NOW IN ITS 13TH YEAR
Empowering
students to reach their full potential
Free tutoring, mentorship, and college counseling for motivated students from non-traditional and low- to middle- income backgrounds
13th
Year serving students
40+
Years of
expertise
Free
All services, no cost
100%
Committed to equity
Our mission: To invest in their lifelong success, preparing them not only for college admission but for purposeful, fulfilling lives shaped by confidence, resilience, diligence, and opportunity.
THE MISSION
Different minds
think differently
Rooted in 40+ years of
educational and social-service
expertise
A’s Academics And Counseling Program aims to empower motivated students from mostly non-traditional and low- to middle-income backgrounds to realize their full potential as scholars, leaders, and human beings.
Rooted in over four decades of educational and social-service expertise, We maintain a high standard of excellence and uphold unwavering belief in every student, holding high expectations for each one. We work to provide equitable access to college opportunities for motivated students from diverse backgrounds.
Through personalized guidance, rigorous academic support, and sustained mentorship, we challenge students to strive, excel, and grow in the classroom and beyond. In tandem, we assist them personally in navigating the ebbs and flows of life.
Our mission is to invest in their lifelong success,
preparing them not only for college admission but for
purposeful, fulfilling lives shaped by confidence,
resilience, diligence, and opportunity
THE PROGRAM: WHAT WE OFFER
Three pillars of support
Holistic, personalized support at every stage of a student's journey — all at no cost.
Tutoring
Support students with personalized academic tutoring across core subjects, at no cost.
Guide students in selecting rigorous coursework, including Honors and AP classes, to strengthen academic readiness.
College Prepartion
Provide hands-on support with college applications, essay development, and identifying best-fit schools.
Help students secure scholarships and financial aid through targeted guidance.
Expose students to college environments through guided campus tours and access to college-prep programs.
Mentorship
Pair students with dedicated mentors who offer one-on-one support through academic, personal, and family challenges.
Encourage leadership growth through community service, volunteer opportunities, and school or local leadership roles.
ABOUT THE FOUNDER
Built on 40+ years of
experience
Mr. Acevedo developed A's Academic and College Counseling based on decades of experience in education and social services.
Throughout his career, he has worked with children and young adults in various roles, as a social worker, employment counselor, social agency manager, teacher's aide, middle school social studies educator, residential child care worker, college youth community outreach worker, community college admissions counselor, and for 23 years as a Morristown High School guidance counselor.
He built this program on one belief: different minds think differently — and every student deserves someone in their corner who believes in them unconditionally
Our Team
The people behind the mission
A dedicated nonprofit community of mentors, educators, and advocates committed to helping students succeed.
Jose Acevedo
John Castro
Meredith Davidson
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OUR STUDENTS' SUCCESS
Where our students have been accepted
A's Academics students have earned admission to colleges and universities across the country — from local state schools to Ivy League institutions
Rutgers University
James Madison University
American University
Yale University
Hofstra University
Cornell University
University of Delaware
University of Tampa
Hampton University
Loyola University
Lehigh University
Princeton University
Iona
University
NJIT
University of Louisville
Syracuse University
Colgate University
Fairleigh Dickinson University
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Whether you're a student, parent, volunteer, or potential donor — reach out and we'll get back to you as soon as possible
