Holy Guacamole! A Visit From Chipotle Inspires Healthy Eating
Friday, March 31, 2017
Last week, Chipotle visited P.S. 64 Educational Alliance during the expanded day with its RAD Lands initiative to show just how delicious it can be to eat healthy. Read full post
One in a Million: Business Projects and Best Advice
Wednesday, March 29, 2017
We’re reaching our 1 millionth student this school year! This blog is part of a series where we journey throughout our expanded learning schools network and get to know some of our students. Meet Modesty, a 6th grader in the Bronx. She’s 1 in a million! Read full post
ExpandED Schools Pathways Fellowship Kicks Off Year Two
Monday, March 27, 2017
On March 22, the ExpandED Schools Pathways Fellowship launched its second year with an orientation for newly selected field placement site directors. Enthusiastic representatives from the Child Center of NY (CCNY), Education Alliance, Morningside Center, the Sports and Arts in Schools Foundation (SASF) and University Settlement convened to not only discuss expectations for next year, but to also reflect on this past year and dream about the future. Read full post
One in a Million: Letting people see who you really are
Wednesday, March 22, 2017
We’re reaching our 1 millionth student this school year! This blog is part of a series where we journey throughout our expanded learning schools network and get to know some of our students. Meet Aaron, a 9th grader in the Bronx. He’s 1 in a million! Read full post
Evidence for Afterschool and Expanded Learning
Monday, March 20, 2017
In fact, there *is* demonstrable evidence that after-school and expanded learning programs are helping kids do better in school. We’ve compiled a short list for the White House budget chief. Read full post
After-school funding is in real danger. Here are two ways to stand up for kids.
Friday, March 17, 2017
There is a real danger that 21st Century Community Learning Centers will sustain deep cuts. What can we do here in New York to prepare for the possibility of cuts to federal after-school funding?
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Meet Our United Airlines NYC Half Runners!
Thursday, March 16, 2017
On March 19, ExpandED Schools will be participating in the United Airlines NYC Half for the 3rd year, and we couldn’t be more excited! Meet these runners who have committed to run to close the learning gap.
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A Hydroponic Farm Grows in Brooklyn
Wednesday, March 15, 2017
Student bumblebees. A pet tilapia named Maybelline. A classroom farm that produces 100 pounds of produce each month. These are just a few of the things you’ll find on any given day at The Urban Assembly Unison School in Brooklyn Read full post
New York Life Employees Come Together for Good Giving
Thursday, March 9, 2017
An exciting fundraising event was a great way for New York Life employees to have fun with colleagues while also raising meaningful funds to help ExpandED Schools. New York Life employee participation coupled with matching contributions from Ted raised a whopping $54,220.41. In the coming weeks, the New York Life Foundation will be making a matching contribution, as well. Read full post
One in a Million: Writing Her Life Story
Wednesday, March 8, 2017
We’re reaching our 1 millionth student this school year! This blog is part of a series where we journey throughout our expanded learning schools network and get to know some of our students. Meet Jada, an 8th grader in the Bronx. She’s 1 in a million! Read full post
