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Where Ambition Meets Opportunity
Mission Statement
Our mission at Heroes Academy is to empower young minds with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in life. We strive to offer our students the necessary support, discipline, and education to pursue their ambitions. Our ultimate goal is to foster a community of bright, determined individuals who can surmount obstacles and achieve their aspirations. We strongly believe that every student possesses the potential to become a hero, and we are committed to unlocking their inner greatness.
Our Free Services
College
Application Consulting
SAT
Course
Life Skill Workshops
Individualized
Advising
Our initial and most well-known service at the Heroes Academy is our summer youth leadership program. Our summer youth leadership program consists of an SAT course, life skills taught by community practitioners, free food and trips, and plenty of engaging competitions and activities. After the summer, we also provide our heroes with free college application consulting and any additional academic support they may need to finish high school strong. Once in college, we provide our heroes with individualized mentorship, advising, and networking opportunities.
Meet The Team
Marlon Becerra
Introducing our Lead Instructor, Marlon S. Becerra who is currently studying at Harvard Law School. Before enrolling in law school, he attended Hampshire College where he received his B.A. double majoring in economics and political science. His tutoring experience stretches over 7 years teaching dozens of students, in class and one-on-one.
Jon Rodriguez
Introducing our Director of Community Engagement, Jon Rodriguez. He is currently pursuing his Bachelor's degree in Psychology at Life University as well as competing on the Nationally ranked rugby team. In 2018, he represented Team USA in the Youth Olympic Games at Buenos Aires, Argentina under the sport of rugby.
Ridge
Molina
Introducing our Director of Youth Leadership, Ridge Molina. He is currently studying at Baruch College, as he works towards a Bachelor's degree in Finance and Business Law. Through the Heroes Academy, Ridge aims to inspire and encourage young people to become leaders in their communities, and to help them develop the skills and confidence necessary to achieve their goals.
Norbey Acevedo
Introducing our Vice President of Operations at the Heroes Academy, Norbey Acevedo is currently pursuing his Bachelor's degree in Computer Science at CUNY Hunter College. He maintains this website along with backend logistics. He is also a club member of the Hunter Chess Club where he attended the 2023 WORLD AMATEUR U.S. TEAM EAST.