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See what's in store for NYC Public Schools in January 2025. Key dates include Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Lunar New Year, and the start of 2025 3-K/Pre-K admissions.

Whether you'd like to spend your winter break by reading an old favorite book or by taking advantage of all of the amazing programming offered at your local library, NYC's public libraries have it all! Learn more about the activities and resources available at your local library for kids, teens, and families this holiday season.

Families are our schools' closest partners in helping New York City public school students to learn and thrive. Learn how you can support your child's education and serve your school community by volunteering for events, parent-teacher associations (PTAs), Community and Citywide Education Councils (CCECs), and more!

Celebrate 2024's Big Apple Award winners, and nominate the next group of amazing teachers who are making a difference in our schools! Nominate your favorite teacher by Tuesday, January 21, 2025.

The kindergarten application is now open for fall 2025! Learn about tips and tools you can use to discover and select programs, and submit your application today!

Warm up your winter with these blazing hot learning opportunities, programs, and scholarships available for City students! See what's available for NYC public school students this month and beyond, and register/apply for them today!

Throughout the week, our students will complete hands-on projects like participating in hackathons, designing computer programs, and building robots and drones. These fun activities will foster problem-solving, critical thinking, and teamwork, while also opening doors to expanded college and career opportunities in the future.

See what's in store for NYC Public Schools during the last month of 2024! Key dates this month include the start of fall 2025 kindergarten admissions, the end of fall 2025 middle and high school admissions, Computer Science for All Week, and of course, Winter Recess.

Climate Action Days are back! On Tuesday, November 19, join schools across the city as they participate in fun activities and creative lessons that promote sustainability and encourage students to take climate action. The theme for our first Climate Action Day of the school year will be waste!

Beginning November 19, Chancellor Aviles-Ramos will be traveling across the five boroughs and listening to parents, educators, and other community member as part of her Five-Borough Listening Tour. Check out the Chancellor's schedule, and register to attend an event in your borough to let us know your thoughts about City schools!

This November, there are several learning opportunities and programs available for City students of all ages. See what's available for NYC public school students this month and beyond, and register/apply for them today!

The New York Public Library, Brooklyn Public Library, and Queens Public Library offer a wide range of resources—including individual counseling, college and career prep workshops, and programs to help our students take the next big step, whatever that may be.

Decision Day is finally here for New Yorkers—if you are a U.S. citizen, 18 years of age or older, a resident of New York City, and are registered to vote, then head on over to your designated polling place to cast your vote on Tuesday, November 5!!

On Thursday, November 7, 14, and 21, and Friday, November 22, NYC Public Schools (NYCPS) are holding their second round of Parent-Teacher Conferences (PTCs) of the 2024–2025 school year. Check out some of our tips to make your conference productive!

See what's in store for NYC Public Schools during the month of November 2024! Key dates this month include Diwali, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Recess, and this year's second round of Parent-Teacher Conferences.

The NYC School Bus App is a resource for families to keep track of their child's yellow bus commute. Learn how to access it and join your child on their journey to and from school.

As thousands of City high school seniors and their families prepare for life after graduation, find out about time-sensitive opportunities to participate in NOW!

Throughout any stage of New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) application processes for 3-K, Pre-K, Kindergarten, middle school, high school, and Gifted and Talented (G&T) for grades 1, 2, 3, and 4, you can use MySchools.nyc—learn how to today!

From October 15 until December 20, 2024, NYC families can apply to middle school for the 2024–25 school year. Learn more about this year's admissions processes, including suggested tips and tools that you can use to discover and select programs, and submit your application!

Throughout October, New York City high school students can apply and gain access to several outstanding learning opportunities and programs, including paid internships, free workshops, and even college scholarships. Check out the various opportunities available to City high school students this month and beyond!