About the School
New Design High School is a design-focused public high school located in Manhattan, New York. It serves students in the New York City Public Schools District 02 and is led by Principal Scott Conti. The school emphasizes design thinking, youth development, and real-world engagement, positioning itself as a community hub that includes a coffee shop, design shop, and event space. The school offers Advanced Placement? coursework and features the Design for Life program, which integrates design principles throughout all four years of high school. New Design High School also provides access to mental health services through the Community Healthcare Network. The school fosters family and teacher involvement through its Family Teacher Association and maintains an active presence on social media to promote its programs and community initiatives.