Academy for Creating Excellence

Today, we celebrate Juneteenth — a day of freedom, resilience, and the enduring legacy of Black excellence.

Juneteenth reminds us that freedom is not just a moment in history, but an ongoing commitment to equity, opportunity, and justice. As we honor the strength of those who came before us, we also recognize the responsibility we have to uplift future generations.

At ACE Academy, we remain committed to creating spaces where Black youth and educators can thrive, lead, and build lasting legacies.

May we continue to learn, reflect, celebrate, and work toward a future where every young person has the opportunity to reach their fullest potential.

❤️🖤💚 Happy Juneteenth!

🏃🏾‍♂️🏃🏽‍♀️ Lace Up for a Cause! 🏃🏽‍♀️🏃🏾‍♂️

Join ACE Academy and Black Men Run Seattle for the 2026 Day of Excellence 5K Fun Run & Walk!

📅 Sunday, June 28, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM
📍 Seward Park
5900 Lake Washington Blvd S, Seattle, WA 98118

Whether you're running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, every step helps support the ACE F.A.M.E. Scholarship Fund, providing educational opportunities for Black male youth and helping future leaders achieve their goals.

Bring your family, friends, coworkers, and community members for a morning of fitness, fellowship, and impact. Together, we can invest in the next generation and celebrate excellence in action.

🎟️ Register today: https://qrco.de/2026acedoe

Day of Excellence in partnership with Black Men Run Join the annual Day of Excellence in Seattle: an inclusive 5k run and community health fair dedicated to addressing health disparities and promoting holistic wellness for Black men and their families through fitness, education, and local resources.

A look back at the energy, community, and purpose of Day of Excellence 2024. 🏃🏾‍♂️💜

Last year, our community came together to support student success, promote wellness, and celebrate Black excellence. Because of supporters like you, we continue to invest in the future of young leaders through the ACE F.A.M.E. Scholarship Fund.

Now it's time to do it again.

Join us on Sunday, June 28, 2026, for the Day of Excellence 5K Fun Run & Walk, hosted by ACE Academy and Black Men Run Seattle. Whether you're running, walking, volunteering, or cheering from the sidelines, your participation helps create educational opportunities for current and former ACE students pursuing their dreams.

🎯 Goal: Raise $15,000 for scholarships
🏃🏾 5K Fun Run & Walk
🤝 Community Building
💜 Supporting the Next Generation

ACE Academy is proud to present our 4th Annual Night of Excellence Fundraising Gala — an unforgettable evening celebrating the achievements, leadership, and bright futures of the young men we serve.

Join us for a night of inspiration, community, and impact as we recognize our scholars, honor mentors and supporters, and raise critical funds to continue empowering Black young men through mentorship, academic support, and leadership development.

📍 Hyatt Regency Lake Washington
📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026

Come celebrate excellence and invest in the next generation of leaders.

RSVP:

Click the link in our LinkTree or visit
https://easyrsvp.net/e/Jqgcl2O3GJCBgd1fx8M4

Day of Excellence 2026 is more than a 5K—it’s a community movement rooted in wellness, scholarship, and opportunity. Hosted by ACE Academy in partnership with Black Men Run Seattle, this annual fundraiser brings together families, educators, runners, and community members to support the ACE F.A.M.E. Scholarship Fund. Funds raised help provide scholarships and educational support for current and former ACE students pursuing post-secondary education. Join us as we celebrate health, community, and Black excellence while investing in the next generation of leaders.

The 2026 Black Male Educator Summit, themed “Practice Into Power,” is a space dedicated to transforming lived experience, knowledge, and daily work into collective impact. This year’s summit will bring together Black male educators, leaders, mentors, and community advocates to explore how intentional practices in education, leadership, wellness, and community building can create lasting change for Black students and Black communities. Through meaningful conversations, practical strategies, and authentic connection, attendees will leave empowered to turn their purpose into action and their practice into power.

We are looking for presenters who can offer meaningful, practical, and inspiring sessions aligned with what participants hope to learn and experience at this year’s summit. Please use the link below to review the submission details and learn more about what participants are looking for.

Presenter submissions are due June 30th.

Scan the code or visit: https://forms.gle/u8mMddNsH15nfp2i7

Support the next generation of leaders, creators, and innovators. 💜🧡

ACE Academy is currently accepting in-kind donations to help power our youth programs, including summer learning, STEM camps, mentorship initiatives, and enrichment opportunities for Black youth in our community.

We’re currently collecting:
📚 School supplies
🧪 STEM materials
🍎 Healthy snacks & beverages
💻 Technology items
📝 Office & program supplies
🎁 Gift cards for youth and families

Every donation helps us create meaningful experiences, safe spaces, and opportunities for our students to thrive.

To donate or learn more, visit aceacademy.org or https://linktr.ee/Acewa

Many students silently struggle with stress, anxiety, and burnout while balancing school, family responsibilities, sports, social pressures, and future goals.

A supportive mentor or trusted adult can make a life-changing difference. 🤝

That’s why ACE continues creating spaces where young people feel seen, heard, and supported.

Black youth are more likely to experience barriers to mental health support, including stigma, lack of access, and limited culturally responsive care.

At ACE, we believe mentorship, safe spaces, and community support all play a role in protecting mental wellness. 💙