NEW YORK CITY (PIX11) – Some New York City public school students are now getting training for HVAC and social services careers at public schools.
Mayor Eric Adams on Monday announced the city’s pilot program to integrate career training into public school education has expanded to an additional 36 schools this year, bringing the total to 135 schools citywide.
The program, dubbed “FutureReadyNYC,” now includes two new training options to prepare students for careers in HVAC and decarbonization and human and social services.
“When I was coming up, it was, teacher, lawyer, doctor, journalist – you didn’t think about all the other careers that were available to you,” said New York City Public Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos.
The students will take “industry-aligned coursework” in school while also getting paid work experience. The HVAC program, for example, will include courses on construction safety, electrical and mechanical applications and installation. Students can also earn college credits, and get advising and mentorship.
“This is a high-demand industry,” said Boys and Girls High School Principal Henderson. “The implementation of this program will create job opportunities for New York City public school students in a growing field.”
The program started in 2022 and already includes training pathways for careers in business, education, healthcare and technology.
“When students are able to articulate their learning, it can also empower them to expand their knowledge in the field,” Henderson said.
Emily Rahhal is a digital reporter who has covered New York City since 2023 after reporting in Los Angeles for years. She joined PIX11 in 2024. See more of her work here and follow her on Twitter here.
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