A message from the CEO

Dear Harambee Community,

As the season of renewal blossoms around us, I want to take a moment to recognize the incredible growth, resilience, and dedication shown by our scholars, families, and staff throughout this school year.

Spring is not only a time of warmer days and fresh beginnings—it is also when our students begin the Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA). These assessments are one of many tools we use to measure how well we are meeting our academic goals and ensuring that every scholar is on the path to success.

At Harambee Charter School, we believe in cultivating excellence in every child. The PSSA gives us a valuable snapshot of how we’re doing and where we can grow. We approach these assessments not with anxiety, but with confidence—knowing our scholars are prepared, supported, and capable.

We recognize that each scholar’s learning journey is unique, and we honor the individual strengths they bring to our community. The PSSA is just one milestone along the path, and we use it as an opportunity to reflect, grow, and celebrate how far our scholars have come. At Harambee, we are committed to nurturing brilliance in all its forms—academic, creative, and personal—and we are proud of every step our students take toward becoming the leaders of tomorrow.

We encourage all families to help scholars shine by ensuring they get a good night’s rest, eat a healthy breakfast, and arrive to school on time and ready to do their best. Your encouragement and positivity make a difference. Let’s continue to move forward together—with unity, purpose, and pride. Thank you for your unwavering commitment to our Harambee mission and community.

Baba Shannon
CEO