About the School
Family Life Academy Charter Schools (FLACS) is a not-for-profit network of public charter schools located in the South Bronx, New York. Established in 2001, FLACS operates under the authorization of the State University of New York (SUNY) Board of Trustees. The organization focuses on empowering historically underserved populations, particularly English Language Learners (ELLs) and at-risk children, by providing a values-based, high-quality education across multiple schools serving over 1,800 students from kindergarten through 12th grade. FLACS offers a comprehensive K-12 educational pathway that emphasizes foundational skills in early childhood, critical thinking in middle school, and college readiness in high school. The curriculum integrates human values and provides specialized support services for ELLs, ensuring students master English while maintaining their native language skills. The schools maintain a disciplined yet nurturing environment, fostering academic excellence and pe