10 Years of the Summer Learning Experience Celebration
Join ACE Academy as we celebrate a decade of transforming lives through the Summer Learning Experience (SLE)!
For the past 10 years, the Summer Learning Experience has provided young scholars with opportunities to build confidence, develop leadership skills, strengthen academic success, and create lifelong friendships. What began as a summer program has grown into a thriving community dedicated to excellence, brotherhood, and empowering the next generation of leaders.
This special anniversary celebration will bring together current scholars, alumni, families, mentors, volunteers, staff, partners, and supporters to reflect on the impact of the past decade while looking ahead to the future of ACE Academy.
Enjoy an evening of reconnecting with the ACE family, celebrating scholar achievements, sharing memories, and honoring the people who have helped make the Summer Learning Experience possible.
Event Details
Date: Friday, July 31, 2026
Time: 5:00–7:00 PM
Location: South Shore K-8
Whether you participated in one summer or all ten, we invite you to join us as we celebrate the legacy of the Summer Learning Experience and launch the next decade of impact.
We look forward to celebrating with our entire ACE family—past, present, and future!
2026 Brothers in Education Summit
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.
Register Today
When: Saturday, August 8th, 2026
Time: 8am- 4pm
Location: Puget Sound Educational Service District (PSESD) 800 Oakesdale Avenue SW, Renton Wa 98057
Interested in leading a workshop for the Summit?
ACE is now accepting presenter proposals for our next Black Educator Institute Summit, which will take place on August 8th. This year’s theme, Brothers in Education: Practice in Power, centers the voices, experiences, strategies, and leadership of Black male educators and those committed to supporting their success.
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 stil open.
2026 Night of Excellence Fundraising Gala
ACE Academy proudly invites you to our 4th Annual Night of Excellence Fundraising Gala, an elegant evening dedicated to celebrating the achievements, leadership, and bright futures of the young men we serve.
Join us on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at the beautiful Hyatt Regency Lake Washington for a night of inspiration, community, and impact. This signature event brings together educators, mentors, community leaders, families, and supporters to celebrate the success of ACE scholars while raising critical funds that support mentorship, academic enrichment, leadership development, and scholarship opportunities.
Throughout the evening, guests will enjoy a memorable program highlighting student success stories, community recognition, and the transformative work happening through ACE Academy. Fundraising galas like this provide nonprofits an opportunity to celebrate achievements while strengthening relationships with supporters and generating vital resources for their mission.
By attending or sponsoring the Night of Excellence, you are investing directly in programs that empower Black young men with the family, academic support, motivation, and environment they need to succeed.
✨ Save the date and celebrate excellence with us.
📍 Location: Hyatt Regency Lake Washington
📅 Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026