Aspire parents please be aware that on select Wednesdays students will be dismissed at 1:30 p.m. to allow for professional development and school improvement. Students will be dismissed early on the following Wednesdays:
September 16 & 30
October 14 & 28
November 25
December 9 & 23
January 13 & 27
February 10
March 10 & 24
April 21
May 5 & 19
June 2
Please make appropriate childcare arrangements.
September 16th - October 21st
Register for the Specialized High Schools Admissions Test (SHSAT) through the school counseling team!
Uniform
Basic Uniform
The students have spoken! Aspire is adopting a new uniform for the 2009-10 school year. Our basic uniform consists of black bottoms and white, collared shirts. This basic uniform may be purchased at any clothing store; however, our official uniform provider is Flynn and O'Hara located at 136 Westchester Square, Bronx, NY 10461. They may be reached by phone at 1-800-441-4122.
Additional Uniform Options
In addition to the basic black and white option, students may purchase white shirts with an Aspire Crest, maroon or black sweaters with an Aspire Crest, or a burgundy plaid skirt that comply with our uniform dress policy.
check out Flynn and O'Hara's website
School Supplies
Aspire makes school shopping easy! Students need to only purchase ten composition notebooks, five two-pocket folders, loose leaf paper, one 12-inch ruler, Post-It Notes, and an abundance of pens and pencils. These materials should be replenished throughout the school year. Please note: spiral notebooks and three-ring binders are not acceptable. Students will not be allowed to use these items at school.
The Aspire School Pledge
I am an agent of change--a destroyer of strife.
I make learning and academic achievement a priority in my life.
I sustain others with kind words, encouragement and a helping hand.
I take healthy risks and always a strong stand.
I ask for and graciously accept help when in need.
I own my mistakes and am a true friend indeed.