Friday was more than a celebration, it was a launchpad!
Held on May 1, recognized as National College Decision Day, "College Signing Day" at City Hall Park marked a powerful moment for students across New York City committing to their futures.
@nycyoungmen proudly partnered with
@nycherfuture ,
@nycyouth , and
@nycschools to celebrate hundreds of NYC students taking the next step into college and postsecondary pathways.
From the moment students arrived, this was a day rooted in both joy and action. After a powerful opening program on the City Hall steps that included remarks from
@equitynycgov Commissioner, Afua Atta-Mensah,
@nycyouth Commissioner, Sandra Escamilla-Davies,
@nycherfuture Executive Director, Nathifa Forde,
@nycyoungmen Executive Director, Dr. Steven Chambers, 3 My Brother's/Sister's Keeper
@nycschools students, and more, students celebrated their commitments, built out personalized college success plans, and connected directly with colleges, workforce programs, and community organizations.
Throughout the afternoon, young people engaged with mentors, explored career pathways, accessed admissions and financial aid guidance, and received real-time support on everything from housing to first-semester planning, all while celebrating alongside their peers, families, school communities and enjoying music and food trucks.
Because College Signing Day isn’t just about where students are going, it’s about how they get there.
This is what it looks like when a city invests in its young people: not just in their decisions, but in their success.
Congratulations to every student who showed up and took action, we’re with you every step of the way! 🎓
#CollegeSigningDay #CSD2026 #NationalCollegeDecisionDay
