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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.

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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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Information from Chancellor Aviles-Ramos regarding the Cell Phone Law and other Important Information
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.
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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.