Harambee Institute of Science and Technology Charter School:
Our Mission, Vision, and Core Values

Harambee Institute exists to offer our community an education with a focus on the origins, current status, and future of the African world.

Our mission is to educate students to succeed as global citizens with a clear awareness of “who I am, where I am from, where I am going, and how I get there.”

Our vision is a collective and informed African American community utilizing science and technology as a means of promoting education for self-reliance, locally and globally.

Our core values are:

Greatness: Pursuit of excellence in all we do
Accountability: Owning what we do and who we are
Innovation: Open to new ideas with a growth mindset
Integrity: Honesty, transparency, and unity in all we do

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A message from the CEO

As we close the chapter on the 2024–2025 school year, I want to take a moment to reflect on all we have accomplished together and express my deepest gratitude to our incredible Harambee community—our scholars, families, staff, and partners.

This year was one of growth, resilience, and collective achievement. From academic milestones to powerful community events, our scholars continued to rise, demonstrating brilliance, leadership, and the Harambee spirit in every space they entered. Our teachers and staff went above and beyond to nurture not just minds, but hearts—ensuring that every child was seen, valued, and supported on their educational journey.

We remained firmly grounded in our mission: to educate students to succeed as global citizens with a clear awareness of “who I am, where I am from, where I am going, and how I get there.” This mission guided every decision and inspired every success, from classroom instruction to community engagement.

To our graduating scholars—you carry with you not only knowledge, but also a deep sense of identity and purpose. You are prepared to lead with integrity, to serve with compassion, and to build a future rooted in excellence and justice. We are proud of who you are and even more inspired by who you are becoming.

As we look ahead to a new school year, let us continue to honor our vision: a collective and informed African American community utilizing science and technology as a means of promoting education for self-reliance, locally and globally. Together, we will build on the foundation we've laid and move forward—united in purpose, proud of our heritage, and committed to the future of our children.

With pride and gratitude,

Gregory G Shannon
Chief Executive Officer

Education for Self-Reliance

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