✅ Invest in Libraries to provide SHSAT Prep for all – Increase funding for free test prep programs, especially

in underrepresented neighborhoods

✅ More Testing Locations & Dates – Ensure students from all boroughs can easily take the exam

✅ Diversity & Outreach Programs – Strengthen outreach in low-income communities to encourage participation

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✅ Universal Pre-K & 3-K – Expand access to early childhood education to close achievement gaps before they start

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✅ Diverse Curriculum – Ensure history, literature, and social studies reflect NYC’s diverse communities

✅ More Special Education Support – Reduce wait times for IEP evaluations and increase funding for special education services

✅ Language Access for Immigrant Families – Provide translation services and bilingual education programs to support non-English-speaking students

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✅ Mental Health Resources – Increase access to school counselors and social workers

✅ Career & Technical Education (CTE) – Expand programs in tech, healthcare, and trades to prepare students for high-paying jobs

✅ Stronger College & Career Readiness – More college advising, SAT prep, and financial aid workshops for underserved students

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✅ Mandatory Personal Finance Classes – Teach budgeting, saving, credit management, and investing in all NYC high schools

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✅ Financial Education in Middle Schools – Early exposure to topics like banking, debt, and responsible spending

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✅ Partnerships with Banks & Credit Unions – Hands-on learning with student bank accounts and savings programs

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✅ Entrepreneurship & Investing Basics – Teach students about building wealth and financial independence

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✅ Financial Literacy for Parents – Free workshops to help families with budgeting, college savings, and homeownership

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✅ Access to Financial Aid & Scholarships – Ensure every student understands FAFSA, student loans, and debt management

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✅ Teaching Credit & Avoiding Debt Traps – Educate students on credit scores, predatory lending, and responsible borrowing