I recall bidding farewell to my parents at Robert Mugabe International Airport, feeling a whirlwind of emotions—excitement, anxiety, sadness—but above all, anticipation. In that moment, I realized just how much I was leaving behind: the familiar streets of Rusape, the warmth of home, and the deep ties to my people. Yet, the opportunity to pursue … Continue reading USAPCS Almuni Spotlight: A Journey Of A Thousand Miles – Growth, Resilience, and Belonging Across Continents
USAP Alum Spotlight: Jesmyda Viyano Named 2025 Mandela Rhodes Scholar
Congratulations to Jesmyda R Viyano (USAP ‘17) for receiving the 2025 Mandela Rhodes Scholarship to pursue a Master’s degree in Public Health at the University of Cape Town! Jesmyda R Viyano graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry and Biophysics from Amherst College in Boston, USA. The Zimbabwean born scholar is committed … Continue reading USAP Alum Spotlight: Jesmyda Viyano Named 2025 Mandela Rhodes Scholar
Extracurricular Excellence At USAPCS
At USAP Community School, the commitment to fostering well-rounded students goes beyond the traditional classroom. Our students actively engage in a variety of extracurricular events that enhance their skills, confidence, and teamwork and underline our school value of CURIOSITY. One of the goals of our robust and diverse extracurricular program is to teach students to … Continue reading Extracurricular Excellence At USAPCS
USAPCS ’23 Insights: A Journey of Growth and Lasting Bonds
On November 18, 2023, the sun set on the USAP Community School, marking the graduation of the Class of 2023. For 42 exceptional students, this day not only celebrated academic achievements but also marked two years of personal growth, dedication, and the formation of lasting connections. The Class of 2023 arrived as strangers to the … Continue reading USAPCS ’23 Insights: A Journey of Growth and Lasting Bonds
USAP Community School: Centering Africa
It’s 7 February 2022 – my first day as a Usaper. Normally, you would expect a lecture on how your classes would be, but alas, there is a test. The most fascinating thing is that it’s not a math test, chemistry or biology test, but rather an African map test. Yes, you read right, an … Continue reading USAP Community School: Centering Africa
Empowering Through Giving: USAPCS ’21 Reflection
As a former student at the USAP Community School, my life has been shaped by the generosity of strangers. Their selfless contributions enabled me to access an education that would have otherwise been beyond my reach. Reflecting on this profound act of giving, has enabled me to understand the true significance of giving without expecting … Continue reading Empowering Through Giving: USAPCS ’21 Reflection
USAP Perspective: The Flight, the Shock, and the Adjustment
“l am sorry Mr. Munashe, but boarding is closed, and no additional passengers will be allowed on the flight.” The very weight of those words gave me a cold realization, it finally sank in-l had missed my flight to America. l was soon to discover that l was not going to be refunded even though … Continue reading USAP Perspective: The Flight, the Shock, and the Adjustment
USAP Alum Spotlight: Tafadzwa Muguwe on track to run marathons in all 50 U.S. States
“I live in Boston and dreamed of running in the Boston Marathon. I failed to qualify the first time I tried, but the preparation and race experience was so intense that I needed to recalibrate. I had discovered that I do actually love running, so I thought why not do this and see the country … Continue reading USAP Alum Spotlight: Tafadzwa Muguwe on track to run marathons in all 50 U.S. States
USAP Perspective: Check In – Summer 2019
Summer 2019, my first in Boston. From meeting new people as well as building on the foundations of professional and personal relationships I have cultivated over the past two years, to seeing my favorite artists play in Boston, the experience was more than I thought it would be. Although I am sad that the summer … Continue reading USAP Perspective: Check In – Summer 2019
USAP in the New York Times
We were ecstatic to wake up on Sunday morning to see that the USAP story was shared in the New York Times! Renowned columnist Frank Bruni wrote a powerful article on our students and our work which you can read here . We are grateful for this positive publicity as we continue to fundraise to … Continue reading USAP in the New York Times