DREAM (Determination, Resiliency, Enthusiasm, Ambition, Motivation) is an extracurricular academic program that prepares eligible New York City public school students for the SHSAT.
If a student is accepted, they must commit to participate in the entire program.
The Dream Program Runs:
February–June of seventh grade, Saturdays only
July and August after seventh grade, Monday–Thursday for five weeks
September–October of eighth grade, Saturdays only
DREAM-SHSI Application and Enrollment Process
Letters to eligible students will be sent to their homes and schools in November, with instructions on how to apply.
Families apply by following the enrollment instructions in their letters.
If there are more applications than available seats, a random selection will be conducted, and a waitlist will be created.
Offer letters will be mailed to families and schools in December or early January.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for DREAM-SHSI students must meet all of the criteria in Part A, and one of the criteria in Part B:
Part A
Students must:
Be a current NYC resident
Be enrolled in the seventh grade in a DOE public or charter school
Score a minimum of:
3.2 on the grade six English Language Arts, and
4.0 on the grade six Mathematics NY State tests
Part B
Students must EITHER:
Meet income requirements based on federal guidelines, as informed by the family income inquiry form, regardless of district of residence.
OR
Live or attend school in NYC school district 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 16, 17, 18, 19, 23, or 32.
For more information about the DREAM SHSI program visit https://www.schools.nyc.gov/learning/programs/dream-program