Familiar Place, New Beginnings: A Student’s Excitement for College at NYU
Alexander, a high school senior, shares his excitement for college and his plans to continue volunteering in his community.
Making the Most of Every Opportunity: Keionnah’s Growth at TYWLS Astoria
Keionnah, a high school senior, shares her aspirations for entrepreneurship and cosmetics, and encourages younger students to find their own paths.
Student Spotlight: Nina’s Exploration of Postsecondary Pathways
Nina, a high school senior, shares her college and career exploration process and her plans for the Navy after graduation.
Storytelling as a Catalyst for Change: Nadia’s Passions for Art, Fashion, and Language
High school senior Nadia A. shares her journey to college through her passion for art and fashion.
New York City Senior Overcomes Pandemic Setbacks to Graduate 2024
Originally published in Chalkbeat on June 21, 2024By Alex Zimmerman Ashanty is a senior at Urban Assembly School for Applied Mathematics and Science, a CollegeBound…
Kara Young Wins Tony Award for Featured Actress in a Play
Originally published in Playbill on June 16, 2024By Julia Chambers Kara Young is an alumna of The Young Women’s Leadership School and a 2022 Honoree…
Representation is Powerful. Without it, I Doubted Success was Possible for Me.
Originally published in Chalkbeat New York on June 12, 2024By Shamima A. Shamima is a senior at Central Park East High School, a CollegeBound Initiative…
My Dad Loved All Living Things. I Hope He is Watching Animal Planet in Heaven.
Originally published in Chalkbeat New York on June 3, 2024By Shamima A. Shamima is a senior at Central Park East High School, a CollegeBound Initiative…
Student Perspective: Why I Became a Youth Votes Ambassador
Jade C. is a senior at The Young Women’s Leadership School (TYWLS) of the Bronx. Last summer, she joined the NYC Votes Youth Ambassador program…
Student Feature: CBI Senior Embraces Photography and His Own Leadership Potential
Image above: Daniel J. with one of his photos selected for exhibition at a Photoville festival in 2023 Bronx native Daniel J.’s love of photography…
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