A free, virtual college-access and SAT-prep program with near-peer coaching.

Year-round college and career readiness program with STEAM electives, SAT prep, mentoring, and paid internships.

A 14-month program that supports high-achieving Black and Latinx NYC students, guiding them through the independent school admissions process and preparing them for success in top independent high ...

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

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 Kenny Tan Test Prep. Are you looking for expert guidance on preparing for the Specialized High Schools Admissions Test (SHSAT)? Join Greg's Tutoring NYC and...

On February 8, InsideSchools hosted a day-long event for nearly 100 immigrant families at The New School. The day felt especially urgent given the current political climate. Just two weeks...

The following is a paid message from Voice Charter School. VOICE Charter School is a K-8 public charter school located in Queens. Founded in 2008, their Mission is to develop every child into a...

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...

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...

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...

Recording of virtual workshop hosted by Dyslexia Alliance for Black Children and InsideSchools on Tuesday, May 7, 2024. This workshop aims to empower families with the knowledge and skills...

Mamadou Aliou Labe Diallo (second from the left) joins InsideSchools staff and family at the Rally for Immigrant Students. On June 6, 2024, InsideSchools joined the Rally for Immigrant Students,...

Thank you to everyone who attended our event! And thank you to Dyslexia Alliance for Black Children for their partnership and providing the presenters, Debbie Meyer and Resha Conroy. View the...

The following is a sponsored message from Brilla Public Charter Schools. Allow Brilla to help your child thrive in every aspect of their lives—today and far into the future. Brilla Public Charter...

The following is a sponsored message from Family Life Academy Charter Schools. Your Child’s Journey Begins Here. Family Life Academy Charter Schools (FLACS) are K-12 free public charter schools...

New York City is one of the most segregated school systems in the country, but some schools buck the trend and enroll a mix of children of different races and income levels. How do they do it? And...

John, father of 3, who have attended the following schools: PS 87, PS 75, PS 112 M, PS 206 M, Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem, Booker T. Washington, Computer School, Frank Sinatra, and...

If your child has special needs, applying to high school can be an especially daunting task. The information you need to make good choices may not be readily available on school websites or in the...

In middle school, the academic work gets harder. Help your tween read better with three easy tips you can do at home. 1) “Click or Clunk”: Check your understanding Help your child become a...

According to city regulations, your child may change schools if you move, or if there are significant safety or medical issues at your current school. An elementary school child may apply for a...

Many schools have after-school programs to accommodate children of parents who work. Some of these programs are free, but most charge a fee. Some after-school programs are held in the school...

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...

As a part of the Center for NYC Affairs at The New School, InsideSchools combines practical information for parents and cutting-edge policy research. Past research projects include a look at...