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World Read Aloud Day is this Wednesday, February 4! Join NYCPS and New York City's public libraries in celebrating this week and beyond by checking out events, programs, and resources that are available to families citywide who are looking for ways to unlock the benefits that reading aloud together can provide.
In February, we're learning about energy conservation during this month's Climate Action Day! These days are fun opportunities for school communities to take part in activities and lessons that highlight the importance of climate education and sustainability practices.
See what's happening at NYC Public Schools in February 2026, including celebrating Black History Month and Respect for All Week, and mid-winter recess right in the middle of this busy and short month.
In the event that weather conditions or other emergencies require the temporary closure of public school buildings, students will participate in remote learning at home. Make sure your family is ready with these tips and answers to frequently asked questions.
We're celebrating a National Day of Service and the start of a National Year of Service this Martin Luther King, Jr. Day! With NYC public schools and offices closed to mark the holiday on Monday, January 19, this weekend is a great time to get involved and give back to your neighborhood.
From January 14, 2026 until February 27, 2026, NYC families with children born in 2023 can apply to 3-K programs and children born in 2022 can apply to pre-k programs for the 2026–27 school year. Learn more about this year's admissions processes, including tools that you can use to discover and select programs, and submit your application!
January is another month full of great opportunities for NYC students and families to apply for and enjoy. Check out this month's outstanding learning and earning opportunities available for City students, including free workshops, paid internships, contests, scholarships, and even activities for the entire family, and register/apply for them today!
Attendance matters! Learn how missing just two days of school every month can have a negative effect on your child's education, and see what solutions and resources are available to help your child stay in school every day, all year round!
See what's happening in NYC Public Schools in January 2026, including the start of 3-K and Pre-K admissions for fall 2026, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, January Regents exams, and the closure of this year's kindergarten application for fall 2026 admissions!
This holiday season—and all year round—NYC's public libraries are offering a wide range of offerings in branches and at home for kids, teens, and families! Get a free library card if you don't already have one and enjoy everything that more than 200 library locations across the city have to offer.
The kindergarten application is now open for fall 2026! Learn about tips and tools you can use to discover and select programs, and submit your application today!
December is full of great opportunities for NYC students and families to apply for and participate in throughout this month and beyond! Check out December's outstanding learning and earning opportunities available for City students, including free workshops, paid internships, scholarships, and even family-friendly activities, and register/apply for them today!
Computer Science Education Week is back from December 8–12! Throughout the week, students across all five boroughs will explore coding, robotics, and real-world problem solving that showcases the power of computer science.
The final month of 2025 is here! See what's happening in NYC Public Schools in December 2025, including application deadlines for fall 2026 middle and high school admissions, the start of fall 2026 kindergarten admissions, Computer Science Education Week, and Winter Recess!
Don’t wait until your child's high school graduation to plan for their future. Get started on their career development now and learn how NYCPS can help.
The first Climate Action Day of the school year is coming up on Wednesday, November 19! Plus, National Plastic Free Lunch Day is also taking place this month. Find out how you can take action in your school community to protect our environment in ways related to this month's theme: reducing waste.
November 13–19 is Transgender Awareness Week! Whether you have a transgender child, are part of the broader LGBTQ+ community, or looking to be a greater ally, there are many ways for you to join us in supporting our transgender students and families.
November's here, and while the weather might be cooling down for the season, the opportunities are certainly heating up for NYC students! Check out November's outstanding learning and earning opportunities available for City public school students this month, including free virtual classes, paid internships, and even family-friendly activities, and register/apply for them today!
