Aim High Academy
Program Overview
Aim High Academy is MUNA Social Services’ (MSS) flagship afterschool program designed to support and enrich the educational journeys of students in grades 3 through 10. Currently serving over 100 students at 464 Crescent Street in Brooklyn, NY 11208, the program provides an engaging environment that combines academic assistance, skill-building, and mentorship. Aim High Academy also offers specialized SHSAT preparation and Regents exam support, ensuring that students are fully equipped to pursue their goals in competitive educational settings. is MUNA Social Services’ (MSS) flagship afterschool program designed to support and enrich the educational journeys of students in grades 3 through 10.
Currently serving over 100 students at 464 Crescent Street in Brooklyn, NY 11208, the program provides an engaging environment that combines academic assistance, skill-building, and mentorship. Aim High Academy also offers specialized SHSAT preparation and Regents exam support, ensuring that students are fully equipped to pursue their goals in competitive educational settings.
Recent Success Stories
We are thrilled to share the incredible achievements of our students in the 2024 SHSAT Exam! Eight out of 14 of our students earned spots at Elite high schools in NYC. This success is a testament to their hard work, and the strong support system at Aim High Academy.
Afreen Rahman
AIM High Academy’s SHSAT prep really helped me feel ready for the test. The practice tests and study materials were super helpful and made it easier to know what to expect. I think the way everything was set up helped a lot. I’d recommend it to other students, but it also depends on your own consistency and how much effort you put in, if you stay focused, it really works!
Zara Kabir
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Maisha Monisa
AIM High Academy’s SHSAT prep program really helped me feel prepared and more confident going into the test. The structured curriculum and study resources gave me a strong foundation in both ELA and math. The materials providing were clear and useful, but what stood out the most were the practice tests. They allowed me to see exactly where I was scoring, what I needed to work on, and how close I was to reaching my target. It felt like the real test, which pushed me to stay focused and motivated. I would definitely recommend this program to other students so they can benefit from the support and preparation I experienced, and hopefully, it helps them get into their dream Specialized High School.
Nahiya Shahadat
AIM High was a very essential and useful tutor class on my journey to the SHSAT and I do recommend this tutor prep. The teacher was a great help to my learning as she understood what I did good in and what I did bad. She was a really kind teacher and always motivated us to do our best, even in our lowest. She really believed in all of her students and now majority of us have made it into our dream schools. For a starter tutor class, AIM High would be my top recommendation out of my two tutors.
Farzana Ahona
AIM helped me prepare for the SHSAT because I’m bad at math and my teacher is very good at teaching and making things easier to understand. The practice tests helped me understand what I’m lacking and what to practice. I would recommend AIM to other students because the teachers and curriculum are life savers.
Arabella Harun
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Madhiha H. Rifa
Aim High’s program helped prepare me well for the SHSAT. It boosted my learning, understanding, confidence, and identification in certain topics. Which increased my knowledge about the SHSAT and how to overcome certain challenges. The curriculum is impactful to me, it helped me improve for the future and during the past test. The Curriculum prepared me to overcome challenges and improve myself. Study resources were indeed influential, the materials took cover of certain weaknesses. Overall, I would highly recommend joining AIM High, as the learning is effective.
Ismail Hossain
AIM High Academy helped me get ready for the test by teaching me the math and ela things. It’s effective has the teacher went through problems step by step. I definitely would recommend Aim high to Shsat prep students as it’s very affordable and effective.
East New York
- Address: 464 Crescent St, Brooklyn, New York 11208
- After School Program: Tuesdays & Thursdays @4:30pm - 6:30pm
- Elite School Program: sunday @3:00pm - 6:00pm
Jackson Heights
- Address: 35-35 71st St, Jackson Heights, NY 11372 York 11208
- After School Program: Tuesday & Thrusday @4:30pm - 6:30pm
- Phone: (347) 320-1344 | (929) 591-9259
- Email: aimhighacademy@munassinc.org
Across New York City, countless children—especially those from under-resourced communities—face academic achievement gaps. Many are juggling various socioeconomic challenges, often exacerbated by food insecurity and poverty. Building on findings from community research and broader data (including Robin Hood Foundation’s studies highlighting systemic disparities), Aim High Academy directly addresses these challenges by providing free, high-quality academic support and enrichment. By alleviating the burden of expensive tutoring and offering hands-on mentorship, the program helps students improve their grades, build confidence, and envision futures filled with greater possibilities.
At Aim High Academy, equity is a guiding principle. Recognizing that each student has distinct learning needs, the program employs differentiated instruction, small group sessions, and personalized tutoring to ensure that every learner receives the attention and tools they need to succeed. From foundational literacy and numeracy reinforcement to rigorous test preparation, every aspect of Aim High is crafted with the understanding that educational opportunities should be accessible to all—regardless of income level, cultural background, or personal circumstances.
Aim High Academy leverages a dedicated network of volunteer tutors, experienced educators, and community partners. These volunteers and partners bring specialized expertise, from STEM and language arts to SHSAT and Regents prep, offering a broad range of resources for students. Collaborations with local schools, youth programs, and faith-based organizations extend the program’s reach, helping identify families who would most benefit from academic support. This robust ecosystem of support ensures that the program remains responsive to evolving student needs and educational standards.
MSS is committed to expanding Aim High Academy’s capacity and impact. Plans include enrolling more students, increasing the frequency of specialized preparatory courses, and exploring digital platforms that deliver supplemental learning opportunities. By continuously adapting to students’ academic and social-emotional needs—while remaining anchored in MSS’s guiding principles of empowerment, equity, innovation, collaboration, responsiveness, accountability, and compassion—Aim High Academy aspires to break down educational barriers, inspire lifelong learning, and open pathways to success for youth across the city.