A vocal parent group that backs the city’s accelerated education programs has endorsed Eric Adams for mayor.
PLACE NYC said Adams was its top choice because of his support for the specialized high school admissions test and other education positions.
“His policy proposals reflect engagement with the often excluded voices of immigrants and public school parents who advocate for expanding rigorous education options,” said co-president Lucas Liu in a statement.
PLACE, which stands for Parent Leaders for Accelerated Curriculum and Education, has emerged as the primary obstacle to groups seeking to disband or remake the city’s advanced education programs.
Adams, the group said Tuesday, best reflects their policy imperatives.
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