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Principal Brown and Councilman Chris Banks 

Student Artwork facilitated by AFYW's Art Educator, Mr. Tolu

Student Artwork facilitated by AFYW's Art Educator, Mr. Tolu 

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AFYW's Grade Team Leaders and Department Chairs

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AFYW's Administration @ Work! 

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January's Flyer (Full Flyer Below)

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Check out the FULL Flier Below!

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AFYW's staff supporting Breast Cancer Awareness Month 

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Academy for Young Writers Newest logo designed by one of our students Ze Ya Bennett

Telfar Clemens; fashion designer and the founder of the label Telfar

Mr. Freddy (6th-9th Guidance Counselor) and Telfar Clemens; fashion designer and the founder of the label Telfar 

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Student- Centered Project...facilitated by one of AFYW's Spanish Teachers, Ms. Judy

administration with councilman Banks

Administration with Councilman Banks

Student Artwork Lead by AFYW's Art Educator, Mr. Tolu

Student Artwork facilitated by AFYW's Art Educator, Mr. Tolu 

Student Artwork Lead by AFYW's Art Educator, Mr. Tolu

Student Artwork facilitated by AFYW's Art Educator, Mr. Tolu

Telfar Clemens; fashion designer and the founder of the label Telfar

Principal Brown and Telfar Clemens; fashion designer and the founder of the label Telfar 

AFYW Harvest Celebration

Elite Learners Support the AFYW Community 

My sisters Keeper

One of the clubs offered at AFYW: "My Sister's Keeper"

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Lucia and Dave (High School ELA Educators) with Tamara (12th grade Counselor)

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Our Mission

Our MISSION is to inspire every student to think critically by educating the whole child, rooted in nurturing their academic, emotional, and social well-being. By preparing students for college and career readiness
we strive to promote rigorous instruction and accountability, fostering teamwork and global citizenship, while empowering students to be an active thinker and participant in their learning. 
 

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Principal's Message

I am the Principal at The Academy for Young Writers 6-12 school. I see myself as an educator, an administrator, and a lifelong learner. I have real world experience in the field of education working with students, staff, families, and our community partners. My strong desire is to continuously grow as a leader who can help support students, staff, school partners, and families. 

Principal Tanisha Brown


As an educational leader, I am a team player, who wants to see the community in which I service…WIN!  My dedication, reliability and willingness to help my school community to become better are my greatest assets. My ability to work closely with students, families, community partners, and other administrators, has helped in making me an effective and intentional leader. 

 

WE are ONE School, ONE Team, and ONE Family!!!

 

 

 
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