Education and Schools for Kids in New York: News and Resources

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Exclusive: More Than 250,000 NYC Students Have Access to Over $42 Million in College Scholarship Funds

By Náosha Gregg

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After-School Programs

6 Rock Climbing Gyms in NYC That Are Great for Kids

By Oceane Goriou & Danielle Ramos

Relevant Directory Listings

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Whitby School

A co-ed independent preschool through 8th grade. Serving Westchester & Fairfield Counties.

The Knox School

The Knox School is Long Island’s oldest established private school.

The Cathedral School

Manhattan Independent Preschool and Day School

Green Meadow Waldorf School

Green Meadow Waldorf School: An Innovative Approach to Teaching

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Brooklyn

Brooklyn’s Plant Powered Kids Festival Encourages Everyone to Eat Healthier

By Náosha Gregg

NYC Specialized High School Admissions Test Goes Digital

Elementary to High School

NYC Specialized High School Admissions Test Goes Digital

By Danielle Ramos

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A Cell Phone Ban Is Coming to New York Schools

By Náosha Gregg

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Westchester Family

Calling All Students! Nominate Your Teacher Today

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AMNY

Universal childcare push at City Hall park sees hundreds of parents and tots urge City Hall to lift economic hardships, provide free programs

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7 Safe and Credible News Sites for Children

By Náosha Gregg

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Bounce Back into routine after Holiday Break

Daycare & Preschool

Get Back on Track: 5 Tips to Slip Back into a Routine After the Holiday Break

By Alexa Lutter

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Indoor Play Spaces in Westchester

By Westchester Family & Thalia Fernandez

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New York Public Library Shares the 10 Most Checked-Out Books of 2024

By Náosha Gregg

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Elementary to High School

Baby It’s Warm Inside: New Law Limiting Classroom Temperatures Signed Into Legislation

By Náosha Gregg

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Things to Do with Kids

Visit New York City’s Top Attractions for Free with Culture Pass

By Náosha Gregg

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Elementary to High School

Safety in NYC Schools: Parents & Teachers Voice Concerns

By Náosha Gregg

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18 Great Holiday Books for Kids of All Ages

By Náosha Gregg

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At Friends Academy, Class Size Matters

By New York Family

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Elementary to High School

8 Tips For Supporting Your Student Through the College Application Process

By Kaitlyn Riggio

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Elementary to High School

Is Unschooling Right for Your Child?

By Danielle Ramos

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Brooklyn

NYC 12-Year-Old Petitions to Start Holiday Break Early, and Wins!

By Náosha Gregg