Frequently asked questions about the C4E Law

Frequently asked questions about the Contracts for Excellence (C4E) Law, and what parents, teachers, and administrators can do!

Downloadable Version: F.A.Q.s on C4E Law

(Revised April, 2013)

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Skinny award dinner honoring Rep. Jamaal Bowman!

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Why class size matters!

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FAQ on new class size law!

The NY State Legislature passed a new law in June 2022, mandating that NYC schools phase in smaller classes in all grades. Click here to learn more about this law.