2025-2026 Comprehensive Educational Plan (CEP) Goals

All Students Learn to Read Well

By June, 2026, literacy for All Students will improve, as measured by a 5% increase in meeting or exceeding grade level on the i-Ready diagnostic by strategically implementing explicit instructions using the HMH Curriculum, particularly in vocabulary development, close reading and written responses during ELA instruction. 

By June, 2026, literacy for English Language Learners (ELL) and Students with Disabilities (SWD) will improve, as measured by a 10% increase for students meeting or exceeding grade level by strategically implementing explicit instructions using the HMH Curriculum, particularly in vocabulary development, close reading and written responses during ELA instruction. 

All students are physically and emotionally safe

By June 2026, we will achieve a 10% increase in student-to-student relationships, as measured by the District 25 student SEL survey, through increased implementation of Restorative Circles during weekly advisory periods with a targeted focus on fostering kindness and building positive, supportive learning environments for students and staff.

All students have a high quality academic experience

By June 2026, the percentage of all students performing at or above grade level in math will increase by 5%, as measured by the i-Ready Math Diagnostic, through the implementation of the Amplify Desmos Curriculum with a focus on strengthening student discourse to deepen understanding and improve mathematical proficiency.

By June 2026, the percentage of ELL and SWD students performing at or above grade level in math will increase by 10%, as measured by the i-Ready Math Diagnostic, through the implementation of the Amplify Desmos Curriculum with a focus on strengthening student discourse to deepen understanding and improve mathematical proficiency.

All students graduate college and career ready and have a strong plan and pathway to economic security

By June, 2026, the percentage of students across all grade levels who successfully participate in both Project Soapbox and at least one student-led Take Action Project for All Students as measured by take action project completion records.

All districts and schools are more inclusive and responsive for parents and families, including having more families choose NYC Public Schools

By June 2026, we will increase parent and family engagement through expanded access to school-based workshops, events, and initiatives that foster strong home-school connections. Our goal is to increase participation in parent engagement activities to 10% of the school enrollment (student population) as measured by event attendance records —ensuring a more inclusive and welcoming environment that supports family involvement and encourages continued enrollment in NYC Public Schools.

Chronic Absenteeism

By June, 2026, the Percentage of Chronically Absent Students for All Students will decrease by 15%,  as measured by the New Visions Chronic Absenteeism Reports.

Quality Individualized Education Program (IEP)

By June, 2026, to strengthen the quality and implementation of IEPs for Students with Disabilities (SWD), we will improve the development of IEPs across present level of performance (PLOP), goals, and recommended programs and services by ensuring parent/family voice is integrated with a 50% Increase, from 25% to 75%, as measured by SESIS Reports.