African American Achievement & Leadership Initiative

Cheers to 10 Years!

Thank you, Spark SF Public Schools!

We are so incredibly proud of each and everyone of our scholars! It is our honor to serve them.

A group of our Black Star Rising (BSR) scholars just departed for a Southern California college tour! Last month, BSR scholars also participated in an HBCU tour with 100% College Prep—exploring campuses, building community, and envisioning their futures.

With the support of dedicated educators and powerful family partnerships, our scholars are building skills and confidence every week. Through Black Star Rising, more students each year are gaining access to dual enrollment, Algebra, Geometry, and Calculus learning labs, credit recovery, mentorship, and meaningful connections to STEM pathways.

When we invest in our students with high expectations, rigorous and relevant learning, and a whole lot of love, they rise—every single time.

Join us!

Happy Annual African American Read-In Day, hosted by the SF Alliance of Black School Educators and our beloved Culture Keeper, Mrs. Emily Wade-Thompson. ♥️🖤💚

Happy Black History Month!

Join us in celebrating AAALI’s 10th Year Anniversary!

PRESS RELEASE: SFUSD’s African American Achievement and Leadership Initiative Marks 10 Years of Purpose, Promise, and Impact San Francisco (January 28, 2026) - The San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) is proud to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the African American Achievement and Leadership Initiative (AAALI), marking a decade of intentional action to improve educational experiences and outcomes for African...

Happy New Year from the AAALI team! ✨
Wishing students, families, educators, and partners alike a year filled with growth, connection, and a shared commitment to educational equity across SFUSD.