Upper School Collaborative

CONSHOHOCKEN, PA – AIM Academy is thrilled to open the doors to its highly anticipated Global Innovation Hub, a pioneering educational space designed to inspire, challenge, and equip students for the future. The ribbon-cutting ceremony, taking place on Monday, November 11, will bring together community members, corporate partners, and local representatives and local representatives as well as Pennsylvania Chief Transformation Officer Ben Kirshner.

The event will also feature remarks from AIM student Jonah C., who will share their personal journey and excitement for his future experience learning in this innovative space. Asher Raphael, Co-CEO of Power Home Remodeling and a valued AIM donor, will speak on the importance of supporting neurodiverse learners. 

During the event, attendees will be treated to live demonstrations showcasing the Hub's cutting-edge learning environments, including a sneak peek into AIM’s “Immersive Exploration” classroom where students use Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) to dive into hands-on projects that redefine traditional learning. From dissecting digital organs to building chemical models, these interactive sessions will highlight AIM’s commitment to experiential education and future-ready skills.

The Global Innovation Hub is a 17,000-square-foot facility, part of AIM’s “AIM Higher” campaign and funded in part by a recent $250,000 grant through the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP). The Hub is poised to be a game-changer in education, with spaces like the Corporate Commons, where AIM students and corporate partners work side-by-side to develop real-world solutions. This collaborative environment opens doors for students to earn industry-recognized certification badges, gain hands-on experience, and network with professionals—all before they graduate​

“AIM’s Global Innovation Hub is the realization of a bold vision,” said AIM Academy Co-Founder Pat Roberts. “We are deeply thankful for the support from the Commonwealth’s RACP program, which has made it possible to bring this extraordinary resource to life. This space will help transform education for our students and serve as a model for the future of learning. We’re excited to show the world what our students can achieve here.”

The ribbon-cutting ceremony promises to be an unforgettable event, inviting guests to explore how AIM is pushing the boundaries of education to prepare students with language-based learning differences to thrive in an increasingly complex world. Media are encouraged to attend and capture the dynamic spirit of this transformative space.