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NYC School Bus App

06/05/2023 NYC Public Schools

All NYCSBUS and Pioneer bus routes are now included on the NYC School Bus app! By using this app, caregivers will be able to track the bus location in real-time. We are excited about this rollout and its ability to provide peace of mind to families.

https://www.schools.nyc.gov/school-life/transportation/transportation-overview/whats-new/nyc-student-transportation-modernization-plan

2023-24 School Calendar

06/02/2023 NYC Public Schools

The 2023-24 School Year Calendar is now available.

https://www.schools.nyc.gov/about-us/news/2023-2024-school-year-calendar

Civic Engagement Commission

06/01/2023 NYC Public Schools

All New Yorkers age 11 and up, regardless of immigration status, can help decide how to spend $5 million of the city’s budget to address local community needs. Voting is open until June 25. We encourage everyone—especially our students—to participate.

https://cecpb.decision21.org/the-peoples-money-2023

Affirming Fatherhood

06/01/2023 DYCD

Calling all dads & father figures! Join DYCD on June 2, for our Affirming Fatherhood convening in Jamaica, Queens. Register at https://eventbrite.com/e/affirming-fatherhood-building-stronger-families-safer-communities-tickets-622104620667…. #nycyouth #fatherhood #dads

Happy Pride Month!

06/01/2023 NYC Public Schools

Happy #PrideMonth! Throughout June, we encourage everyone to learn more about LGBTQ+ history and history-makers, as well as the ongoing fight for equality. Check out some of the great stuff in our pride resource guide: https://www.schools.nyc.gov/learning/subjects/social-studies/pride-month

The Future of Teacher Recruiting

05/31/2023 NYC Public Schools

Our Office of Teacher Recruitment and Quality is hosting a special live virtual event to explore and celebrate the future of teaching recruitment! This event is public and open to anyone in the U.S. education space. Register today:

https://events.zoom.us/ev/Ao_UJqCgBXGBDWn35AWNPUdXICvSHLCL6b4rzCRVUDXM_AbalBFh~AggLXsr32QYFjq8BlYLZ5I06Dg?lmt=1685475742000

Pre-K offers are here!

05/30/2023 NYC Public Schools

Pre-K offers are here! You can view your child’s offer letter now at http://MySchools.nyc. Don’t have a MySchools account? Email us at ESEnrollment@schools.nyc.gov, call us at 718-935-2009, or learn more at http://nyc.gov/PreK.

ChatGPT AND NYC Public Schools

05/22/2023 NYCDOE

After a cautious start, our approach to AI technology is evolving. Our students will work in a world where understanding generative AI is crucial @DOEChancellor wrote about our schools choosing to embrace technology like ChatGPT.

https://ny.chalkbeat.org/2023/5/18/23727942/chatgpt-nyc-schools-david-banks

Bronx Literacy Academy

05/19/2023 NYCDOE

Current 1st and 2nd graders are able to apply for a seat at the new South Bronx Literacy Academy. It's our first school designed to support struggling readers and children with language-based learning disabilities. Screenings begin May 20: https://literacyacademycollective.org/enroll

Reimagining School Food

05/18/2023 NYCFOOD

@NYCSchools is reimaging school food and the cafeteria experience. They offer healthier selections, modern cafeteria design features, and faster service. Check out the new DOE Kitchen dashboard to explore kitchen types, school gardens, and more. https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/2c9dcc1de1e04155a14657db25ee10c9…