NYC lawmakers are calling for holistic admissions at specialized high schools, citing racial disparities and proposing broader criteria, stronger middle school preparation and expanded support programs. more

Bronx Science students lead VOTE, a growing student-run network promoting youth voter registration, civic education and policy engagement across dozens of high schools in several states. more

Riverdale families can support children’s reading through five free resources, including little libraries, NYC Reads, NYPL branches, Books x Bodegas and online tutoring. more

New York City public schools are barring student-facing generative AI through eighth grade for 2026-27 while limiting screen time and expanding supervised AI literacy and pilot programs in high schools. more

New York City’s first publicly-funded 2-K program will offer roughly 2,000 free seats this fall, including in School District 10, as families navigate high childcare costs and limited availability. more

The New York City Council unanimously approved the Respect Check, a $10,000 payment for paraprofessionals, but Mayor Zohran Mamdani has yet to sign the bill as legal questions remain. more

The University of Mount Saint Vincent and Apex Technical School are partnering to combine skilled trades training with college degrees, giving students flexible pathways to technical certifications, academic credit and long-term career advancement. more