Introducing our new Head of School: Tommy Blain
May 1, 2026
We are pleased to introduce our incoming Head of School, Mr. Tommy Blain, who will join us on July 1st at the start of our 2026 summer session. Mr. Blain
Inside AJC
Hope Grows Expansion Update
April 29, 2026
It’s incredible to see what’s been accomplished since our Lower School groundbreaking last May. Floors are in, painting is nearly complete, and classrooms have taken shape. A playground will be installed
Grad Spotlight: Ja’Meen Tucker, Class of 2014
April 23, 2026
As a sixth grader, Ja’Meen told Mr. Maruca he would one day serve on the board—and now he’s doing just that. “I’m 100% a product of AJC’s mission,” he shared.
Family Partnerships
March 27, 2026
Family partnership is at the heart of AJC, and parent-teacher-student conference day is an opportunity to connect with caregivers and celebrate the pride we all share in their children. For
Grad Spotlight: Ce’Asia, Class of 2022
March 20, 2026
Ce’Asia, a 2022 AJC grad, recently stopped by to volunteer and we got to catch up and hear about her journey since leaving AJC. Reflecting on her time at AJC,
Inaugural Lower School National Beta Induction
March 13, 2026
We’re proud to share our Lower School recently became a member of National Beta, an honor society dedicated to helping students grow in four key pillars: achievement, character, leadership, and
Growing Readers, Every Day
March 6, 2026
On a recent Tuesday morning, 8th grader, Love, sat shoulder to shoulder with her book buddy, patiently guiding him through a reading activity. She slowed down, sounded out each word
Gabriel Award Winner: Janet Williams
March 4, 2026
At Anna Julia Cooper School, students are surrounded by people who show up for them in many different ways. One of those people is Janet Williams, a Gabriel Award recipient and dedicated volunteer
Building Confidence: One Tie At A Time
March 1, 2026
Principal Gilliam, famous for her endlessly stylish “Tie Tuesday” wardrobe, helped kindergarteners practice tying ties this week—and we may be biased, but we’d be hard-pressed to think of anything cuter
Annual AJC Black History Celebration
February 27, 2026
February is always a busy time at AJC as we work to honor stories that have shaped our world and celebrate voices that inspire us. This year’s annual Black History Celebration was
Introducing our new Head of School: Tommy Blain
May 1, 2026
We are pleased to introduce our incoming Head of School, Mr. Tommy Blain, who will join us on July 1st at the start of our 2026 summer session. Mr. Blain
Hope Grows Expansion Update
April 29, 2026
It’s incredible to see what’s been accomplished since our Lower School groundbreaking last May. Floors are in, painting is nearly complete, and classrooms have taken shape. A playground will be installed
Grad Spotlight: Ja’Meen Tucker, Class of 2014
April 23, 2026
As a sixth grader, Ja’Meen told Mr. Maruca he would one day serve on the board—and now he’s doing just that. “I’m 100% a product of AJC’s mission,” he shared.
Family Partnerships
March 27, 2026
Family partnership is at the heart of AJC, and parent-teacher-student conference day is an opportunity to connect with caregivers and celebrate the pride we all share in their children. For
Grad Spotlight: Ce’Asia, Class of 2022
March 20, 2026
Ce’Asia, a 2022 AJC grad, recently stopped by to volunteer and we got to catch up and hear about her journey since leaving AJC. Reflecting on her time at AJC,
Inaugural Lower School National Beta Induction
March 13, 2026
We’re proud to share our Lower School recently became a member of National Beta, an honor society dedicated to helping students grow in four key pillars: achievement, character, leadership, and
Growing Readers, Every Day
March 6, 2026
On a recent Tuesday morning, 8th grader, Love, sat shoulder to shoulder with her book buddy, patiently guiding him through a reading activity. She slowed down, sounded out each word
Gabriel Award Winner: Janet Williams
March 4, 2026
At Anna Julia Cooper School, students are surrounded by people who show up for them in many different ways. One of those people is Janet Williams, a Gabriel Award recipient and dedicated volunteer
Building Confidence: One Tie At A Time
March 1, 2026
Principal Gilliam, famous for her endlessly stylish “Tie Tuesday” wardrobe, helped kindergarteners practice tying ties this week—and we may be biased, but we’d be hard-pressed to think of anything cuter
Annual AJC Black History Celebration
February 27, 2026
February is always a busy time at AJC as we work to honor stories that have shaped our world and celebrate voices that inspire us. This year’s annual Black History Celebration was