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About Us

For over 30 years, the High School of Economics & Finance has provided thousands of New York City students a world-class college-preparatory education focused on putting students on-track for careers in the financial services industry. Our Academy of Finance and Virtual Enterprise programs offer students access to hands-on career experiences and internship opportunities. 
  • Top 50 Niche Standout High School
  • 96% 4 Year Graduation Rate
  • 98.5% Postsecondary Enrollment
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Our Mission

To educate, empower, and enable all students to become caring, contributing civic-minded leaders who can succeed in working to build solutions to the challenges of our ever-changing world.
 
To ensure the safety and support of students of all races, ethnicities, religions, national origins, immigration statuses, socio-economic statuses, appearances, sizes,  weights, ages, sexes, genders, gender identities, gender expressions, sexual orientations and disabilities.
 
To provide a rigorous world-class academic program for all students in economics, finance, and beyond through public and private sector partnerships and instituting new approaches in education that prepare students to succeed in the global economy.
 
To equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in higher education and a variety of career pathways.
 
To partner with families and the community in the development of the whole student.
 
 
 
Mission Statement Revised By School Leadership Team - October 2024
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Building Futures & Options

News

ECO WEEKLY NEWSLETTER - February 12, 2025

This weekly newsletter will keep you in the know and up-to-date on all the important events. Students, you should also pay attention to posters and bulletin boards in the hallways for even more up-to-the-minute information.

HSEF Celebrates Black History Month

February is Black History Month and I hope that you will take part in the several activities that are planned at our school as we celebrate, recognize, and honor the heritage, accomplishments, voices, art, culture, social justice causes and experiences of the Black Community.

PM SCHOOL BEGINS MONDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Any students needing to retake classes from the Fall semester will be enrolled in PM School. Math and Social Studies classes will meet Mondays and Wednesdays. English and Science classes will meet Tuesdays and Thursdays. Physical Education will meet on Wednesdays.
Students learn calligraphy and Chinese New Year traditions
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Ms. Gionti's Mixed Media students learn calligraphy and Chinese New Year traditions
Students learn calligraphy and Chinese New Year traditions
Eco Investment Club students visit the floor of the New York Stock Exchange

ECO Investment Club Students Visit the floor of the New York Stock Exchange.

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Students learn calligraphy and Chinese New Year traditions