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No More Confusion with NYC School Choice Course by Jacqueline Holland

No More Confusion with NYC School Choice Course by Jacqueline Holland

Thousands of parents, just like you, struggle to navigate the NYC school maze, leaving them feeling lost & helpless. A simple 3-Step process can cut through the confusion and give you confidence. 1. The Timeline 2. School Options 3. The application Process and what comes next.

By Joe & Jacquie Holland In Parenting · Academic Learning · Teen Content

Last updated Mar 14, 2025
English
General Audiences - suitable for all ages

What you'll learn

Course Description

Unlock the Path to the Right School for YOUR Child with My Proven 3-Step Process

Navigating the NYC public school choice process can be daunting for many parents. With so many options and decisions to make, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and unsure. This course, No More Confusion with NYC School Choice, is designed to clarifying the process to equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to make confident decisions for your child's education. The general information covers the Elementary, Middle & High school application process.

What You'll Learn

In this evergreen online course, you will gain insights into:

1. Understanding the School Choice Landscape
- Learn the ins and outs of the NYC school system.
- Discover the different types of schools available and what they offer.

2. Learning to Create a Personalized School Selection Strategy
- Develop strategies tailored to your child's unique needs and interests.
- Identify key factors to consider when choosing a school.

3. Mastering the Application Process
- Get step-by-step guidance on completing applications correctly and efficiently.
- Learn how to handle waitlists.

Why Choose This Course?

- Expert Guidance: Benefit from over 20 years of experience in successfully navigating the school choice process.
- Peace of Mind: Gain the confidence that comes with knowing you're making the best possible decision for your child's future.
- New to NYC: Learn from the insights and experiences of a 1st generation student of immigrants.

Join me in this empowering conversational course to take control of your child's educational choices and set a course for success. This course is also recommended for students applying to middle and high school too.

*This course does not promise entry into any specific schools and the information provided is indepentent of the NYC Department of Education

Content

Jacqueline Holland invites you into a heartfelt discussion on NYC School Choice based on personal and professional experience. Please note: This course is in a conversational and informal style. *Choosing this course will help you understand the process from A -Z but is not a guarantee of school placement or that you will get a specific choice. The knowledge increases your chances by keeping you from making common mistakes and understanding the process better.

Jacqueline Holland Introduction

8m58s

This lesson begins clarifying the timeline for the application process in NYC. Please note that the middle school and high school application process are on the same timeline and the elementary, Pre K & Charter schools are on a different schedule. High School applications are due the first week of December and Middle school later in the month.

Here you will learn about the many school choice options New York City has and what they mean. This helps you determine the types of schools that may be a good fit for your child.

The lessons in this section provide information that lean more towards the high school application process.

Everything gets wrapped up right here. If you would like to work with me directly to help you through the Elementary, Middle or High school application process in NYC, please don't hesitate to leave me a message or Email: School Choice to [email protected]