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The Superintendency of Alternative, Adult and Continuing Education Schools and Programs is part of the New York City Board of Education
District 79 is New York City’s Alternative Schools District . We believe that all students can achieve at high levels and succeed in college and careers. We help students to: Stay on track to earn a high school or high school equivalency diploma.
5 wrz 2024 · District 79 is NYC’s Alternative Schools District. We are proud to serve over 50,000 students a year from 6 weeks old to 96 years old in the 5 boroughs and beyond!
Calendar. Visit the 2024-25 School Year Calendar Page to get a quick view of important dates in the upcoming 2024-25 school year. For a quick view of key dates in the 2025-26 school year, please visit the 2025-26 School Year Calendar Page.
As a program under the auspices of NYC District 79, New York City’s alternative schools district, we have 18 locations throughout the five boroughs and including two residential sites in upstate New York.
NYC Alternative High School District offers curriculum and teaching methods that are nontraditional. Alternative schools were created due to the fact that poorer school districts do not have enough special education funding.
Among private alternative schools in New York City, The Smith School is exceptional. Total enrollment 50 and class sizes average five students. The Smith School specializes in unleashing each student's potential by providing a learning environment that is safe, friendly, structured, and supportive.
