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New York City schools released next year’s calendar. Nobody will be happy.
You can now make your vacation plans for next year. The long-awaited NYC Department of Education calendar has been released. The three key dates to know: The school calendar determines the rhythms of city life far beyond the families served by New York City public schools, from commutes to commerce. In recent years, meeting the…
Parents say NYC schools’ AI policy leaves out what matters most: students
Late last month, the city released its initial guidance on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in schools and asked for public feedback by May 8. The response from students, parents and educators interviewed by Epicenter NYC was primarily frustration that the guidelines focus almost entirely on how staff and teachers can and cannot use…
It’s not too late to apply to these free or paid teen opportunities in New York this summer
As children grow into teens, for many parents, the search for affordable summer camps gives way to the quest for free or paid teen summer programs. Internships and enrichment opportunities, especially those with stipends, can be competitive and are increasingly scarce. Some longtime programs have closed due to funding cuts. Others’ application deadlines passed during…
What you need to know about applying for free 3-K and pre-K in NYC, ahead of Feb. 27 deadline
Applications for 3-K and pre-K opened Jan. 14, and the deadline is Feb. 27. Mayor Zohran Mamdani is urging families to apply, saying the program could reshape affordability for thousands of families. City leaders say this year is different. Under the previous administration, outreach was deprioritized, leaving thousands of empty seats — especially in neighborhoods…
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