A variety of after-school, career preparation, and employment programs designed to support youth development, academic success, and career readiness.

Free after-school program combining reading and writing activities. Students attend Book Club to explore different types of books and Workshop to learn grammar and write in various genres including...

A three-week summer program blending dance and STEM to empower girls through tech-infused performances.

An intensive six‑week internship introducing students to health careers through hands‑on experience in healthcare settings and weekly group sessions.

A multi-tiered program offering after-school, apprenticeship, and paid internship opportunities focused on environmental education and stewardship.

A year-long science mentorship program where NYC high school students conduct biodiversity research using DNA barcoding.

Creative writing, poetry, and performance programs for youth, including fellowships, workshops, open mics, and competitions.

Free afternoon/evening high school completion program with academic support, career prep, and internships

The following is a paid message from Ascend Public Charter Schools. Ascend Public Charter Schools is a network of K-12 public schools in Brooklyn dedicated to providing all students rich and...

The following is a paid message from Explore Schools. About Explore Explore Schools is a network of 6 K-8 public charter schools located in Central Brooklyn. Founded in 2002, their mission is to...

Be careful when drawing up your list of high school choices. Don't list a school you are not willing to attend. If you are assigned to a school you don't like, but listed it on your application, it...

Upcoming InsideSchools events Past InsideSchools events Open Doors: Education Access for NYC's Older Newcomer Youth Join InsideSchools and the Internationals Network for Public Schools for a...

View a recording of the webinar here. Since the spring of 2022, more than 42,000 newcomer students have enrolled in NYC public schools, many of whom are between the ages of 18 and 21. These older...

Each year more than 25,000 8th-graders take the Specialized High Schools Admissions Test (SHSAT) to vie for roughly 5,000 seats at eight of the nine specialized high schools, including Bronx...

The following is a paid message from Kenny Tan Test Prep. Parents know that getting their child into their high school of choice can be an uphill climb. Helping them receive an offer from one of...

Thank you to all who attended our event! View the recording of the webinar on InsideSchool's YouTube channel Details: The launch of NYC Reads, DOE's new literacy program based around the...

“What’s a MySchools account?” “How can I speak with my child’s teacher who doesn’t speak any Spanish? “Do my kids get a school bus?” “I used to be a mechanic in my home country, how can I get a...

Horizons New York City’s mission is to advance education equity by reducing summer learning loss. HNYC and our program sites provide academic access, opportunity, and guidance for under-served stud...

Students learn the fundamentals of cybersecurity and computer science

If you haven’t found a middle school seat for your child at this late date or are unhappy with the one you have, don't despair. Sometimes space opens up the first week of September—as families move...

Learning Black history is a year-round endeavor, but since this is Black History Month, let's kick it off with a few educational resources for the whole family. Reading Rockets: Watch interviews...

The following is a sponsored message from Ascend Public Charter Schools. Join Ascend, with caring, committed teachers who see the brilliance and potential in every child! Attend an Open House or...

InsideSchools proudly partners with organizations dedicated to NYC families, providing resources and events to help navigate the public school system and advocate for children’s learning needs....

Every child is different. One child may need more support learning to read than her classmate, and another may “get” math concepts better when he has something to touch and count. Supporting how...

“Gifted and Talented” explained Your child will most likely attend their zoned neighborhood elementary school. It's close to your home and you are guaranteed a spot (almost always). However, New...