Empowering Educators
Build the skill, confidence, and practice to create meaningful learning relationships.
Eagle Academy Foundation
The Eagle
Institute
EAF’s audacious response to scale the Foundation’s impact for more young men of color.
The Eagle Institute
Scaling Impact For Young Men of Color
The Eagle Institute trains, consults with, and convenes adults nationwide to build the conditions young men of color need to thrive.
By sharing the proven practices, curriculum, and school design of the Eagle Academy model, the Institute helps partners create lasting impact at a scalable and cost-efficient level.
2,000+Educators Trained
10+Districts Served
18Years of Excellence
What We Offer
Our Offerings
Year-Round · PK–12
Black Studies Curriculum
A liberatory, rigorous curriculum that centers Black history, culture, intellect, and contribution across the school year.
Ongoing · Nationwide
Professional Learning
Practical, relationship-centered learning experiences that equip educators to better serve young men of color.
Consulting · Districts
School Design & Strategy
Consulting and strategic partnership to build learning environments where young men of color can thrive.
Our Strategy
How we transform outcomes
The Institute works alongside adults and institutions to reshape the conditions surrounding young men of color.
Inclusive Learning Environments
Design schools where identity, belonging, and high expectations reinforce each other.
Strong Partnerships
Convening partners around shared responsibility for the futures of young men of color.
Leadership Development
Supporting leaders who can sustain change across classrooms, schools, and systems.
Participant Spotlight
Eagle Winter InstitutePatrick Shaw · Educator & Participant
A Powerful & Enriching Space
The Eagle Winter Institute was a powerful and enriching space to learn, reflect, and connect with other educators committed to young men of color.
Patrick’s gratitude reflects the Institute’s purpose: creating space for educators to learn with one another and return to their students with deeper clarity, greater conviction, and renewed purpose.
With heartfelt gratitude — Patrick Shaw
Partner With Us
Bring the Eagle Model to Your Community
Explore a partnership with the Eagle Institute to create more equitable and empowering outcomes for young men of color.
For partnership inquiries, contact our team directly.
Email info@eafny.orgNew York, Los Angeles, Buffalo, Chicago & more