Julian Robertson Awards for Excellence in Teaching Honors TYWLS Astoria Educator
The Julian Robertson Award for Excellence in Teaching honored Greg Zimdahl from The Young Women’s Leadership School (TYWLS) of Astoria, a school in our Young…
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Alumna Kara Young Featured in New York Magazine’s The Cut
Excerpt from “The New Vanguard: Seven electrifying artists who refuse to conform”Originally published in The Cut on September 14, 2026By Juan A. Ramírez, Photography by…
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Tribute to Gloria Steinem
Student Leadership Network has lost a dear friend. Gloria Steinem, feminist icon, journalist, and co-founder of Ms. Magazine, passed away earlier this month. She was…
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Playlab Features TYWLS Astoria Teacher’s Collaborative Process to Develop School’s AI Policy
TYWLS Astoria teacher Devin Chowske and Principal Allison Persad led their school community through the process of writing a full AI policy from the ground up.
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Michael’s Road to MIT
When Michael Y., a senior at Union Square Academy for Health Sciences, submitted his application to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), he didn’t overthink…
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Interview with Jeanne Magram: Taking a Seat at the Table — One Scientist’s Approach to Giving Back
How did you first learn about Student Leadership Network, and what drew you to the organization? I was living in New York when I heard…
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Bryan’s Blueprint for a Better Tomorrow
Meet Bryan G.J., Salutatorian of his graduating class at Validus Preparatory Academy in the Bronx and a young man with a vision for building a…
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Opening Doors: A Day in the Life of a Director of College Counseling at TYWLS Manhattan
Tyra Riedemonn, Director of College Counseling (DCC) at TYWLS Manhattan, starts her mornings with one-on-one sessions. She meets with seniors weighing pivotal decisions, like deciding…
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NY1 Scholar Athlete Ruby K.: Turning a Second Chance into Softball Success
Spectrum NY1 named Student Leadership Network senior Ruby as its Scholar Athlete of the week. She is a student at The Young Women’s Leadership School of Astoria.
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WPIX 11 Features Students Raising Awareness About Organ Donations
Nicolas and Noble are students at Union Square Academy for Health Sciences, a CollegeBound Initiative partner school. Originally broadcast on WPIX 11 on April 16,…
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NY1 Scholar Athlete Ben B.: A Passion for Sports
Spectrum NY1 named Student Leadership Network senior Ben as its Scholar Athlete of the week. He is a student at East-West School of International Studies.
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TYWLS Student Balances Leadership, Academics & Advocacy in Women’s History Month
News 12 Bronx spotlights a student from The Young Women’s Leadership School of the Bronx.
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A Commitment to Education and Opportunity: A Conversation with Jeffrey Gural
Where generosity meets potential, one conversation at a time. Jeff at Cool Careers, Potential Paths, TYWLS Manhattan. How did you first become involved with Student…
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Program Highlight: Building College Dreams at Fordham Leadership Academy
Student Leadership Network’s College Access and Success Consulting Services offer individualized coaching and hands-on technical assistance to strengthen college counseling practices at partner schools. Through…
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Student Spotlight: TYWLS Astoria is Producing Stars
(From left to right) TYWLS Astoria students Amena M., Chamely U., Takiba T., and Evellyn P. Four extraordinary students from The Young Women’s Leadership School…
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How to Find and Win Scholarships for College
U.S. News & World Report features guidance on finding college scholarships from Jatae Daly, Director of the CollegeBound Initiative.
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