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Start here: Your Child's First School
Sep
30
12:00 PM12:00
public school

Start here: Your Child's First School

Preschool, 2s, 3s & Public 3-K
Perfect for families with children ages 0–3 who are beginning their school journey.

Choosing your child's first school can feel overwhelming. Should you consider daycare, private preschool, or Public 3-K? What's the difference, and how do you know which option is right for your child?

In this webinar, Dana will provide a calm, practical overview of the early childhood landscape in NYC, helping you understand your options and make confident decisions for your family.

You'll learn:

  • The differences between daycare, private preschool, and Public 3-K

  • How to decide which type of program is the best fit for your child and your family

  • The differences between stand-alone preschools and ongoing private schools

  • What to look for when researching and visiting schools

  • How Public 3-K works, including the different types of 3-K programs, timelines, and the application process

  • How the match works and how to build a thoughtful application

  • How your early childhood choices may influence future school decisions

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$25 for Park Slope Parent Members
$35 for non-members

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The next step: Get Ready for Pre-K & Kindergarten
Oct
6
12:00 PM12:00
public school

The next step: Get Ready for Pre-K & Kindergarten

Navigating NYC Public School Options
Perfect for families preparing to apply to NYC Public Pre-K or Kindergarten.

Whether your child is coming from daycare, private preschool, Public 3-K, or staying home, this webinar will help you confidently navigate the NYC public school application process and choose schools that are the right fit for your family. Join Dana Szarf from NYC School Help for a clear, practical guide to the application process. She will help you understand your options, make sense of the choices available to you, and approach the process with confidence.

You'll learn:

  • The differences between Public Pre-K and Kindergarten admissions

  • Understanding your public school options, including zoned, non-zoned, district, charter, dual language and Gifted & Talented programs

  • How the NYC application process and match system work

  • How to build a thoughtful school list using MySchools and other DOE resources

  • What to look for when researching and visiting schools

  • Application timelines, admissions priorities, and what to expect at each stage

  • Waitlists, offers, and what happens after offers are released

  • Common mistakes families make during the application process

Tickets here

$25 for Park Slope Parent Members
$35 for non-members

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Public 3K and PreK Demystified
May
20
12:00 PM12:00
nursery school, public school

Public 3K and PreK Demystified

This live webinar is a clear eyed translation of the DOE's timelines and procedures plus the insight of an educational consultant, experienced educator and Brooklyn mom. This is a famously confusing process, and it does not have to be.

  • How the match works and how to make a thoughtful application.

  • How the Pre-K process is the same and different from Kindergarten and what is important to know about Pre-K "strategy".

  • What to look for in a classroom.

  • The timeline and what Pre-K can mean for the future.

  • Different types of 3-K and Pre-K programs

  • Is 3-K really for all?

tickets here: Park Slope Parent members $25, non-members $40

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Public 3K and PreK Demystified
Feb
9
7:00 PM19:00
nursery school, public school

Public 3K and PreK Demystified

This live webinar is a clear eyed translation of the DOE's timelines and procedures plus the insight of an educational consultant, experienced educator and Brooklyn mom. This is a famously confusing process, and it does not have to be.

  • How the match works and how to make a thoughtful application.

  • How the Pre-K process is the same and different from Kindergarten and what is important to know about Pre-K "strategy".

  • What to look for in a classroom.

  • The timeline and what Pre-K can mean for the future.

  • Different types of 3-K and Pre-K programs

  • Is 3-K really for all?

tickets here: Park Slope Parent members $25, non-members $35

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Public Kindergarten Demystified
Jan
14
12:00 PM12:00
public school

Public Kindergarten Demystified

For parents of children with 2021 and 2022 birthdays.
You will get a clear-eyed translation of the DOE's timelines and procedures, plus the insight of an educational consultant, experienced educator and Brooklyn mom. Here are the topics that Dana will cover: 

  • Kindergarten options and what they mean zoned, unzoned, magnet, charter schools and dual language programs.

  • Gifted and Talented Programs: district and citywide.

  • How the match works and how to build a balanced application

  • What to look for in a classroom

  • Kindergarten Timeline

While Dana won't be talking about specific schools, the information will be pertinent no matter what district you live in.

