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Testimony by Isabella Mason, Student at Midwood High School, on Journalism Programs in NYC Public Schools

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Isabella Mason, a senior at Midwood High School, testifies about the importance of journalism programs in NYC public schools and the disparities in resources between charter and public schools. She advocates for the expansion of journalism programs across all NYC public high schools, highlighting their role in promoting democracy and providing valuable experience for students' futures.

  • Mason shares her personal experience with both charter and public schools, emphasizing the stark difference in available resources.
  • She discusses her involvement in journalism programs at her current school and how they benefit her education and future prospects.
  • Mason supports Introduction 1057 and calls for the Department of Education to partner in expanding journalism programs to all NYC public high schools.