Mission
Ascend Legacy Academy (ALA) is a 21st-century global educational community committed to advancing the academic and personal development of Black scholars. Through a pedagogical approach grounded in the Ascend Legacy Model, ALA fosters an environment that promotes self-awareness, intellectual curiosity, and a strong sense of confidence. Our programs are intentionally designed to provide equitable learning opportunities that prepare students for lifelong achievement and leadership.
Vision
Every Black Male scholar that participates will become a leader in his community and create a legacy that extends beyond himself.
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About us
We provide education programs for Black male scholars, and our focus is on entrepreneurship, community redevelopment, civic engagement, STEM, project-based learning, and global leadership. Our programs are grounded in the beliefs of the Ascend Legacy Pedagogical Model.
CORE VALUES
Ingenuity
Scholarship
Service and Community
Global Learning
Character
Faith
Experience the ALA Difference
See Our 3-Day Week in Action
Our Tuesday-Thursday schedule balances rigorous academics with wellness and flexibility. Every day starts with fitness, includes a restorative rest break, and features small classes where scholars engage deeply with culturally-responsive curriculum. Mondays and Fridays are for independent work, college prep, internships, and family time.
Here's what a typical week looks like for a Grade 12 Data Science scholar:
