Under the plan, the enrollment process will be simplified, there will be language support and children will have access to a social-emotional screener to assess their needs.
More buses are arriving Friday at the Port Authority Bus Terminal in Midtown Manhattan with migrants from Texas on board. Crystal Cranmore has the details.New York City officials unveiled their plan to help children of asylum seekers have a shot at a good education.
Scenes like this have been happening for several weeks now, amid growing concern about how the city will meet the long-term needs of those arriving. "'Project Open Arms' ensures we are well-prepared to assist asylum-seekers as the school year begins and that we are offering wraparound services to students and families," said Mayor Eric Adams in a statement. "With strong collaboration with our partners, both in and out of government, this plan highlights how we can lead with compassion and 'Get Stuff Done' for those who need it most.
The city estimates at least 1,000 children of asylum seekers will enroll this fall and is wrapping its arms around the logistical challenge of placing them in the city's public schools.
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