MAST Weekly Newsletter

Mayor Mamdani will release the Executive Budget for FY 2027 next week. While long-term funding is secured for preschool special education and summer programming, several expiring critical programs face elimination or rollbacks as early as this July. Affected initiatives include Learning to Work, SEED, Restorative Justice, The Mental Health Continuum, and Immigrant Family Communications/Outreach.

The proposed amendments are currently open for review during a 45-day public comment period. Families are strongly encouraged to share their feedback ahead of the Panel for Education Policy (PEP) vote on June 17, 2026, at 6:00 PM.

Submit Feedback: Email [email protected] or call (212) 374-5038.

🗣️ Breaking Barriers, Building Futures: Impact Justice Center Listening Session

When: Tuesday, June 9, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Where: Hunter College
What: An open space for students, families, educators, and community members to engage in dialogues surrounding pathways to higher education, opportunity, and ongoing support.

♿ Connecting Individuals with Disabilities to Adult Services (IncludeNYC)

When: Wednesday, June 10, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Where: Virtual Training
What: Review New York State’s adult service agencies, eligibility processes, and strategies to successfully transition students with disabilities into post-school options.

🏛️ Citywide Council on High Schools (CCHS) June Calendar & Business Meeting

When: Wednesday, June 10, 2026 | 6:00 PM
Important: Sign-up for public comment will close strictly at 6:45 PM on June 10th.
What: Join the council's monthly calendar and business meeting to hear system updates, voice concerns, and listen to resolutions.

💼 NYC Government Careers: Civil Service 101 Information Session

When: Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Where: Hybrid — In-person at 1 Centre Street, North Mezzanine, New York, NY 10007 OR Online via Microsoft Teams.
What: Learn how to navigate application processes and build a stable, fulfilling career with purpose within the City of New York. Geared toward both entry-level talent and experienced professionals.

🏫 Hybrid CEC 28 Calendar and Business Meeting

When: Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 6:30 PM
Where: District 28 Office (90-27 Sutphin Boulevard, Jamaica, NY 11435) OR Virtual via Zoom.

🗳️ Queens HS Presidents Council Election Meeting

When: Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 6:30 PM
Where: Online via Zoom
What: Mandatory end-of-year sync detailing updates and executive board elections. Parent Coordinators, PA/PTA Presidents, and interested family leaders are invited.

🗺️ Community Education Council District 27 Meeting

When: Monday, June 15, 2026
Where: *New Location!* District 27 Building — 82-01 Rockaway Blvd (And online via Zoom)
Details: June Calendar/Business meeting. Spanish translation is active over phone systems.

🧠 Real Talk: NAMI-NYC's Men's Mental Health Panel

When: Wednesday, June 24, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Where: Virtual via Eventbrite
What: Work to dissolve stigmas and learn directly from mental health advocates exploring cultural constructs and support barriers facing men.

🦖 Summer @ Queens Public Library (QPL)

Features storytimes, kindergarten prep, and free summer meal allocations for children alongside college prep counseling and specialized tracks for teens. Request a comprehensive Mobile Library outreach bus directly to your community node online.

🤝 Work Readiness Tracks: Transition support designed for adults aging out of special education settings. Located at 151 Lawrence St, Brooklyn. Phone Ramona Diaz: 718-310-5644.

🗂️ Social Resource Help: Connect instantly with food pantries, legal services, or utilities support via the secure FindHelp Directory.

🎙️ Adobe Audio Tools: NYCPS students and educators can unlock advanced voice recording configurations on TeachHub. View instructions via the digital Adobe InfoHub network.