NYCPS UPDATE: Important News Regarding Yellow Bus Service

NYCPS UPDATE: Important News Regarding Yellow Bus Service

Dear families— Today we are writing to provide an update on a potential bus driver strike that could affect New York City Public Schools students.   Currently, we do not expect a strike on the first day of school – but a strike may still occur at a later date.  Negotiations between the union and our contracted …

Deadline EXTENDED: October 1st to Apply Today to Become a DemocracyReady NY Coalition Youth Member! Teachers College Columbia University

Are you a high school or early college student from New York State? Join us this semester as a DemocracyReady NY Coalition Youth Member! Applications are now open. Deadline: October 1st Youth Members will…✔️advocate for NY students’ right to be prepared for civic participation✔️engage in student-led inquiry✔️work alongside a statewide, nonpartisan, intergenerational coalition of organizations …

PANYNJ Lincoln and Holland Tunnel Catwalk Robotics, NYC/NJ H.S Challenge

Greetings NYC Public Schools Community Education and Citywide Councils, My name is Ophelia Rivas, the General Manager of Government and Community Relations-NY at the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) and I am reaching out regarding the PANYNJ Lincoln and Holland Tunnel Catwalk Robotics, NYC/NJ H.S Challenge. The Port Authority of New York …

Let’s GO! Register for swim class now!

Sept/October 2023  Registration (Please note: A fee is involved/fees vary)  Class sizes are limited, Register today.  Location / Program / Day / Dates / Time / Register Link Bushwick High School400 Irving, Brooklyn, NY 11237 Get Ready Get Wet Mon. 9/11 – 10/305-5:30 (Youth) / 5:30-6 (Adult) ViewLearn to SwimMon.9/11 – 10/306:00 to 7:00 PM ViewCompetitive & …

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR NEXT SUNDAY SEP 10!!!

Come hang out with NYC Opt Out! It’s been a long time since we’ve met in person, but if the weather is fine we have a plan.  We’d love to see you whether you are brand new to this or have been fighting the good fight with us for years. Please bring:  +your thoughts for …

NYSED – Welcome Back to School

Dear Parents and Families,  It is with great excitement that we welcome your students back to school! This time of year gives us all the chance to start fresh while also providing the opportunity to build on progress from prior years. The Board of Regents and State Education Department, teachers, and school leaders have been …

DCTV Youth Media’s High School Students Opportunity!

DCTV Youth Media’s High School Students Opportunity! Media Fellowship Application NYC students (Grades 9-12), are welcome to apply for this 8 month intensive media training program. Students learn the basics of documentary filmmaking, including camera operation, editing skills, interviewing and media literacy. Participating students create documentary, narrative or experimental short films. There are a limited number …

Get Ready for the First Day of School, September 7

Dear Families, The first day of school is Thursday, September 7, 2023. We’re excited to welcome you back and begin this journey together! Over the course of the next year, we look forward to helping your children learn and grow, academically and socially. Here are a few important reminders to help you prepare for a …