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As the new school year begins, we are poised for another year of learning, growth, and discovery. Families, here are some important reminders as we prepare to return to school on September 4:

The state’s new cell phone law goes into effect this school year. To learn more, visit schools.nyc.gov/DevicePolicy.
Make sure your child's school can reach you—log in to your NYC Schools Account (NYCSA) to update your contact information.
Understand your child’s transportation options and eligibility. Visit schools.nyc.gov/Transportation for details.
Make sure your child is up to date on required immunizations. If your child is starting school or childcare for the first time, they’ll also need a physical exam from a healthcare provider.
Review the full 2025-2026 calendar to mark key dates and events.

For more information and a back-to-school checklist, visit schools.nyc.gov/BackToSchool. You can also reach out to your school’s Parent Coordinator with any questions or concerns; you can locate their contact information with our “Find a School” tool.

I can’t wait to see you all very soon and to celebrate the first of many amazing days in the 2025-2026 school year!

In partnership,

Melissa Aviles-Ramos

Chancellor

The Chancellor’s Spotlight:

This July and August, the Summer Rising site at River East Elementary in East Harlem was buzzing with excitement and learning. Thanks to our partnerships with multiple community-based organizations, students participated in enrichment ranging from swimming to dance—activities that Fernando, a Summer Rising student, noted as highlights of the summer. He also found the academics engaging, saying, “My teacher made learning fun.”

Nominate a person or program for The Chancellor’s Spotlight here.

Our Highlight Video:

For translations, please visit our YouTube page.

NYCPS News and Resources:

Read about our exciting 2025 state test results on The Morning Bell!
For news and resources, follow NYCPS online at Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube.
Here’s the weekly video from Mayor Eric Adams. If you’re interested in receiving updates directly from the Mayor’s Office, please click here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Closing the School Year Strong!

March:

21 Instructional Days

PT Conferences-- March 18 &19

April:

14 Instructional Days

Midterms April 14-16

Break April 2-10

May:

19 Instructional Days

Regents Review

June:

9 Instructional Days

Regents & Final Report Cards

Summer:

Summer Youth

Job Opportunities

Internships
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Brooklyn STEAM Center: Post Secondary Fair

March 12th, 2026, 6-8pm

Brooklyn Navy Yard

At the fair, you'll have the chance to explore various paths to higher education: colleges, universities, vocational schools, the military, and alternative education programs. Scan the QR code to register.
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2026 NYC School Survey
Dear families,

For the past 20 years, we’ve asked NYC Public School families like you to share their thoughts about their experiences in our schools with us each spring. It’s time to make your voice heard once again! The 2026 NYC School Survey is open now through Wednesday, April 1!

Available in 13 languages to families with children currently attending City early childhood education programs or public schools in grades 3-K–12, the survey helps us better understand what’s working, how to improve, and how to plan for next school year and beyond.

Your answers are confidential, and it only takes a few minutes to share valuable input that could help make your child’s school an even better place to learn!

You will receive a printed copy of the 2026 NYC School Survey with instructions on how to complete it on paper or online.

You can fill out the survey today at NYCSchoolSurvey.org:

If your child is in grades K–12, you will need your child's nine-digit student ID number (OSIS) to start the survey. You can find your child's OSIS on their report card or on their school ID card. When you log in on the survey website, enter a lowercase “f” followed by your child’s OSIS to begin.

If your child is enrolled in an early childhood program, please contact them to receive your Survey access code.

You can also log in to your official New York City Schools Account (NYCSA) to access the survey. Learn more about how to sign up for NYCSA if you do not already have one.

Don’t forget: the deadline to complete your survey is April 1!

2026 NYC School Survey
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Emergency Drill Letter

Please review this letter as it pertains to the Emergency Drill Letter.
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A message from Chancellor Aviles-Ramos with a short video explaining the New York State cell phone and device policy

As a follow-up to the message from September 2 regarding the implementation of the New York State cell phone and device policy, please see here for the promised video.

This short video explains the policy rationale, requirements, and disciplinary responses. Please share it with families, staff, and students to ensure consistent messaging across our school system.

Thank you for your continued leadership and communication as we work together to build distraction-free classrooms and communities.

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Dear Principals,

As we enter the new school year and implement the New York state law prohibiting personal internet-enabled devices, we recognize and acknowledge that this transition will bring both opportunities and adjustments for our schools.

As education leaders in our city, we know students are attached to their cell phones and other devices. We also know that phones need to be stored away in accordance with the law in order to create space for deeper learning and community connection.

We ask that you take a proactive, supportive posture with your entire community—students, staff, and families—as they all navigate the new state law. We will provide a short video that will explain the rationale, requirements, and disciplinary responses to ensure a consistent message across our school system. Please meet with your parents, teachers, and students to show the video and discuss your school’s implementation plan. As school leaders, it will be essential for you to keep the lines of communication open with all stakeholders; we know this is a shift for many of our students and families, which will require thoughtful, ongoing communication.

We also encourage you to provide social-emotional support to help students adjust to this change in their daily routines. As necessary, consult Chancellor’s Regulation A-413 and the Discipline Code, as well as this comprehensive document on progressive discipline.

Additional resources related to the device policy can be found on the NYCPS website at schools.nyc.gov/DevicePolicy and on the InfoHub. You should also reference and utilize the resources and toolkit shared via Principals Digest (on July 29 and August 26); please backpack home the family flyer (found in the digital assets and resources section of the toolkit) in the first week of school, along with information about your school-specific policy (a template for this is also available in the toolkit).

Thank you for your leadership and collaboration in building distraction-free classrooms and communities.

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PTA Meeting

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Principals Corner

Principal Newman's School Address

B.C. News

Closing the School Year Strong!

March:

21 Instructional Days

PT Conferences-- March 18 &19

April:

14 Instructional Days

Midterms April 14-16

Break April 2-10

May:

19 Instructional Days

Regents Review

June:

9 Instructional Days

Regents & Final Report Cards

Summer:

Summer Youth

Job Opportunities

Internships
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Partnerships

Through extensive partnerships, Brooklyn Collegiate has cultivated a strong bond with Brooklyn College with programs such; The TRIO Program, Student Teaching (Teacher Internships) and for the first time, Communication Internship. It is through fostered relationships as these, Brooklyn Collegiate endeavors to provide the best for not only the students of the school, but the community at large in which it serves.