The four My Brother's Keeper Fellows representing Yonkers - Joel Gonzalez (Gorton High School), Quilan Wilson (Lincoln High School), Max Hernandez (Yonkers Middle High School), and Marcus Knight, Jr. (Barack Obama School for Social Justice) - had a powerful, impactful, and truly transformative experience in Albany last week, taking the stage at the Annual Stand and Deliver: My Brother's Keeper Fellows Leadership Workshop and Speaker Showcase and courageously sharing inspiring stories of how MBK has shaped their lives and futures.
From turning fear into motivation to shifting their mindsets toward endless possibilities, the MBK Yonkers Fellows spoke eloquently about discovering acceptance and purpose through their MBK brotherhood.
Their voices, alongside MBK Chapters across New York State, resonated deeply, inspiring and highlighting the movement's lasting impact on confidence and public speaking.
We are incredibly proud of their growth and leadership. The future is bright, and this is only the beginning. #MBKALLDAY #MBKYonkers #MBKModelCommunity
From turning fear into motivation to shifting their mindsets toward endless possibilities, the MBK Yonkers Fellows spoke eloquently about discovering acceptance and purpose through their MBK brotherhood.
Their voices, alongside MBK Chapters across New York State, resonated deeply, inspiring and highlighting the movement's lasting impact on confidence and public speaking.
We are incredibly proud of their growth and leadership. The future is bright, and this is only the beginning. #MBKALLDAY #MBKYonkers #MBKModelCommunity
Repost from Instagram @saunders_bluedevils_basketball Saunders Blue Devils Advances to the next round of the playoffs by beating Brewster HS 60-53. Saunders was led in scoring by Alex Vazquez who had 32 points. This was Saunders first playoff victory since 2018. Saunders takes on Suffern HS on Saturday. Time TBD. #SetTheStandard @section_1_central @yonkersathletics @yonkerspublicschools @thewinningmoments
Children’s author Nick Bruel recently joined students in grades PK–4 at School 30, inspiring young readers through creativity and a love of reading!
Students had the exciting opportunity to meet the author, learn about his creative process, and discover how he brings his beloved Bad Kitty stories and illustrations to life.
What a memorable event!
#YonkersMagic
Students had the exciting opportunity to meet the author, learn about his creative process, and discover how he brings his beloved Bad Kitty stories and illustrations to life.
What a memorable event!
#YonkersMagic
🎓✨Congratulations to Barack Obama School for Social Justice’s Top 20 #Classof2026 students! Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence continue to inspire the #YonkersPublicSchools community.
Keep reaching higher, achieving your goals, and representing with pride. A special congratulations to Valedictorian Janaiyah L. Merrill and Salutatorian Cherish Wamack. #YonkersMagic
Keep reaching higher, achieving your goals, and representing with pride. A special congratulations to Valedictorian Janaiyah L. Merrill and Salutatorian Cherish Wamack. #YonkersMagic
🏀 The excitement is building as today marks the start of the Section One Basketball tournament! Five #YonkersPublicSchools boys' basketball teams and one girls' basketball team will compete this afternoon.
Join us in cheering them on as they take the court and represent Yonkers with pride and determination.
#YonkersMagic💙✨
Join us in cheering them on as they take the court and represent Yonkers with pride and determination.
#YonkersMagic💙✨
Today, we recognize Ash Wednesday and the beginning of Lent, a sacred time of reflection, prayer, and renewal for many. As the Lenten season begins, we extend our heartfelt wishes to all who observe. May this season bring peace, strength, and meaningful moments of faith, kindness, and hope.
🎉 Yonkers Public Schools is hiring! Make a meaningful impact every day as a school aide or substitute teacher. Enjoy a flexible schedule, a supportive team, and the opportunity to help students succeed. Apply today!
School Aide Application: https://shorturl.at/0xtxM
Per Diem Substitute Teacher Application: https://shorturl.at/ulckN
School Aide Application: https://shorturl.at/0xtxM
Per Diem Substitute Teacher Application: https://shorturl.at/ulckN
#YonkersPublicSchools extends our heartfelt wishes to all observing Ramadan. May this sacred time of reflection, prayer, and compassion continue to inspire peace, gratitude, and generosity in the days ahead.
We wish our families, colleagues, and Muslim friends continued blessings during this sacred time. Ramadan Mubarak. 🌙✨
We wish our families, colleagues, and Muslim friends continued blessings during this sacred time. Ramadan Mubarak. 🌙✨
Congratulations to Yonkers Middle High School’s Top 20 #Classof2026 seniors! 🎓✨
Keep pushing forward and making #YonkersPublicSchools proud! Congratulations to Valedictorian Isabel Dourmashkin and Salutatorian Kium Hwangbo! 👏🏽🎉
#YonkersMagic
Keep pushing forward and making #YonkersPublicSchools proud! Congratulations to Valedictorian Isabel Dourmashkin and Salutatorian Kium Hwangbo! 👏🏽🎉
#YonkersMagic
Repost from Instagram account: re.visions.photograohy - The season ends But the Brotherhood that was build doesn’t.
Saunders senior night
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Saunders senior night
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☕️ Good morning #YonkersPublicSchools
🔵 All schools are CLOSED for Presidents Day & Winter Recess Monday, February 16, 2026 Through Friday, February 20, 2026
🔵 Central Office will be open Wednesday, February 18, 2026 Through Friday, February 20, 2026
🔵 All schools are CLOSED for Presidents Day & Winter Recess Monday, February 16, 2026 Through Friday, February 20, 2026
🔵 Central Office will be open Wednesday, February 18, 2026 Through Friday, February 20, 2026
In this #WeekInReview, learn about our recent celebrations, including the Mayor’s School Spotlight at Ella Fitzgerald Academy, the start of our valedictorian and salutatorian announcements, and our competitive athletes who continue to thrive.
