Aspire Academy
Aspire Academy
Our Chapters
Aspire Academy Chapters bring our mission to local communities worldwide. Each chapter runs its own programs, hosts events, and fosters connections while sharing our vision for empowering the next generation.
Herman Intermediate School
San Jose, CA
Empowering middle school students with STEM skills while fostering strong foundations in science, math, writing, English, and history.
Lead: Kashish Kapoor
Teacher Leads: Mr. Reza & Ms. Camacho
Programs & Highlights:
- Twice-weekly tutoring sessions for students in core subjects
- Aspire Peer Leaders Program — a student-led tutoring initiative in partnership with Ms. Camacho and Mr. Reza
- Empowers students as peer tutors under the Aspire Academy name
- Provides training and onboarding
- Offers incentives such as school store dollars
- Focuses on leadership development and expanding peer academic support
Santa Teresa Public Library
San Jose, CA
Providing engaging group lessons to help children build skills in science, math, writing, English, and history, while fostering curiosity and confidence in learning.
Lead: Kashish Kapoor
Programs & Highlights:
- Weekly group tutoring sessions for children and teens in core subjects
- Hands-on activities to make learning interactive and fun
- Building a supportive learning community in a public library setting
Our Leadership Program
The Aspire Peer Leaders Program empowers students to become both leaders and tutors in their own schools. Each student tutor is trained in the Aspire Method by qualified Aspire Academy mentors, ensuring consistent, high-quality academic support.
By fostering peer-to-peer tutoring systems that last beyond any single student, Aspire Academy helps schools build a sustainable culture of learning, leadership, and collaboration. Student leaders in this program are recognized as official members of Aspire Academy, earning credits for their work while making a lasting impact on their school community.
The program is designed to strengthen schools and support students, creating a network of confident leaders who carry the spirit of Aspire far into the future.
Our Method
Actively Listen – Pay close attention to what the student says and identify where they’re struggling
Simplify Concepts – Break down complex topics into smaller, understandable steps
Prompt Critical Thinking – Ask guiding questions instead of giving answers directly
Inspire Confidence – Encourage and affirm effort to help build the student’s self-belief
Review & Reflect – Check for understanding and revisit tough concepts
Empathize – Create a safe, respectful, and patient learning space