Earlier this month, Kevin Medina, a high-school sophomore, stepped up to the microphone at a crowded public hearing to defend the East Harlem middle school that, he says, changed his life.
Read MoreChoosing a high school in New York City can be a daunting task, with more than 700 programs to choose from in 400-plus schools throughout the five boroughs. Now, a new app helps students and families simplify their search by focusing the choice process on a personalized list of 20 best-fit schools.
Read More"I am excited to return in a capacity that will allow me to work directly with students and families in programming designed to explore ideas, encourage self-discovery and promote lifelong learning through hands on experiences and connections to caring adults and professionals," says Brown.
Read MoreI decided to be an AmeriCorps Teaching Fellow because I've met so many adults impacted by childhood trauma. I feel like if someone was able to be a positive light to them in their childhood things could have been different. It made me reflect on my life and the support I had. At that moment I realized my calling to be a resource to children through education.
Read MoreOver 23 teams joined us at Swerve Fitness on June 3 to help raise, nearly $54,000 to help fight the opportunity gap in New York City Public schools!
Read MoreDonna Fontana is a leader in the financial industry, with 25+ years experience, and currently serves as Senior Vice President of Sales with Fidelity Clearing and Custody Solutions.
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