Our Mission
East Harlem Scholars Academies are public charter schools that prepare students with the skills, strength of character, and emotional well-being to excel academically, lead in their communities and realize their best possible selves.
East Harlem Scholars Academies are operated by East Harlem Tutorial Program, a community-based organization founded in 1958.
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COMMUNITY News
Ribbon Cutting: East Harlem Scholars Academy High School Celebrates Opening of First New Public High School Building in East Harlem in Over 60- Years
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OUR CAMPUSES & SCHOOLS
What started more than 60 years ago as a reading group in the living room of a community leader has grown into a multi-dimensional educational program that includes five charter schools, after-school programming and college prep. East Harlem Scholars Academies are committed to providing youth in the neighborhood with the academic excellence and supports needed to thrive.
BECOME A SCHOLAR
East Harlem Scholars achieve academic success -- and while we are thrilled with their track record, we know that real success comes arming our Scholars with the knowledge and the tools to become the next generation of change-makers.
Our STORY
All children can & will succeed when provided a great education. We challenge our students with a demanding academic program, and challenge ourselves to examine issues of racism and identity and model the learning and dialogue needed to ensure a more equitable future for young people of color.
TEACH
If you are a results-oriented, highly motivated and culturally responsive educator who believes that all children can achieve and become their best possible selves, we encourage you to apply to join our phenomenal team!
NEWS & EVENTS
Our Scholars are busy! Whether it’s a spelling bee, a holiday performance, a basketball game or a field trip, we are dogged in our pursuit of activities that bolster our rigorous academics and allow Scholars to explore their interests. Check here for updates!
JOIN US
Build Potential. Build Community. Build Yourself. Build Love.
Support our brilliant young Scholars as they reach their full academic potential and realize their best selves. Through your work, you will strengthen our commitment to the students and families of East Harlem and help build authentic community partnerships. You will challenge the status quo and model the learning and dialogue that begins to combat systemic racism. You will ensure a more equitable future for all young people. And you will join an organization that is committed professional development and the well being of its staff.
TEACH
Our student-centered approach fosters critical-thinking skills and a love of learning! Apply no to support our Scholars as they excel academically and begin to lead in their communities.
VOLUNTEER
You can make a difference! Volunteer tutors, homework helpers, mentors, friends, camp counselors, and coaches have a lasting impact on our scholars. Apply now to lend a hand!
DONATE
With your support, EHTP can achieve its goal of providing high-quality, tuition-free programs to one in four East Harlem students by 2025. A more equitable future for all young people is possible!
OUR IMPACT
East Harlem Tutorial Program is committed to serving 25 percent of East Harlem children by 2025, and East Harlem Scholars Academies are contributing more and more to that goal. Our two elementary schools, two middle schools and high school serve almost 1,400 students from Pre-K through 12th grade. Our high school Scholars will also benefit from the success of our renowned after-school and summer programs, which are available to students as they develop their college plans.
