Schools Chancellor Carmen Fariña today kicked off the 11th annual NYC School Survey of public school students, parents, and teachers from Harlem to Hollis, Queens. Continue reading
There’s One More Week To Apply To Pre-K For Families From Harlem To Hollis
Department of Education is extending the Pre-K Application deadline – families have until March 3, 2017, to apply to pre-K! Continue reading
Op-Ed: Get A Jump-Start With Pre-K For All From Harlem To Hollis
By NYC Schools Chancellor Carmen Fariña
Our city’s Pre-K for all program offers our youngest learners an opportunity to develop their social skills, explore science, learn routines, and build their vocabulary. Continue reading
de Blasio And Farina Support Mentoring Event On MLK Day
NYC Service, in partnership with New York City Football Club, today hosted its Annual Speed Mentoring Event at the Club’s office in midtown Manhattan. Continue reading
Mayor de Blasio, Harlem Speaker Mark-Viverito And Others Mark National Mentoring Month
Mayor Bill de Blasio and NYC Chief Service Officer Paula Gavin today marked National Mentoring Month by launching the NYC Youth Mentoring Initiative to increase mentoring opportunities for high school youth across the five boroughs. Continue reading
Op-Ed: A Path To College And Careers For All Children
By NYC Schools Chancellor Carmen Fariña
Navigating the college process can be challenging for students and their families. As the first person in my family to go to college, I know how stressful this process can be. Continue reading
Chancellor Fariña Announces Teacher And Principal Evalutation Agreements From Harlem To Hollis
Schools Chancellor Carmen Fariña, UFT President Michael Mulgrew, and CSA Executive Vice President Mark Cannizzaro announced an agreement on new teacher and principal evaluations starting in the 2016-17 school year. Continue reading
Op-Ed: Making A Difference Through The Arts
By NYC Schools Chancellor Carmen Fariña
The arts can have an incredible impact on our kids’ lives, which is why when I became Chancellor, one of my goals was to ensure that every child in our City, regardless of their zip code or home language, has the opportunity to learn about and pursue the arts in a meaningful way. Continue reading
Chancellor Fariña Annoounces Arts In School Rport From Harlem To Hollis
Chancellor Fariña today released the 2015-16 Annual Arts in Schools Report, highlighting a record 11 year-high in the number of certified arts teachers, as well a substantial increase in arts programming for English Language Learners and Students with Disabilities. Continue reading
South Harlem’s STEM Institute Saved By Public Support
South Harlem's PS 241 — also called the STEM Institute of Manhattan — will stay open despite a last-minute attempt by the city to dissolve the school. Continue reading
Hey Harlem Parents Apply To Kindergarten Today
As of today, November 30th, 2016 the kindergarten application process is officially underway! All students born in 2012 who currently live in Harlem or in Hollis Quuens are eligible to attend kindergarten in September 2017.Continue reading
Chancellor Fariña Announces NYC Results On SAT Exams From Harlem To Hollis
Chancellor Carmen Fariña today announced the participation and performance results of New York City students on the SAT exam. Continue reading
Chancellor Fariña Announces Record High Of Students Enrolling In College From Harlem To Hollis
Chancellor Carmen Fariña today released the 2015-16 School Quality Reports and announced that New York City’s post secondary enrollment rate is its highest ever – 55 percent of New York City’s Class of 2015 (students entering 9th grade in Fall 2011).
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Chancellor Fariña And Others Announce New Intiative To Offer Free Wi-Fi To Students And Families
Schools Chancellor Carmen Fariña today announced a new partnership with the City’s three library systems, Google and Sprint to offer free Wi-Fi hotspots available for year-long rental to public school students and families to increase internet access at home.Continue reading
Op-Ed: Family Engagement Grows And More Work Lies Ahead From Harlem To Hollis
By NYC Schools Chancellor Carmen Fariña
September is a time for new beginnings and a time to build on the progress we’ve made as a community. Continue reading