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Advancing Educational Equity for 25 Years

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PreK-8 Program

High school counseling session

High School Program

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College & Career Success

Quick Facts

340+ students. Two-thirds of admitted students enter program below grade level.

18 years - PreK thru Career, HGFA helps students become successful, motivated learners with strong social-emotional skills. $0 Tuition. Free for Families. Fully supported by private donors and grantors, with in-kind facilities from GFA

4+ months academic improvement. Average PreK-8 growth in reading and math during the 6-week Summer Academy.

100% high school graduation and college admission. 40% higher than Bridgeport average. College students participate in the Careen Success Program to ensure post-grad full-time employment.

Pathway to Success

Pathway to student success

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Nov 14

TONIGHT! We are excited for our Fall Gala celebrating 25 year is Horizons GFA and it’s mission to advance educational equity in Bridgeport. Thanks to @news12ct for this special feature! Can’t make it? Participate online in our silent auction or donate to fund a need at Givergy.us/FALLGALA or click the link in bio. See you tonight! @theknowlton #HorizonsGFA

Aug 1

Happy Thursday! We’re grateful for another awesome week at Horizons GFA…and never want it to end! #horizonsgfa

Jul 24

We’re all smiles – even while working! Mornings are filled with rigorous academics, but HGFA students love the challenge. We’re happy to enjoy another week of learning and growing together during Summer Academy. #HorizonsGFA

Jul 8

Horizons GFA Summer Academy has been filled with laughter, learning, and…worms! 🪱 From reading in the classroom, to kayaking on the Sound, to experimenting in the science lab, here are some highlights of our summer so far. 💥JOIN US: There’s still time to tour HGFA – reach out to RSVP to our program tours on July 9 or July 16, or email horizons@gfacademy.org to find another preferred date. This is your chance to take a look inside our classrooms and learn more about the program!

Jun 22

Turning Pages, Impacting Lives: Celebrating 25 years of loving literacy! Join us for our 25–day SUMMER READING CHALLENGE! From July 8 thru August 9. Click the link in bio or scan the QR code for more info. Top readers win prizes! #HorizonsGFA

Jun 17

Congratulations, graduates! Seniors in the Horizons GFA High School & College Programs have officially graduated, and we couldn’t be more proud. These ceremonies marked a transition into the next step of each student’s HGFA journey – we can’t say bye just yet! @HorizonsGFA is dedicated to continuing a tradition of 100% high school graduation, 100% college acceptance & enrollment, and 100% full-time employment post college. Thank you to all of the coaches and families who have provided endless support along the way. We did it! 🎓 #HorizonsGFA

Apr 15

At our third annual Appreciate & Celebrate Horizons GFA, we gathered to honor those who motivate us to strive for a promising, opportunity-rich tomorrow for every student, both within and beyond HGFA. To our esteemed honorees: We extend our sincerest congratulations and deepest gratitude. Your exemplary leadership and commitment to our mission inspire us all. You embody the values of Horizons GFA and serve as beacons of inspiration for our entire community.〰 Thank you to everyone who joined us in proudly presenting the following awards for 2024:• Krista Bianchini – Excellence in Education• Elise Bucknall – Inspiring Minds • Michelle Garcia – Alumni Achievement• Jerome & Keshana Wiggins – Family Commitment

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Feb 29

Last month, we welcomed Horizons GFA students and families to our Book Fair & Literacy Day, sponsored by Upper Crust Bagels. Special guest author Valerie Bolling joined us for an amazing workshop, attended by all. We’re so appreciative of the incredible volunteers for this event, as well as the families who donated books! -Interested in volunteering or learning more about Horizons GFA? Join us at our Open House on Saturday, May 11th. #HorizonsGFA-@valeriebollingauthor @ucbagel

Nov 9

BID NOW! Our Fall Gala auction is open and full of priceless experiences and incredible items – all benefitting the Bridgeport community that Horizons GFA serves. Check out our LIVE items too: Proxy bidding is available to those not attending the Fall Gala on November 16th! Visit givergy.us/FallGala or click the link in bio for all the details on this fabulous auction & event.Thank you to our incredible auction sponsors for making this possible!

Oct 27

Why support Horizons GFA? Watch “A Day in My Life” to see just a sample of the programming we provide to each and every student! @HorizonsGFA serves over 330 Bridgeport students & families each year, and is 100% independently funded. Help support this vital program by joining us at our annual Fall Gala on November 16th. Tickets, tables, & online participation available at Givergy.us/FallGala. #HorizonsGFA #NonProfit

Oct 10

Reserve your spot NOW! Join us for the Horizons GFA Fall Gala: Tickets, tables, and sponsorships are available now for the annual Fall Gala on November 16th, held this year at The Knowlton for an even bigger and more meaningful event. Visit Givergy.us/FallGala or click the link in our bio. 📸 Photo credit: The incredible Katharine Calderwood @calderwood.photography

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