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Don’t Miss Out on Federal Pell Grants

05/28/2025 Federal Student Aid
Don’t Miss Out on Federal Pell Grants

Millions of undergraduate students receive Federal Pell Grants every year to help pay for college, career school, or trade school. But many people miss out because they don’t think they’re eligible or don’t know how to apply. Don’t let this be you! Read on to learn what you need to know.

What is a Federal Pell Grant?

Federal Pell Grant is a type of grant that provides funds to help pay for school. Pell Grants are typically awarded to undergraduate students who display exceptional financial need. Unlike federal student loans, Pell Grants don’t have to be paid back except under certain circumstances.

For more information: https://t.co/im7ji5PQvg 

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Second Chance Program

05/28/2025 City Universities of New York

Restart your education. Rewrite your success story. The Second Chance Program at BMCC gives students with low GPAs an opportunity to explain their academic history and request special admission.

  • Are you thinking about transferring, but your previous GPA is not a 2.0?
  • Perhaps your first college experience didn’t show your true capabilities?
  • Maybe your first school wasn’t a good fit?
  • Maybe you were too young to take it seriously?
  • Maybe you had some family or personal matters that needed to take priority?

Maybe now is the right time for a second chance—BMCC believes in second chances.

 

For more information: https://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/admissions/second-chance-program-2/ 

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It's Healthy and Safe Swimming Week!

05/27/2025 NYC Parks
a person and a child in a swimming pool
One of the best ways to be safe in and around the water is to learn to swim. NYC offers free swimming lessons for children and adults year-round. Learn more: http://on.nyc.gov/3Nx8KLO
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Attention, NYC families!

05/23/2025 NYC Public Schools
 Your child's 3-K offer to NYC Public Schools is now available! Accept and secure your child's seat by June 13! Learn more: http://nyc.gov/3k
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NYCHA Project Move-in Day

05/22/2025 NYCHA
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Project Move-In Day by @NYCService& @NYCHA

offers college-bound students free items like towels, comforters & more to ease your dorm/off-campus transition. Apply by the June 1st deadline. For details & form, email partnerships@nycha.nyc.gov

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Planning to travel this summer?

05/22/2025 NYC Healthy
Talk to your pediatrician to make sure your children have all recommended vaccinations, including an extra MMR dose for infants aged 6-11 months to prevent measles! Learn more: http://on.nyc.gov/measles
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Be a part of the inaugural EPIC class this fall

05/22/2025 DCAS
Get your GED while earning college credits. Classes are online and in-person. For the application and more information, visit: https://on.nyc.gov/DCAS-EPIC-web
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Batter up! Summer Night Lights 2025 is back!

05/21/2025 DYCD
DYCD’s  league is now accepting applications through May 23. The league runs July to August at Elston Gene Howard Field. Last season ended where legends play - Yankee Stadium! Apply now: http://bit.ly/summernightlights25
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Does your child need support learning to safely navigate their community?

05/20/2025 NYC Public Schools
 safety and independence training for families

 Are you interested in learning how to support your child toward independence? We are excited to announce the launch of a new pilot program this summer: Student Safety & Independence Training for Families!

Eligibility: Families of students in NYC with disabilities who currently travel to and from school by mandated specialized transportation (school bus).

Submit your application by May 23, 2025, at 11:59 PM EDT. Application Link: http://bit.ly/SafetyIndependenceTrainingForm…  Space is limited - apply today! Questions? For any inquiries, please contact FamilySafetyTraining@schools.nyc.gov

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Student Records and Transcripts

05/20/2025 NYC Public Schools
Transcripts help schools, students, and families track student progress in school. Students, parents, and guardians can view and get copies of student records, including transcripts. This is stated in the New York City Department of Education’s (DOE) Parents’ Bill of Rights and Student Bill of Rights.
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