Tickets:
Park Slope Parent Members $25
Non- Park Slope Parent Member $35

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Public 3K and PreK Demystified
Sep
30
12:00 PM12:00
nursery school, public school

Public 3K and PreK Demystified

This live webinar is a clear eyed translation of the DOE's timelines and procedures plus the insight of an educational consultant, experienced educator and Brooklyn mom. This is a famously confusing process, and it does not have to be.

  • How the match works and how to make a thoughtful application.

  • How the Pre-K process is the same and different from Kindergarten and what is important to know about Pre-K "strategy".

  • What to look for in a classroom.

  • The timeline and what Pre-K can mean for the future.

  • Different types of 3-K and Pre-K programs

  • Is 3-K really for all?

tickets here: Park Slope Parent members $25, non-members $35

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Public Kindergarten Demystified
Sep
10
12:00 PM12:00
public school

Public Kindergarten Demystified

For parents of children with 2021 and 2022 birthdays.
You will get a clear-eyed translation of the DOE's timelines and procedures, plus the insight of an educational consultant, experienced educator and Brooklyn mom. Here are the topics that Dana will cover: 

  • Kindergarten options and what they mean zoned, unzoned, magnet, charter schools and dual language programs.

  • Gifted and Talented Programs: district and citywide.

  • How the match works and how to build a balanced application

  • What to look for in a classroom

  • Kindergarten Timeline

While Dana won't be talking about specific schools, the information will be pertinent no matter what district you live in.

Tickets here:
Park Slope Parent Members $25
Non- Park Slope Parent Member $35

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Dana's Public 3K and PreK: Demystified with Park Slope Parents
May
22
12:00 PM12:00
public school

Dana's Public 3K and PreK: Demystified with Park Slope Parents

Tickets for PSP Members $25, non-members $35
Tickets HERE

This is a famously confusing process, and it does not have to be.
You will get a clear-eyed translation of the DOE's timelines and procedures plus the insight of an educational consultant, experienced educator and Brooklyn mom. Here are the topics that Dana will cover: 

  • How the match works and how to make a thoughtful application.

  • How the Pre-K process is the same and different from Kindergarten and what is important to know about Pre-K "strategy".

  • What to look for in a classroom.

  • The timeline and what Pre-K can mean for the future.

  • Different types of 3-K and Pre-K programs

  • Is 3-K really for all?

For parents of children with 2022 birthdays, this workshop will give you the final understanding of the Pre-K (2025-2026) application process.

For parents of children with 2023 birthdays, you will get an overview of the 3K application process and what are the implications of choosing a particular program for this stage.

While Dana won't be talking about specific schools, the information will be pertinent no matter what district you live in. 

Tickets for PSP Members $25, non-members $35
Tickets HERE

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1/8/25 Dana's Public Kindergarten Demystified
Jan
8
7:00 PM19:00
public school

1/8/25 Dana's Public Kindergarten Demystified

The information you need when you are new to the city, or just feel that way because you have no idea what is up with public schools in Brooklyn; zoned, unzoned, charter and dual language. As well as what is or isn’t going on with G&T.

tickets here $25 for PSP members
tickets here $35 for non PSP members

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5/22/24 Dana's Public Kindergarten Demystified for Park Slope Parent members
May
22
12:00 PM12:00
public school

5/22/24 Dana's Public Kindergarten Demystified for Park Slope Parent members

The information you need when you are new to the city, or just feel that way because you have no idea what is up with public schools in Brooklyn; zoned, unzoned, charter and dual language. As well as what is or isn’t going on with G&T.

tickets here $25 for PSP members

Not a member? click here to become one today

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5/8/24 Dana's 3K, PreK Demystified for Park Slope Parent members
May
8
12:00 PM12:00
public school

5/8/24 Dana's 3K, PreK Demystified for Park Slope Parent members

The information you need when you are new to the city, or just feel that way because you have no idea what is up with public schools in Brooklyn; zoned, unzoned, charter and dual language. As well as what is or isn’t going on with G&T.

tickets here $25 for PSP members

Not a member? click here to become one today

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2/6/24 Dana's 3K, PreK, and Kindergarten Demystified for Park Slope Parent members
Feb
6
12:00 PM12:00
public school

2/6/24 Dana's 3K, PreK, and Kindergarten Demystified for Park Slope Parent members

The information you need when you are new to the city, or just feel that way because you have no idea what is up with public schools in Brooklyn; zoned, unzoned, charter and dual language. As well as what is or isn’t going on with G&T.

tickets here $25

Not a member? click here to become one today

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