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WHO WE ARE
Our Core Values
At Impact Academy, we are guided by five core values that shape our community and inspire our students and staff:
RESPECT, COMMUNITY, JOY, GROWTH, AGENCY.
Respect is the cornerstone of our interactions, ensuring that every student and staff member feels valued and heard. We cultivate a strong sense of Community, encouraging collaboration and mutual support to help everyone thrive. Joy permeates our school environment, fostering a love for learning and celebrating each achievement with enthusiasm. Our commitment to Growth drives us to pursue continuous learning and development, both academically and personally. Finally, Agency empowers students and staff alike to take initiative and make meaningful contributions, reinforcing our belief in personal responsibility and autonomy. Together, these values create a nurturing and dynamic environment where everyone in our school can flourish.
Our 9th – 12th Grade College Program
At Impact Academy, our 9th through 12th grade college program is designed to empower students with a robust foundation for their future academic and career success. Through a comprehensive suite of college preparatory courses aligned with A-G requirements, students engage in rigorous, challenging coursework that paves the way for higher education. Our dedicated college and career counselor works closely with each student, offering personalized guidance to craft a tailored pathway to and through college. By fostering academic excellence and strategic planning, our program supports students in achieving their educational aspirations and fulfilling our mission of preparing them for success beyond graduation.
Graduate Profile
Our Graduate profile consists of the following competencies which represents the Envision Schools’ vision for 21st-century skills, character traits, and cognitive and social-emotional skills that learners need for success in college, career, and life. Our promise to our students and families is that we will engage our learners in purposeful and meaningful ways that will enable them to build their capacity in demonstrating these competencies throughout their years at Impact Academy and beyond.
Principals’ Welcome
Welcome students and families to Impact Academy of Arts & Technology High School!
I am honored to serve as the principal of Impact Academy, a school and community that I deeply love. Over the past 10 years, I’ve been fortunate to grow alongside this incredible school, starting as a biology teacher and later serving as a lead teacher and vice principal before stepping into my current role. For the past six years as an administrator, I’ve been inspired daily by the commitment and passion that defines Impact Academy. Our mission—to prepare and inspire all students to enter, succeed in, and graduate from college—drives everything we do. It is a privilege to lead a school that invests so much care and dedication into supporting our primarily first-generation college-bound students.
At Impact Academy, we know that a strong sense of belonging is essential for student success. That’s why we prioritize building community through our advisory model. Advisory provides students with a home base where they can form close bonds with classmates and teachers through Circles, celebrations, games, competitions, and community meetings. These moments create a sense of connection that strengthens our school’s culture and enhances the high school experience. Alongside this focus on community, we offer a rigorous academic program. Our Math and English classes are aligned with the Common Core standards, while our Science curriculum follows the Next Generation Science Standards, ensuring our students are prepared for college and beyond.
One of the greatest strengths of Impact Academy is our incredible staff. I’ve never worked with a group more dedicated to providing a rigorous curriculum, fostering strong relationships with students, and celebrating their brilliance. Our teachers and staff go above and beyond to ensure every student feels supported and challenged, both academically and personally. Whether you are a current student or family, or considering joining our community, know that you are stepping into a school filled with pride, purpose, and possibilities. Welcome to Impact Academy!
In solidarity,
Pooja Maharaj
Principal
pooja@es-impact.org
Welcome students and families to Impact Academy Middle Grades!
I am delighted to warmly welcome our vibrant Hayward community as the Principal of Impact Academy Middle Grades (IAMG). I am privileged to be a part of and lead this extraordinary school.
IAMG has long been a place of growth, achievement, and personal development, and I am excited to witness the potential for even greater success. I am filled with hope for the future of our students, teachers, and staff.
I expect that, together, we will achieve continued academic excellence. Our students will continue to thrive academically, exploring their intellectual potential and gaining the knowledge and skills they need to excel in their educational journey. Our unique approach to project-based learning and skill-based grading goes deeper into a productive learning space for all students.
In addition to academic success, here at IAMG, we also focus on the holistic growth of our students. Everyone at IAMG is dedicated to nurturing not only the minds but also the hearts and spirits of our students. As IAMG Spartans, we become critical-thinking, self-determined, and well-rounded leaders.
I believe in the power of collaboration and shared goals. Together, we can provide an exceptional middle school experience that prepares our students for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
I look forward to the years filled with achievements, growth, and shared success. Thank you for being a part of our Impact Academy community, and let us work together to make our middle school a place where dreams take flight and success knows no bounds.
Warmly,
Aly Stout
IAMG Principal