Manhattan Star Academy

Lindsay Mendez, 2018 Tony Award winner for the recent revival of Carousel

Tony Winner Lindsay Mendez to Perform at Starry Night Gala

Wed, April 10, 2019

Lindsay Mendez, the 2018 Tony Award winner for the recent revival of Carousel , has long been an advocate for diversity on the Broadway stage. She has provided greater visibility for performers of color in theater with her impressive career, and she now lends her talents to support an organization within a vulnerable community: children with developmental and intellectual disabilities.

MSA Welcomes Spring

Tue, March 19, 2019

Everyone was a star at Manhattan Star Academy's Spring Concert last Friday. Every year the school throws an event to celebrate its students and show parents how MSA's curriculum incorporates music.

A Leap of Faith

Tue, November 24, 2015

As we approach Thanksgiving and Giving Tuesday on Dec. 1, all of us have much for which to be grateful. Christine Grounds, whose son Nicholas attends our Manhattan Star Academy, is sharing her story as we gear up for Giving Tuesday on Dec. 1

Our Top 10 Stories of 2015

Thu, December 31, 2015

2015 was a year of partnership, opportunity and advocacy. There were so many incredible moments from throughout our organization. Our Top 10 Stories from 2015 illustrate how YAI has made great strides in bringing its mission of living, loving, working and learning to life. We have much work ahead in 2016. By embracing a culture of constant conversation, we will continue to learn what's most important to people, so we can align our supports and services with their wants and needs.