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Reimagining Our Commitment to School and Student Safety

NYC public schools have long served as sanctuaries for City children—learn how the NYC Department of Education is doubling down on its efforts to keep your children safe, physically and emotionally, this year and beyond.

The Morning BellSeptember 16, 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

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Test Your Child for COVID-19 During Midwinter Recess

Help keep New York City's school communities safe and open by getting tested for COVID-19 before returning to school on February 28, 2022. Learn more about the home test kits we're providing City students for Midwinter Recess, and take note of our recommended testing dates!

The Morning BellFebruary 18, 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 David Banks (middle) standing alongside middle school students

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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

Group of 3 students sitting outside their school with face coverings on

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What Will NYC Schools Be Like in 2021–22?

The first day of the 2021–2022 school year is almost here! Learn more about the health and safety precautions NYC schools are taking that will help keep students and staff members healthy and safe this school year.

The Morning BellSeptember 8, 2021

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Register Today for Our Back to School Family Forums

It's almost time to head back to school! Join Chancellor Meisha Porter and health experts from the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene for our borough-based Back to School Family Forums on 9/1, 9/2, and 9/9 to learn more about the DOE's plans for the upcoming 2021–22 school year.

The Morning BellAugust 31, 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

Deputy Director of Facilities pointing out a school's rooftop ventilation system

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Clearing the Air: How Ventilation Works in NYC Public Schools

We spoke with Michael Gonzalez, deputy director of school facilities in Brooklyn North, to learn how NYC public schools are maintaining safe air quality for students and staff members across the five boroughs.

The Morning BellJanuary 29, 2021

DOE Changes Indoor Masking Policy for NYC Public Schools

DOE Updates Outdoor Mask Policy for NYC Public Schools

Test Your Child for COVID-19 During Midwinter Recess

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

Staying Safe, Staying Open

What Will NYC Schools Be Like in 2021–22?

Register Today for Our Back to School Family Forums

In-Person Learning to Return in September

Clearing the Air: How Ventilation Works in NYC Public Schools

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