From Classroom to Workplace: the New York City SYEP

School-Based Option

October 24, 2018

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Ø A strategy to organize resources and share leadership so that academics, health, youth development, and family engagement are integrated into the fabric of schools

Ø 61 community-based organizations partner with 227 schools to serve needs of whole child through programs, local and city-wide partnerships and through the use of data for continuous improvement

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NYC Community Schools: Support from All Sides

School-Based SYEP Program Model

Summer work based learning experiences are offered through participating schools in partnership with a Community-Based Partner.Ø Selected students are guaranteed a placementØ 75 - 200 students enrolled / school siteØ Youth paid the prevailing minimum wage ($15/hr)Ø Program is 6 weeks in July and August Ø Students ages 14-21Ø 64 Community and CTE Schools invited for 2019

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School Year Learning Component Work preparation workshops are offered during the Spring semester for 10-15 hours, including:ØResume preparation and interview practiceØFinancial empowermentØCareer exploration and the New York City economyØCollege advisement

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CareerCLUE: Basics of the Model

Ø First-of-its-kind collaboration of the Office of the Mayor, NYC Department of Education, and NYC Department of Youth and Community Development

Ø Six-week blended summer enrichment program for high school students

Ø Co-taught by licensed DOE teachers from participating schools and outside content experts

Ø Offers academics, career exploration, personal development, and service learning activities

Ø Participating students earn academic credit, explore potential career interests and receive compensation

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