Physical Education, Remote Learning Style
What does physical education look like in a remote learning environment? For this edition of #DOEconnected, we caught up with a Brooklyn physical education instructor who fills us in about her...
View ArticleFree Food for New Yorkers
Free meals are available to all New Yorkers at over 400 Meal Hubs across the five boroughs, and no registration or ID is required! Learn more about the DOE's Free Meals program, including Meal Hub...
View ArticleRandom COVID-19 Testing in NYC Schools Begins in October
As part of the NYC Department of Education's ongoing efforts to ensure the safety of City students and staff members this year, the DOE is partnering with City health agencies to provide random,...
View ArticleGet Free Meals All Summer Long
Thanks to the DOE's Free Summer Meals program, every New Yorker has access to healthy and nutritious food all summer long. Learn more about the Summer Meals program, including meal site locations,...
View ArticleKeep NYC Safe by Getting Your COVID-19 Vaccine Today
Let's keep NYC on the road to recovery—get your free COVID-19 shot today!
View ArticleWhat Will NYC Schools Be Like in 2021–22?
The first day of the 2021–2022 school year is almost here! Learn more about the health and safety precautions NYC schools are taking that will help keep students and staff members healthy and safe this...
View ArticleNew COVID-19 Testing and Quarantine Protocols Announced for NYC Schools
Beginning September 27, all NYC public schools will implement two key updates to our COVID-19 protocols for students and staff members. Learn more about these changes, and if you haven't already, help...
View ArticleCOVID-19 Vaccine Now Available for 5–11 Year Olds
The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine is now approved and available for children aged 5–11 years old. Learn more about this new vaccine option, and see if your child's school will offer doses in November!
View ArticleMore Vaccines for 5–11 Year Olds Available at Select Schools Beginning...
Thanks to high demand, select NYC public schools will offer the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for 5–11 year olds for two additional days beginning on Wednesday, November 17. See which schools are offering...
View ArticleStaying Safe, Staying Open
With schools back in session following Winter Recess, we've updated our health and safety measures to ensure the continued safety of our students and staff members. Learn more about the changes we've...
View ArticleLearn About the New COVID-19 Protocols in Effect Across NYC Public Schools
Based on guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the New York State Department of Health, the NYC Department of Education has made changes to City schools' COVID-19...
View ArticleTest Your Child for COVID-19 During Midwinter Recess
Help keep New York City's school communities safe and open by getting tested for COVID-19 before returning to school on February 28, 2022. Learn more about the home test kits we're providing City...
View ArticleDOE Updates Outdoor Mask Policy for NYC Public Schools
Beginning Monday, February 28, masks or face coverings are optional for all NYC public school students, staff members, and visitors when outside on school grounds. Learn more about this policy change,...
View ArticleDOE Changes Indoor Masking Policy for NYC Public Schools
Beginning Monday, March 7, face coverings or masks will be optional for all K–12 students, staff members, and visitors, with few exceptions, inside and outside NYC public schools and buses.
View ArticleNYC Reaches High Alert Level for COVID-19
Due to recent increases in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations across the five boroughs, New York City is now at a high alert level for COVID-19. Learn what this means for NYC public schools and how...
View ArticleKids Can Get Free Meals All Summer Long
From June 28–September 2, 2022, NYC public schools, community pool centers, parks, and food trucks across the five boroughs are offering free and nutritious breakfast and lunch to anyone who is 18...
View ArticleNYC Teens: Get Free Access to Planet Fitness All Summer Long
From now until August 31, 2022, NYC teens aged 14–19 can work out for free at Planet Fitness clubs across the five boroughs. Learn more about the High School Summer Pass, and sign up for your free pass...
View ArticleCOVID-19 Vaccines Now Available for Children Under 5
The COVID-19 vaccine has been approved for children ages 6 months and older! Learn more about the COVID-19 vaccine options that are now available for our youngest New Yorkers, and schedule a...
View ArticleFree Planet Fitness Memberships Available for NYC Teens This Summer
From now until August 31, 2023, teens aged 14–19 can work out for FREE at Planet Fitness locations across the five boroughs! Learn more about Planet Fitness' High School Summer Pass '23, and sign up...
View ArticleFree Summer Meals for NYC Kids Until September 1
From June 28–September 1, 2023, select NYC public schools, community pool centers, parks, and food trucks across the five boroughs are offering free and nutritious breakfast and lunch to anyone who is...
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