Update

Although our office is closed, we are pleased to be able to still connect with you online for advisory appointments, admissions workshops and events. And check our blog to register for a virtual admissions event at one of our member schools. Further details here. 

Founded in 1913 as a coalition of parents and independent and private schools, the Parents League of New York supports families and children by providing a broad range of educational and parenting resources.

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College Counseling in the Time of the Coronavirus

Melanie White, Director of College Counseling at Grace Church School talks about the challenges that the COVID-19 pandemic has abruptly presented. She also shares her perspective as a parent as she and her son explore this brand-new admissions landscape. Read Article

Preschool Admissions NYC

Preschool Admissions Virtual Workshops

Learn when to start the application process, how to compile a list of schools using our comprehensive preschool workshop booklet, what to look for when touring a school and what to expect on your interview and child’s visit. It's all covered in our preschool admissions virtual workshop. See the schedule.

Virtual School Admissions Events

While you can't visit our wonderful member schools in person, they are making it possible for you to connect virtually. We will keep this list of virtual tours and open house events updated so that you can learn about schools for the upcoming admissions season. See the list here.

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If you represent an independent or private school click here to learn how to apply for School Membership, or call us at 212-737-7385. Annual membership dues are based on the total enrollment of the school.

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  • School Advisory Appointments and Workshops
  • Lectures, Panels and Events on Parenting and Education
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  • Online School Directory
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Upcoming Events

How both students and parents can prepare for the SSAT ISEE
How Both Students and Parents Should Prep for the ISEE & SSAT
Speaker:
David Phelps, Founder and Director of Forum Education
Venue:
Virtual Workshop
A link will be emailed to all registrants
New York, NY 10028
When:
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
Time:
12:00pm - 1:15pm
Members: Register here
Non-Members: Buy Tickets here or become a member to attend for free
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Mastering the 7 Key Challenges of the ACT and SAT
Speaker:
David Phelps, Co-Founder and Co-Director, Forum Education
Venue:
Virtual Workshop
A link will be emailed to all registrants
New York, NY 10028
When:
Wednesday, June 10, 2020
Time:
12:00pm - 1:15pm
Members: Register here
Non-Members: Buy Tickets here or become a member to attend for free

Preschool Admissions Workshops

When:
Monday, June 8, 2020
Time:
1:00pm - 2:30pm
When:
Wednesday, June 10, 2020
Time:
7:00pm - 8:30pm
When:
Tuesday, June 16, 2020
Time:
1:00pm - 2:30pm
When:
Thursday, June 25, 2020
Time:
1:00pm - 2:30pm
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PLNY Blog

Understanding Racial Identity: An Interview with Beverly Daniel Tatum

Beverly Daniel Tatum, Ph.D., president emerita of Spelman College, is a psychologist and the author of “Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria?” And Other Conversations About Race. Here she answers questions posed by the Parents League.

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2020 Spring Virtual School Admissions Events

While you can't visit our wonderful member schools in person, they are making it possible for you to connect virtually.

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