# Graduates Turn Prison Into Pathway

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Podcast: [New York City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/new-york-city-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7435038)
Published: 2026-06-16T20:47:53+00:00
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Fifty-seven incarcerated teens on Rikers Island just earned their diplomas — and their inspiring stories are sparking real change. Mayor Mamdani praised their resilience, while graduate Elijah Smith shared how school gave him freedom and purpose, even after his release. Now mentoring others and pushing for paid tutoring, Smith’s passion moved Chancellor Samuels to launch a new mentorship initiative. These graduates, facing charges but believing in education’s power, are proving that learning can transform lives — and even reshape systems. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/55bba239cfae4b5a

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