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We were thrilled to welcome the Second Round Foundation, the nonprofit organization founded by New York Knicks captain Jalen Brunson, to visit Urban Assembly schools! 🏀🌱

Led by Nija Williams and Sandra Brunson herself, the Foundation spent time at UA Maker Academy and UA Early College High School of Emergency Medicine, seeing firsthand how our students are preparing for success through innovative, career-connected learning experiences.

Together, we toured the campus's hydroponic farm, where students gain hands-on STEM experience in sustainability, food systems, and entrepreneurship while growing fresh produce for their school and local community.

Thank you to the Second Round Foundation for spending...

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In this special bonus episode of Innovations in Education, host David Adams sits down with Dr. Christina Cipriano (Director of the Education Collaboratory at Yale) for a live fireside chat recorded straight from the ASU+GSV Summit in San Diego in April! ☀️✨

David and Dr. Cipriano engage the audience to tackle the most provocative questions facing educators today: Could AI replace teachers or therapists? Should it?

This thought-provoking conversation dives into how K-12 schools can move beyond the hype of artificial intelligence to use technology in ways that expand access, strengthen human connection, and advance equity for every learner.

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ICYMI: We recently wrapped our first-ever Dev Cypher, hosted by Michael Manipakone! 🎮🚀

At the UA, we believe in high-quality connected learning and bridging the gap between the classroom and the workforce. Over two days at the Coexist Lounge, UA students worked alongside pro developers to build their very own video games and explore careers in NYC's tech scene.

Watch our full video highlight here! 🎬

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⏳ In just two weeks, on Friday, May 22, students at the Urban Assembly School of Design and Construction (UA SDC) will relaunch their annual Iron Design Challenge.

The Iron Design Challenge is an intensive, time-constrained competition where students apply technical skills to solve real-world humanitarian problems using a "secret ingredient."

Join us to witness their creativity in action and support the next generation of Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) talent!

Event Details:
🗓️ Date: Friday, May 22
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Location: 525 West 50th Street, NYC
👔 Attire: Semi-formal

🎟️ Tickets: https://lnkd.in/e6mtppxr

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PRS Tips: Strengthening Postsecondary Support Networks 🎓 Supporting students through their first year of college is key to persistence and success.

Try these strategies:
🔹 Peer mentorship
🔹 First semester resource guides
🔹 College success workshops
🔹 Accessible support channels
🔹 Campus-based peer connections

When graduates stay connected, they’re more likely to thrive.

🌱 Photo from The Urban Assembly Maker Academy’s Junior College and Career Workshop, where students are building the skills and connections that support postsecondary success.