School Smarts NYC
Your trusted guide to New York City high school admissions, special education support, and finding the best-fit school for your child.
School Smarts NYC gives parents expert tips, guidance, and real talk on navigating the NYC school system—from applications and screened admissions to IEPs, 504 plans, and beyond.
Because student success starts with informed families—and maybe a little humor to get you through it.
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How to Research NYC High Schools Like a Pro (with NYC-SIFT Creator Adrian Liang)
In this episode of the School Smarts NYC podcast, host Carolyn DeFir speaks with Adrian Liang, the creator of NYC-SIFT, a free tool designed to help families navigate New York City high school admissions. They discuss Adrian's background, the challenges he faced while building NYC-SIFT, and how the tool aggregates data to assist parents and students in making informed decisions. The conversation also covers the importance of keeping an open mind during the admissions process, the value of community feedback, and the future enhancements planned for NYC-SIFT.