Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ) Promise Academy Charter Schools
Charter Schools

The Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ) is a non-profit organization designed to serve low-income children and families living in Harlem in New York City. It provides various community services and supports two public K–12 charter schools, hereafter referred to as the HCZ Promise Academy Charter Schools. The HCZ Promise Academy Charter Schools have a longer school day and year than traditional public schools, and focus on core academic subjects, arts, and physical fitness. They monitor student progress on academic outcomes and provide differentiated instruction for students who have not met required benchmarks. The schools aim to recruit and retain high-quality teachers and use student achievement to evaluate and incentivize teachers. In addition to focusing on academics, the schools educate students and families on character development, healthy lifestyles, and leadership skills. In partnership with the HCZ, the HCZ Promise Academy Charter Schools provide students with various community services and non-academic supports, such as social workers, counseling, and medical and dental services.