Education Resources for Families

Stay up to date with the latest news from NYC Schools, find information on available scholarships and other resources to help your children succeed.

Some organizations listed here are NYC Agencies. Please visit Updates on NYC Agency Suspensions and Reductions or call the listed providers/resources to confirm hours of operation. For assistance in navigating these pages, please visit Ask NYPL.

Looking to help? Check Help Now NYC for ways you can (safely) volunteer to help fellow New Yorkers. If your business can help the city or state with manufacturing or donating medical supplies or personal protective equipment, click here to learn more.

Charter Schools

Information about enrolling your child in a charter school.

Department of Education Enrollment Help

Help with the enrollment process for public schools for new NYC residents. 

Daily COVID case map

All cases of COVID-19 that are reported within New York City public schools. It is updated Sunday through Friday at 6 PM.

New York City Schools Account

An app that helps parents and legal guardians track their children's education. Through NYCSA, adults can oversee grades, attendance, fitness results, schedule, and more. 

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