NYC Embarks on Comprehensive Mental Health Strategy that Expands Clubhouses

NYC Embarks on Comprehensive Mental Health Strategy that Expands Clubhouses

Yesterday, New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced a comprehensive mental health plan that includes significantly scaling clubhouses like Fountain House, as well as other investments to support those living with serious mental illness, address youth mental health, and turn the tide of overdose deaths. The news recognizes how the clubhouse model, pioneered by Fountain House, …

CUNY waives application fee for NYC high school seniors

CUNY waives application fee until April 15 for NYC high school seniors The move could boost enrollment at CUNY’s undergraduate schools and programs as college enrollment remains below pre-pandemic levels. To boost enrollment, CUNY waives application fee for NYC high school seniors By Reema AminMar 3, 2023, 12:37pm EST In an effort to encourage more students …

Help Promote the NYC School Survey

Dear Parent Leaders, Every year, we ask all families, teachers, and staff in grades 3-K through 12, and students in grades 6-12 to take the NYC School Survey.  The survey gives school leaders a better understanding of what members of their school community think about their school. The information collected by the survey is designed …

2023 CCEC Candidate Forums

Dear Council Members and Family Leadership Coordinators, Please share the information below with your communities and at your respective meetings. It is now time for candidate forums! Candidate Forums are the best opportunity for the community to meet the candidates running for a council seat. Forums are organized by the district and borough Presidents’ Councils, …

One Week Left – Apply to Pre-K by March 10

العربية /  বাংলা /  中文 /  Français /  Kreyòl ayisyen /  한국어 /  Русский / Español / اردو Dear families,  There’s one week left to apply to pre-K! Remember: submitting a pre-K application is your best chance of getting an offer to a program you want. Already applied? If so, you’re all set. Haven’t applied yet? Submit your child’s application by March 10. All New York City children born in 2019 can apply.  You …

One Week Left – Apply to 3-K by March 10

العربية /  বাংলা /  中文 /  Français /  Kreyòl ayisyen /  한국어 /  Русский / Español / اردو Dear families,  There’s one week left to apply to 3-K! Remember: submitting a 3-K application is your best chance of getting an offer to a program you want. Already applied? If so, you’re all set. Haven’t applied yet? Submit your child’s application by March 10. All New York City children born in 2020 can apply.  You can …