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New York Appleseed Statement on Set-Aside Admissions Plans for Individual Schools
New York Appleseed’s latest briefing challenges the false divide between school-by-school and systemic integration strategies, showing how set-aside admissions plans can drive equity and meaningful reform citywide.
Jun 13, 201923 min read
Another Victory for New York City
New York Appleseed celebrated a key milestone in 2015 when NYC Chancellor Carmen Fariña approved diversity admissions priorities at seven additional schools in gentrifying neighborhoods. This win built on years of advocacy and marked an important step toward addressing demographic shifts with equity and inclusion.
Apr 17, 20161 min read
DOE announces expansion of school diversity pilot program
New York Appleseed celebrates another step forward for integration as the NYC Department of Education expands its school diversity pilot program. Building on the success of PS 133, this development opens the door for schools citywide to adopt admissions plans that promote equity and inclusion.
Mar 26, 20161 min read
PS 133 Student Assignment Plan
In 2012, New York Appleseed helped launch a groundbreaking admissions plan at P.S. 133 in Park Slope, using student-assignment preferences to promote diversity. The plan became a model for other NYC schools seeking to integrate by giving priority to low-income students and English Language Learners.
Apr 17, 20131 min read
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