Conference of Big 5 School Districts Appoints Yonkers Board of Education President Rev. Steve Lopez Vice-Chairperson

In a media release from the Conference of Big 5 School Districts Reverend Steve Lopez, President of Yonkers Board of Education, was appointed to serve as Vice-Chairperson. His leadership term is effective July 1, 2020.

Mayor Spano Appoints Lakisha Collins-Bellamy, Esq. to Yonkers BOE

Mayor Mike Spano appointed Lakisha Collins-Bellamy, Esq. to serve a five-year term as a Trustee of the Yonkers Board of Education on Tuesday, June 30, 2020. She succeeds Dr. Edward Fergus, who was filling the unexpired term of former Trustee Edgar Santana.

The Class of 2020 Celebrates 4 Ways

Necessity is the mother of invention could never be more true as it has been throughout the COVID-19 health crisis. As the school year draws to a close, school district and communities across the country reinvented the traditions of high school graduation for the Class of 2020.

Yonkers Public Schools 2019-2020 Administrator and Teachers of the Year

Yonkers Middle High School Principal Jade Sharp receives the Leadership in Education Award, while Montessori School 31 primary teacher Maureen Corrigan-Connell, Yonkers Middle High School grade 8 Social Studies teacher Beth Isenberg, and Roosevelt High School – Early College Studies Spanish teacher Dr. Ida D’Ugo are the 65th Annual Teachers of the Year.

Trustees Unanimously Elect Rev. Lopez & Ms. Ramos Meier to Lead Board of Education

At the 139th Annual Meeting of the Yonkers Board of Education, held by video conferencing because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Trustees re-elected Rev. Steve Lopez and Ms. Judith Ramos Meier to serve as president and vice-president respectively. Both will serve one-year terms in their leadership posts.

Schools Closed For Rest of Academic Year - Distance Teaching & Learning Continue

(May 1, 2020) Per Governor Cuomo: All schools in New York State will remain CLOSED for the rest of the academic year. Yonkers Public Schools will continue distance teaching and learning.

Board of Education Adopts COVID-19 Grading Systems Protocol

The Trustees of the Yonkers Board of Education approved suspending the implementation of Board Policy 4710, Grading Systems, and adopted the COVID-19 Grading Systems Protocol.

BOE to Hold Special Meeting via Zoom Video Conferencing

In adherence with social distancing requirements, the Board of Education will hold a Special Meeting to discuss extending the COVID-19 Emergency Agreements with bargaining units and any other business brought before the Board at 4PM Thursday, April 2, 2020 via Zoom video conference.

Spring Break Canceled. Distance Learning & More Continue.

The Governor’s Executive Order requires all schools in the state to remain closed until April 15, 2020, at least. It also requires Districts to continue distance learning, meals, and childcare during any remaining vacation or snow days, including the upcoming Spring Recess.

Yonkers Board of Education Holds First Public Meeting Via Video Conferencing

Yonkers Board of Education President Rev. Steve Lopez opened the Monday, March 23, 2020 Special Meeting of the Board noting, “…we are holding our meeting via video conference.

Yonkers Public Schools to Remain Closed Through March 31, 2020

All Yonkers Public Schools will remain closed through Tuesday, March 31, 2020. Schools are expected to reopen on Wednesday, April 1, 2020 with the understanding that schools may have to remain closed.

Yonkers Public Schools Closed for All Students & Staff 3/16-3/17 2020

Yonkers Public Schools will be closed Monday and Tuesday, March 16th and 17th for all students and staff. Central Office will be open for administrative staff only

Schools Closed for Students Only Fri 3/13/20. Staff to Report for Superintendent's Conference Day

There are no confirmed cases of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) in our schools, but the District is preparing for a prolonged closure. Schools will be closed for students on Friday, March 13 for Superintendent’s Conference Day.

Yonkers Public Schools Emergency Continuity Plans

While there are no confirmed cases of Coronavirus Disease in our schools at this time, we must be prepared. The Yonkers Public Schools Emergency Health and Facilities Management Plan is being supplemented by a Contingency Instructional Plan that will provide students with 14 days of lessons for every grade level.

3/4/20 Coronavirus Update from the Superintendent of Schools

Superintendent of Schools Dr. Edwin M. Quezada updates the learning community about Coronavirus, including practical prevention measures..

BOE Adopts Five-Year Contract for Superintendent of Schools Dr. Edwin M. Quezada

At the February 26, 2020 Stated Meeting of the Yonkers Board of Education, the Trustees unanimously adopted Resolution 10.8 appointing Dr. Edwin M. Quezada to a new five year term as superintendent of schools. The new contract commences February 1, 2020 through January 31, 2025.

Superintendent Provides State Legislators With Solutions to Close Budget Gap

Superintendent of Schools Dr. Edwin M. Quezada presented testimony before the New York State Joint Legislative Fiscal and Education Committee earlier this this week. He addressed head-on the structural budget constraints which sabotage Yonkers ability to sustain educational programs and the personnel required to deliver them.  Dr. Quezada offered a four-point plan for sustainable recurring revenue to maintain outstanding academic outcomes for all students - and to close the persistent budget gap. 

Lincoln Science Research Students Shine in Regional Competition

Three Lincoln High School Science Research students were among 550 young scientists from throughout the region who participated in the Westchester Regional Junior Science and Humanities Symposium. Jessica Abu’s Environmental poster board earned her a coveted 2nd place.

Gorton Seniors Take FLIGHT - Graduate a Semester Early

With enough credits to earn their high school diplomas, 36 Gorton High School students are off and running to college and career a semester early thanks to their participation in the FLIGHT program (Future Leaders Inspired and Getting a Head Start on Tomorrow).

In the Spotlight: Students & Teachers

Intense concentration is required when determining the "cause of death" in Ms. Mancuso's Forensics class at Lincoln High School. The hands-on lessons are absolutely RIBBIT-ing while students document cuts, abrasions, marks, and more during the Frog-topsy. See for yourself, and much more from around the District this week. 

Call for Nominations: Teachers of the Year

Celebrate a Yonkers Public Schools teacher with a nomination for this prestigious honor. The Yonkers Kiwanis Club, Mayor Mike Spano, Yonkers Public Schools, and Yonkers Board of Education Trustees team up to sponsor the City's 2020 Teacher of the Year Awards. Nominations are due February 14, 2020

Yonkers Public Schools Graduation Rate Up Again!

“Once again, it is my pleasure to report that Yonkers Public Schools’ graduation rate is up over last year reaching 88% of our seniors graduating on time,” announced Yonkers Board of Education President Rev. Steve Lopez.

The Yonkers BOE Welcomes You to Their Meetings

The Trustees of the Yonkers Board of Education welcome you to their January 2020 Committee meetings and their monthly Stated meeting. Please select Read More for the Board’s complete meeting schedule.

The Decade Begins With a $750,000 Grant

Thanks to the efforts of Assemblymember Nader J. Sayegh, a $750,000 grant will help Yonkers Public Schools modernize the Lincoln High School auditorium and Yonkers Middle High School sports facilities.

Yonkers BOE Accepting Applications for Library Trustee

Rev. Steve Lopez, President of the Yonkers Board of Education, announced that the Board is accepting applications for two positions of Trustee for the Yonkers Public Library. Applications are due December 30.