United Way of New York City
Project Title
For the Education Equity Cabinet: Post-Secondary Success Planning project
Date
Sep. 02, 2021
Duration
12 months
Description
Theimpacts of COVID-19, including learning loss, haveaffected all students and families across New York City. However, the disproportionate impact on students of color in neighborhoods where resources are historically limited has been staggering. Recognizing that summer 2021 represents a unique opportunity to reengage with students and families and to create a springboard to a “COVID Comeback” for the fall, United Way ofNew York City (UWNYC), as a backbone and convener of networks, will support the NYC Department of Education and school communities to convene a cross-industry cohort of partnersto develop an actionable plan that meets the urgent and pressing needs of students, families, teachers and school administrators. With support from the Corporation they will focus on: 1) academic acceleration, 2) meeting social emotional needs, 3) meeting health and wellness needs, 4) providing parent support, engagement and empowerment, 5) addressing the transitional grades needs, 6) creating an enriching and affirming experience that welcomes children and families back to school, and 7) supports planning for 21-22 academic year.