About UPLIFT Academy
UPLIFT Academy, formerly known as the New York Academy Educational Services, was established in 2006 by a group of professional educators. NYA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that focuses on improving the quality of education in the state of New Jersey. NYA’s utmost aims are to help the students in high-poverty, low-performing areas with their academic and social enrichment, and encourage and award their educators. Read more…
Our Programs
College Path Mentorship
The program offers quality, well-rounded educational experiences by equipping mentees with not only academic but also social skills needed for college success. Strong academic support is offered to high school students by their college mentors who assist them weekly with essay writing, resume building, SAT/ACT test preparation, etc.
Summer Math Camps
The summer math camp offered by UPLIFT aims to assist students in strengthening their mathematical foundations, overcoming summer learning loss, and ultimately maximizing their high school academic success. Additionally, we want to narrow achievement gaps and develop students’ intellectual capacity to get ahead for the next school year.
STEAM Classes
UPLIFTS’s STEAM classes aim to heighten K-8 students’ interest and enhance their skills in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Our goal is to achieve this mission by igniting curiosity in students and establishing a life-long love for STEAM through our expertly designed, creative & fun curriculum.
Our Initiatives
Committed to serving society, UPLIFT Academy has another initiative – STEAM Academies.
STEAM Academies
Our Steam Academies a franchisee of STEAM Works Studio, which is uniquely focused towards fostering and developing essential 21st Century and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) skills like Problem-Solving, Critical thinking, Creativity and Collaboration in a hands-on and practical but fun learning environment. We and STEAM Works Studio believe that “Making” can transform the way we all learn, from preschoolers through retirees.
Latest News
Effective SAT Tutoring for Students and Parents: Conquering the SAT
With the right preparation and resources, one can approach the SAT with confidence and achieve the scores needed to unlock your dream schools. This guide explores the benefits of SAT tutoring, different tutoring options available, and key factors to consider when choosing the right program, particularly for low-income students.
Free SAT Tutoring As a Path to Opportunity: Why Underrepresented Students Should Consider Taking It
The college admissions landscape is constantly evolving, and the recent trend of several universities, including MIT, Yale, Dartmouth, and Brown, reinstating standardized testing requirements has sparked debate.
Parent Meetings at Alaaka and Masjid Fallahee
We held parent meetings at Alaaka Association on February 10th and at Masjid Fallahee on February 17th. These meetings marked a significant step towards strengthening ties between Uplift and parents, as well as enhancing parental involvement in the educational journey of their children.