Also, this week Superintendent Soler stood alongside Mayor Mike Spano during a press conference addressing the fiscal challenges facing our district. Transparency matters. Partnership matters. And advocacy matters.
Friendly reminder, all Yonkers Public Schools will be closed February 16–20 for Winter Recess.
Link to the newsletter: https://bit.ly/yps-week-in-review
Have a wonderful/restful break!
✨Hey #YonkersPublicSchools, we’re already almost halfway through February!
As a reminder, all Yonkers Public Schools will be closed February 16–20 for Winter Recess.
Please note: Central Office will also be closed February 16–17 in observance of Presidents’ Day.
As a reminder, all Yonkers Public Schools will be closed February 16–20 for Winter Recess.
Please note: Central Office will also be closed February 16–17 in observance of Presidents’ Day.
Congratulations to Riverside High School’s Top 20 #Classof2026 students! 🎓✨
Keep striving and achieving! Special congratulations to Valedictorian, Christine Flores and Salutatorian, Ean Tyson-Raymond Anderson! 👏🏽🎉
#YonkersMagic
Keep striving and achieving! Special congratulations to Valedictorian, Christine Flores and Salutatorian, Ean Tyson-Raymond Anderson! 👏🏽🎉
#YonkersMagic
In celebration of Black History Month, Ella Fitzgerald Academy proudly welcomed Lieutenant Charles Walker, Detective Specialist Rachelle Sainten, and seven police officers from the Yonkers Police Department (YPD) for a special read-aloud. 📚
Their visit sparked meaningful dialogue about perseverance, leadership, and the importance of community. As a heartfelt thank-you, students presented the YPD with handmade drawings, and they were honored with certificates of appreciation.
Officers in attendance included: Quinasia Jackson, Fredrick Robinson, Gregory Boney, Kevin Henry, Devin Ali, Jared Pinto and Adeza Imadadon.
Thank you to our Yonkers Police Department for taking the time to uplift and empower the next generation! 💙✊🏾
#BlackHistoryMonth
Their visit sparked meaningful dialogue about perseverance, leadership, and the importance of community. As a heartfelt thank-you, students presented the YPD with handmade drawings, and they were honored with certificates of appreciation.
Officers in attendance included: Quinasia Jackson, Fredrick Robinson, Gregory Boney, Kevin Henry, Devin Ali, Jared Pinto and Adeza Imadadon.
Thank you to our Yonkers Police Department for taking the time to uplift and empower the next generation! 💙✊🏾
#BlackHistoryMonth
Two Top Athletes. Two Milestones.
Ava Corbin, standout female wrestler (Saunders) and Madison White, rising bowling star (Halmi) both qualified for the State Championships in their sports. We'll have more tomorrow (Tuesday).
Congratulations to our YMHS Science Olympians on earning third place at the regional Science Olympiad - an outstanding achievement! The team earned a berth to the State competition and to represent Yonkers with excellence.
Special thanks to Dr. Kaszczak, Mrs. Dash, and Mrs. Castelli for their dedication, time, and commitment to making this opportunity possible for our students. Their leadership and support make a difference, and it shows.
A moment of #SCIENCE please!
Please join us on Wednesday, February 11, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Lincoln High School, 275 Kneeland Avenue, for an informative Science Teachers Association of New York State (STANYS) meeting.
All elementary science teachers, secondary science teachers, administrators, and #YonkersPublicSchools parents are most welcome!
Learn about the Grades 5 & 8 Science Tests, Regents exams, new lab investigations, New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS), and much more.
Parents will also get tips on supporting their students in science and preparing for state tests. New York State Education Department (NYSED) representatives will present, and light snacks will be provided.
Please join us on Wednesday, February 11, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Lincoln High School, 275 Kneeland Avenue, for an informative Science Teachers Association of New York State (STANYS) meeting.
All elementary science teachers, secondary science teachers, administrators, and #YonkersPublicSchools parents are most welcome!
Learn about the Grades 5 & 8 Science Tests, Regents exams, new lab investigations, New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS), and much more.
Parents will also get tips on supporting their students in science and preparing for state tests. New York State Education Department (NYSED) representatives will present, and light snacks will be provided.
✨ Calling all motivated #YonkersPublicSchools High School students!
Are you between 14–18 years old and ready to make a difference? Join New York State Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart Cousin’s Youth Advisory Council!
This is your chance to earn community service hours, build leadership and public speaking skills, and have your voice heard 💬
Deadline to apply: February 20th
Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity! 🚀
https://shorturl.at/TrEXz
🏅💪🏽 Over 160 young female athletes came together as Yonkers Public Schools proudly celebrated National Women & Girls in Sports Day at Saunders Trades and Technical High School!
Students were inspired by a dynamic panel of distinguished leaders and accomplished women across diverse careers who shared powerful insights on sports, leadership, confidence, and the lifelong skills built through athletics.
Thank you to EmpowerHer Sports & Leadership Inc., and to our incredible speakers and leaders from Yonkers Public Schools, the Office of Andrea Stewart-Cousins, New York State Senate, City of Yonkers Mayor’s Office, and the Yonkers City Council for pouring into and empowering the next generation of strong, confident leaders.
Students were inspired by a dynamic panel of distinguished leaders and accomplished women across diverse careers who shared powerful insights on sports, leadership, confidence, and the lifelong skills built through athletics.
Thank you to EmpowerHer Sports & Leadership Inc., and to our incredible speakers and leaders from Yonkers Public Schools, the Office of Andrea Stewart-Cousins, New York State Senate, City of Yonkers Mayor’s Office, and the Yonkers City Council for pouring into and empowering the next generation of strong, confident leaders.
