About the School
Academic Leadership Charter School (ALCS) is a public charter school located in the Bronx, New York, serving students in grades K-8. Founded in 2009 by educators Norma Figueroa-Hurwitz and Ted Hurwitz, the school emphasizes rigorous academics, literacy, leadership, and college and career readiness. ALCS operates as an independent charter authorized by the State University of New York Charter Schools Institute and has received recognition for its academic excellence, including a 2019 U.S. Department of Education Blue Ribbon award. The school features a longer school day to support extended instruction in reading, writing, and vocabulary. ALCS has achieved impressive performance metrics, with 75% proficiency in math and 71% in reading, surpassing state averages. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum aligned with New York State standards, along with extracurricular activities in art, dance, and athletics. ALCS also provides special education support and mental health resources to