The search for the best educational path for children continues to be one of the most important decisions for parents, especially in urban communities where options may seem limited or little known. In this context, the Making It Happen Boarding School Fair 2026 educational fair comes to Manhattan as a key space to expand academic horizons.
The event will take place on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at Manhattan Business Academy, located at 351 West 18th Street, New York, from 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm. Admission will be free and is aimed at families, students and educators interested in exploring high-level secondary education alternatives.
During the day, attendees will be able to meet more than 50 independent and boarding secondary schools, representing a wide variety of academic programs, extracurricular enrichment opportunities and routes to higher education. Admissions representatives will be available to directly guide families about requirements, application processes and financial support options.
The central objective of the fair is to open access to educational opportunities that are often not part of the usual conversation in school planning. In particular, it seeks to bring families closer to the option of boarding schools, an alternative that can offer more complete academic experiences, structured learning environments and greater preparation for university.
Among the main contributions of the event are:
• Expanded access to educational opportunities for students from diverse communities
• Greater representation and visibility of schools with inclusive programs
• Clear financial guidance to help families understand costs and scholarships
• Comprehensive development of the student, including academic, social and extracurricular
• Strengthening community networks between families and educators
• Support for informed decisions, based on direct information from schools
Beyond being an educational fair, “Making It Happen” is presented as a space for family empowerment, where it seeks to debunk myths about boarding schools and offer real tools to make educational decisions with greater security.
In the words of their organizers, these events function as an opportunity equalizer, as they connect students who may have never considered this type of school with concrete options for academic and personal growth.
For Latino families and all those seeking to expand access to quality education, this fair represents a unique opportunity for exploration, information and connection.
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