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NYC Reaches High Alert Level for COVID-19

Due to recent increases in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations across the five boroughs, New York City is now at a high alert level for COVID-19. Learn what this means for NYC public schools and how you and your family can follow proven precautions in the days and weeks ahead to protect your family and fellow New Yorkers.

The Morning BellMay 18, 2022

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DOE Changes Indoor Masking Policy for NYC Public Schools

Beginning Monday, March 7, face coverings or masks will be optional for all K–12 students, staff members, and visitors, with few exceptions, inside and outside NYC public schools and buses.

The Morning BellMarch 4, 2022

Close-up of young girl smiling through cloth netting for a trampoline

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DOE Updates Outdoor Mask Policy for NYC Public Schools

Beginning Monday, February 28, masks or face coverings are optional for all NYC public school students, staff members, and visitors when outside on school grounds. Learn more about this policy change, and stay tuned for further updates in the coming weeks.

The Morning BellFebruary 28, 2022

Student with face mask getting their temperature checked by an adult off camera

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Learn About the New COVID-19 Protocols in Effect Across NYC Public Schools

Based on guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the New York State Department of Health, the NYC Department of Education has made changes to City schools' COVID-19 protocols. Learn more about these changes, and continue to do your part to stop the spread!

The Morning BellFebruary 4, 2022

Chancellor Banks listening to a student talk about his agricultural project

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Let’s Work Together for Our Children

In his first letter to NYC families as the leader of the NYC Department of Education, Chancellor David Banks outlines his vision for City public schools while calling for an all-hands-on-deck approach to meet the challenges we face today.

Chancellor David C. BanksJanuary 5, 2022

Chancellor David Banks (middle) standing alongside middle school students

Featured Health & Wellness In the News NYC Public Schools 101

Staying Safe, Staying Open

With schools back in session following Winter Recess, we've updated our health and safety measures to ensure the continued safety of our students and staff members. Learn more about the changes we've made that will help keep City schools open this year.

The Morning BellJanuary 4, 2022

Chancellor Meisha Porter speaking with 3-K Student

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Thank You, and Happy Holidays

As Winter Recess 2021 kicks off, Meisha Porter provides her last official message to City students and families before departing as leader of NYC's public schools.

Meisha Ross PorterDecember 23, 2021

Chancellor Meisha Porter standing in the middle of a school hallway with two honor roll students

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It Has Been the Honor of a Lifetime

After serving New York City's public schools for two decades, Chancellor Meisha Porter announces her departure from the NYC Department of Education.

Meisha Ross PorterDecember 2, 2021

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Beyond the Classroom Featured Health & Wellness In the News

More Vaccines for 5–11 Year Olds Available at Select Schools Beginning November 17

Thanks to high demand, select NYC public schools will offer the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for 5–11 year olds for two additional days beginning on Wednesday, November 17. See which schools are offering vaccines during these two new days, and help protect your loved ones from COVID-19 today!

The Morning BellNovember 17, 2021

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Beyond the Classroom Featured Health & Wellness In the News

COVID-19 Vaccine Now Available for 5–11 Year Olds

The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine is now approved and available for children aged 5–11 years old. Learn more about this new vaccine option, and see if your child's school will offer doses in November!

The Morning BellNovember 5, 2021

Chancellor Meisha Porter talking to a pre-k student while they play with LEGO bricks

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New COVID-19 Testing and Quarantine Protocols Announced for NYC Schools

Beginning September 27, all NYC public schools will implement two key updates to our COVID-19 protocols for students and staff members. Learn more about these changes, and if you haven't already, help reduce the spread of COVID by getting vaccinated TODAY!

The Morning BellSeptember 21, 2021

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20 Years Later, We Will Never Forget

Chancellor Porter marks the 20th anniversary of the events of September 11, 2001.

Meisha Ross PorterSeptember 11, 2021

Close up of a doctor's hands as they fill up a syringe with an unidentified liquid

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Keep NYC Safe by Getting Your COVID-19 Vaccine Today

Let's keep NYC on the road to recovery—get your free COVID-19 shot today!

The Morning BellAugust 2, 2021

Yankees and DOE Executives standing alongside the 2021 Yankees-Stonewall Scholarship Winners in front of the Stonewall monument in Monument Park in Yankee Stadium

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NY Yankees Celebrate Pride Month with $50K Worth of Scholarships for NYC Students

In celebration of LGBTQ Pride Month, the New York Yankees partnered with the Stonewall Inn and the NYC Department of Education to award five of the City's high school seniors with college scholarships worth $10K each as part of our third annual Yankees-Stonewall Scholarship Initiative. Learn more about this year's scholarship recipients, and join us as we congratulate their success!

The Morning BellJune 30, 2021

Chancellor Meisha Porter Standing Over 2 students and looking over their classwork

Back to School Featured In the News NYC Public Schools 101

In-Person Learning to Return in September

All NYC public schools (grades 3-K through 12) will return to full-time in-person learning in fall 2021. Learn more about our transition back to school, including available supports and protocol updates, and start planning now for the first day of the 2021–22 school year on Monday, September 13, 2021!

The Morning BellMay 25, 2021

Girl in yellow shirt writing on paper in sunlight

Featured In the News NYC Public Schools 101

Taking Regents Exams?

The 2021 New York State Regents Exams are coming up in June. Learn more about this year's Regents requirements for high school students, including the changes that have been made to both June and August's administration of Regents exams.

The Morning BellMay 20, 2021

Six TAPCo students and Sustainability Coordinator Oi Ling Sin posing next to their solar cell

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DOE Schools Win Over $700K in Sustainability Grants

Earlier this year, the DOE's Office of Sustainability awarded over $700K in grants to NYC public schools in support of school-wide projects that support environmentally-friendly initiatives. Learn more about these grants, and congratulate this year's winning programs!

The Morning BellApril 22, 2021

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Reflections and Resources on the Murder of George Floyd

Chancellor Meisha Porter provides her thoughts regarding George Floyd and the resources available to students in the days and weeks ahead.

Meisha Ross PorterApril 21, 2021

Backs of three high school students walking next to each other down a hallway

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Welcome Back All Over Again

NYC high schools will reopen for in-person learning beginning on Monday, March 22, 2021. Learn more about the DOE's reopening plans, including weekly COVID-19 testing procedures and in-person schedules.

Richard A. CarranzaMarch 9, 2021

Chancellor Richard Carranza thanking a class with his hands clasped

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This is Not Goodbye, But Rather, ‘Hasta Luego’

Chancellor Carranza provides an important update to families regarding the future of New York City's public schools.

Richard A. CarranzaFebruary 26, 2021

NYC Reaches High Alert Level for COVID-19

DOE Changes Indoor Masking Policy for NYC Public Schools

DOE Updates Outdoor Mask Policy for NYC Public Schools

Learn About the New COVID-19 Protocols in Effect Across NYC Public Schools

Let’s Work Together for Our Children

Staying Safe, Staying Open

Thank You, and Happy Holidays

It Has Been the Honor of a Lifetime

New COVID-19 Testing and Quarantine Protocols Announced for NYC Schools

20 Years Later, We Will Never Forget

Keep NYC Safe by Getting Your COVID-19 Vaccine Today

NY Yankees Celebrate Pride Month with $50K Worth of Scholarships for NYC Students

In-Person Learning to Return in September

Taking Regents Exams?

DOE Schools Win Over $700K in Sustainability Grants

Reflections and Resources on the Murder of George Floyd

Welcome Back All Over Again

This is Not Goodbye, But Rather, ‘Hasta Luego’

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