It's Time to Apply to High School in New York City

It's Time to Apply to High School in New York City

It's officially a very busy time of year for New York City's eighth graders.

The high school admissions season is revving up, and families had a chance to attend the citywide high school fair over the weekend at Brooklyn Technical High School. It's an event where the majority of New York City's approximately 400 public high schools set up tables and answer families' questions.

Beyond the sheer number of choices, there is much to consider — such as how to prep for audition programs or the specialized high school test; whether to attend a career and technical school; or, for students with physical disabilities, figuring out which schools will meet their accessibility needs. . .