Bill > S05523

This bill creates a mandatory test preparation program for all sixth-grade students in New York City, designed to help them prepare for specialized high school admissions tests. The program will offer free test preparation during regular school hours, with the option for parents to opt their children out. The program will include a pre-specialized high schools admissions test, to be administered in May or June each year. After completing the program, students, parents, and schools will receive a "gap analysis" - a detailed assessment of the student's academic strengths and weaknesses. Schools will then use this analysis to customize instruction and support for each student, potentially utilizing additional resources like specialized high school admissions test intensive programs or other New York City Department of Education programs. The goal appears to be providing more equitable access to preparation for competitive high school admissions and identifying individual student needs early in their academic careers. The bill is set to take effect on the first of July following its passage, with provisions for implementing necessary regulations in advance.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S5523