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NYC Schools: An update on the 2019-2020 academic year

Everything you need to know about NYC Schools, including closings, at-home learning, graduation and other changes.

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Thursday July 9 2020

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We'll help you stay on top of what's going on with NYC Schools during the 2019-2020 academic year. Here you'll find the latest on closings, at-home learning, grading policy, graduation and other changes implemented by the Governor, Mayor and Chancellor.

We have the latest on what you can and cannot do as a family in NYC right now. We're also here to help you figure out fun things to do at home with the kiddos. We track down all the coolest activities, from the best online classes for kids, to fitness classes kids can try at home, to the 50 greatest animated movies to watch as a family.

Remember: As the NYC Schools situation changes, we'll post the latest news here, so check back often.

NYC Schools: Update

Mayor Bill de Blasio releases plans for NYC schools this fall

NYC public schools can expect "blended learning" this September.

Will NYC schools reopen buildings in September?

Here are the possibilities.

NYC to provide free daycare for children ages 3 and up

NYC will provide free daycare to 100,000 students in the fall to help fill the gaps left by blended learning.

NYC schools reveal virtual graduation plans for the class of 2020

The class of 2020 is getting a much-deserved celebration. Following up on the promise of a virtual, city-wide graduation, the New York City Department of...

Governor Cuomo approves outdoor graduation ceremonies

Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that graduations will be allowed to take place starting June 26 provided that they take place outdoors, follow...

NYC schools launched a “Return to School 2020” survey

Students and families are asked to participate.

New York schools close for the rest of the academic year

Governor Cuomo made the announcement on May 1.

Governor Cuomo approves in-person special education in New York for the summer

Governor Andrew Cuomo signed an executive order allowing necessary in-person special education instruction to take place in New York this summer, provided...

NYC schools will conduct summer school remotely

Summer school will take place online for over 177,000 students.

NYC schools reveal a new grading policy for 2019-2020

Learn all about the new evaluations.

NYC Schools once again permit Zoom

There are a few changes in place this go-around.

New York cancels Regents Exams

Here's how students must meet requirements.

NYC Schools will host a city-wide virtual graduation

We're still celebrating high school seniors!

NYC Schools continue iPad distribution

We'll help you gain access to a device.

Free grab-and-go meals are available for all New Yorkers

Find a meal hub near you.

NYC Schools partner with WNET for “Let's Learn NYC!”

Access the lessons every day at 11am!

The NYPL now offers free one-on-one virtual tutoring

Parents, this is a game-changer.

The DOE launches a remote learning survey

Now is the time to voice your opinion, Mom and Dad.

The NYC DOE will no longer be using Zoom

The reasons for the switch are due to safety concerns.

Spring break is canceled for districts across the state

Governor Andrew Cuomo issued the executive order.

The NYC School Calendar for 2019–2020

UPDATE: For more up-to-date information about remote learning and how NYC students are being affected, visit our news page. UPDATE: Governor Andrew Cuomo...