for ExcellenceTuition-Free Program
Reach for Excellence is a free program that offers students with limited income a combination of academic, cultural, and communal experiences that prepare students for the challenges of high school and college preparatory programs.
Students beginning the summer after 6th grade · Three consecutive summers of five weeks each, plus Saturday sessions during the 7th and 8th grade school years
From reachforexcellence.org/program ↗About this program
Students begin their Reach journey in the summer after 6th grade and participate in a 26-month program designed to build a strong academic foundation, foster personal growth, and prepare them for success in selective high schools.
Students attend three consecutive summers of five weeks each, complemented by Saturday sessions during the school year of 7th and 8th grade. Afternoon electives and field trips across Atlanta broaden their horizons, build community, and create a sense of belonging.
The academic core includes: English Language Arts and Math for foundational skills; Computer Science and Critical Thinking to develop problem-solving abilities; Science to spark curiosity and deepen content knowledge; SSAT Workshops to prepare students for competitive admissions.
Reach for Excellence enriches students' learning through electives in visual arts (drawing, graphic design, crochet), etiquette, and physical fitness. Off-campus field experiences during the summer broaden students' horizons, spark curiosity, and build cultural awareness.
Questions
What does the academic core include?
English Language Arts and Math for foundational skills; Computer Science and Critical Thinking to develop problem-solving abilities; Science to spark curiosity and deepen content knowledge; SSAT Workshops to prepare students for competitive admissions.
What electives are offered beyond the classroom?
Electives in visual arts (drawing, graphic design, crochet), etiquette, and physical fitness.
Details
- Who
- Students beginning the summer after 6th grade
- When
- Three consecutive summers of five weeks each, plus Saturday sessions during the 7th and 8th grade school years
- Where
- Atlanta, GA
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High School ProgramOur High School Program begins with intensive high school placement support during eighth grade and continues through grades 9, 12, helping scholars successfully transition to high school, make thoughtful academic choices, explore college and career pathways, and prepare for theiComprehensive High School Placement SupportReach supports both students and families throughout the high school application and financial aid process, offering family workshops, individual guidance, and hands-on support every step of the way.CurriculumStudents attend three consecutive summers of five weeks each, complemented by Saturday sessions during the school year of 7th and 8th grade.