K16 Initiatives
Welcome to the Office of K16 Initiatives, a hub of innovation hosting a diverse array of programs dedicated to guiding students through the college transition, enhancing achievements, closing equity gaps, and promoting economic mobility.
Our Mission
At the heart of our mission lies the profound connection between the City University of New York (CUNY) and New York City Public Schools (NYCPS). We recognize the symbiotic relationship formed by the students they jointly serve. K16 Initiatives thrives on fostering collaboration between CUNY and NYCPS, ensuring that every incoming college student is not just prepared but empowered for success. Our commitment extends from early education through post-college careers, crafting a seamless pathway to a brighter future.
Our Programs
Build College & Career Aspirations
Increase Academic Readiness
Facilitate Seamless Access & Transition
Support Systemic Coordination
What We Do
At K16, we forge strategic partnerships to address systemic educational inequities, creating innovative pathways for young New Yorkers to envision and achieve academic and career success. Recognizing the pivotal role of college readiness, K16 houses unique pipeline programs united by a common goal: facilitating a seamless transition for NYCPS students into college, career, and beyond. Nationally recognized, our programs are instrumental in eliminating achievement disparities among racial, ethnic, and socio-economic groups, ensuring long-term student success.
Our Impact
9,500
pre-K16 students engaged in
CAT creative arts programming
18,072
6th-10th grade students receive a
college tour through CUNY Explorers
10,000
students at 19 CUNY Early College
high schools work toward an associates degree
4,600
NYCPS students advised by 20 recent CUNY grads through College & Career Advising Fellows.
375
students in high school equivalency
programming through CUNY Prep
22,000+
high school students from 517 schools
took a College Now course
600
CUNY students hired as near peer mentors through CUNY Explorers, Tutor Corps, STEM RA, College & Career Bridge for All
57,000
high school seniors are provided post-secondary advisement through College & Career Bridge for All
Programs of Impact at Every Grade Level
Creative Arts Team
Pre-K-Professional Development for Adults
CAT uses theatre as a catalyst to activate social and academic skills, foster creativity, and critically engage with the world.
CUNY Explorers
Grades 6-10
Explorers allows NYCPS students to visit a college campus to promote academic success while building life skills.
CUNY Early College
Grades 6-College
Early College supports high school early college programs and college readiness outcomes for traditionally underrepresented students.
Tutor Corps
Grades 6-College
Tutor Corps is a tutoring and near-peer mentorship program that operates across all five boroughs of NYC.
FutureReadyNYC
Grades 8-12
FRNYC high schools develop career pathways in business, education, healthcare, and technology.
STEM Research Academy
Grades 9-11
STEM RA allows high school scholars to explore their interest in STEM, expanding their STEM skillset and building a network.
College Now
Grade 9-12
College Now is a free college transition, dual enrollment program for NYCPS high school students.
CUNY Prep
Ages 16-19
CUNY Prep is a free college preparatory program that offers out-of-school youth an alternative pathway to college.
College & Career Advising Fellows
Grades 11-12
CCAF provide personalized college and career advising support to 11th and 12th grade NYCPS students.
College & Career Bridge For All
Grades 12-College
Bridge ensures all NYCPS students have near-peer mentor support as they graduate high school and transition to a postsecondary plan.
Teaching & Learning
Professional Development for Adults
T&L designs curriculum, coaches instructors, and facilitates professional learning to support NYCPS students.
Network for College Success
Professional Development for Adults
N4CS strives to enhance college persistence and graduation rates in NYC by coordinating student support services.
College Completion Innovation Fund
Collaborative Funding
CCIF is an education fund that partners with community-based organizations and colleges to address student success college persistence.
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