Your Gifted Child’s 2026 (And Beyond) School Options: From Pre-K Through High School

New York City is getting a new mayor in 2026. We have received multiple queries about what this means for elementary school Gifted & Talented programs, middle school Screened and Honors programs, and Specialized and Screened High Schools.

Join Alina Adams, author of “Getting into NYC Kindergarten” and “Getting Into NYC High School” on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 6 PM for a workshop to discuss all of your options – and how to get them.

What qualifies a child as gifted in NYC? Which tests are required? What kinds of students gets in?

Will Kindergarten G&T be cancelled? How does this affect Hunter College Elementary School? How does the 3rd grade G&T entry system work? How are students assessed for middle school Honors programs? Is the SHSAT in danger of being cancelled? What are state test scores used for?

Can charter schools be a good fit for an academically advanced child?

How does private school curriculum compare to public? Is there financial aid available based on merit?

What do I do if no school in NYC meets my child’s needs?

We will cover all of these questions and more. To make sure that everyone gets a chance to speak, space is extremely limited.

This is a Zoom event. A recording will be available for all registered participants upon email request.

Your link to join the meeting will be on your purchase confirmation receipt.