Summary:

New initiative to develop Latino studies curriculum in NYC schools.
Over 400,000 Latino students in NYC schools benefit from this.
FAFSA completion events are being held to assist students and families.
Experts from Columbia University and United Way of NYC discuss the initiative.
Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos supports the Latino studies plan.

NYC Latino Studies & FAFSA Assistance

This week's Tiempo episode focuses on education in NYC, highlighting two key initiatives:

Boosting Latino Studies in NYC Schools

With over 400,000 Latino students in NYC schools, a new initiative is underway to develop a comprehensive Latino studies curriculum. Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos supports this plan. Experts Dr. Limarys Caraballo (Columbia University's Teachers College) and América Cañas Garcia (United Way of New York City) discuss the curriculum's implementation.

FAFSA Help for NYC Students

Navigating the FAFSA process can be challenging. To help, James Rodriguez (UFT) and Francisco García-Quezada (NYC Regional Bilingual Education Resource Network) are organizing FAFSA completion events across the city to assist students and families.

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Tiempo airs Sunday mornings at 11:30 a.m. on Channel 7.

Source: ABC7 New York