🖊 Register today to begin your child's journey in Yonkers Public Schools! Parents of three-year-olds, make sure you plan ahead for their bright future.

Who's eligible? If your child was born on or before December 1, 2022, and you're a Yonkers resident, then it's time to act.

Head to the link and start planning for September 2026! 🎓  #YonkersMagic #YonkersPublicSchools

https://shorturl.at/i0W4a

about 2 hours ago, YPS News
YPS Enrollment

Today, #YonkersPublicSchools honors our heroes — the brave men and women who protect our country. 🇺🇸

In that same spirit of gratitude, we’re shining a spotlight on School 30 for their heartfelt Veterans Day celebration featuring their Chorus and Girl Scout Troop 1769’s special tributes. ❤️

We honor all veterans today and every day. Thank you for your courage and dedication! ✨

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What an incredible Pep Rally at Yonkers Middle High School! 🎉Last week’s celebration had it all — school spirit, teamwork, friendship, and a heartfelt tribute performed by the choir. Every moment reflected pride, unity, and excitement for the year ahead! #YonkersMagic 💙💛
 
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From warm fall tones to detailed leaf textures, #YonkersPublicSchools students captured the beauty of autumn and turned it into art. 🎨
Check out the final page of the newsletter to see more of their amazing fall-themed tree projects. https://aptg.co/NlpC0D

Artwork 1: Jimena Zuniga, 8th Grade, YMA
Artwork 2: Lia Ferreira Lopez, 7th Grade, School 30
Artwork 3: Laoise Gilhooley, 7th Grade, School 30
Artwork 4: Loriela Pjetrushi, 8th Grade, Dichiaro
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🕚All schools and central office closed November 11, 2025 in observance of Veterans Day

🕚Escuelas and oficina central cerradas 11 de noviembre de 2025 en observancia del día de los Veteranos
3 days ago, YPS News
Veterans Day

🎉 Next Saturday is the Yonkers Public Schools Expo!

Come experience the #YonkersMagic in person and learn about all Yonkers Public Schools!

📆 Saturday, November 15, 2025

🕘 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM

📍 Yonkers Middle High School, 150 Rockland Avenue, Yonkers, NY 10705

We can’t wait to see you there! 💙 #YonkersPublicSchools

4 days ago, YPS News
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📚 This week, students, teachers, and staff took part in professional learning during the Superintendent’s Conference Day! From classroom lessons on voting to FAFSA completion events, it was a week of steady progress and continuous growth across our schools.

Reminder: Schools and Central Office will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day.

✨ To catch more of this week’s highlights — click the link https://aptg.co/NlpC0D

Wishing everyone a safe and restful weekend! 💙💛
5 days ago, YPS News
This Week's Newsletter

🎉Congratulations to Coach Jenkins, recipient of the 2025 Mike & Judy Zunic Courage Award! A proud Yonkers grad, teacher, and coach for over 25 years, Coach Jenkins continues to inspire through his leadership and community impact. Thank you, Coach Jenkins, for your decades of dedication to the Yonkers community! 💙

6 days ago, YPS News
YPS Spotlight
Phone and internet service has been restored across the city and school campuses. Thank you for your patience during the outage.
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🔹💫 Join Us Tomorrow for an In-Person PEARLS Informational Meeting!

Discover why PEARLS is the school for academically talented students entering Pre-K through 8th grade!

📅 When: Tomorrow, November 6 at 9:00 AM
📍 Where: 350 Hawthorne Avenue, Yonkers, NY

Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to learn more about PEARLS and what makes the program exceptional.

🕔 Application Deadline: Sunday, November 16 at 5:00 PM

We can’t wait to see you tomorrow at PEARLS! 💙✨

7 days ago, YPS News
PEARLS Flyer

Congratulations to the Yonkers Girls Varsity Swim Team — BACK-TO-BACK League Champions! 🏆
Last year, Yonkers Public Schools made history by winning the district’s first-ever league title, and this year… they did it again! Huge shoutout to the entire team and coaching staff, Julie Schoenlank (Coach) and Devin marrero (Assistant Coach).

The team will head to Felix Festa Middle School Pool in Clarkstown this Friday for the Section 1 Championships. 💙🔥

✅ Click the link to read the full story! https://yonkerstimes.com/yonkers-girls-varsity-swim-team-captures-second-straight-league-championship/

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🎉 This week, #YonkersPublicSchools proudly celebrates National School Psychologist Week!
We extend a heartfelt thank you to all 47 of our incredible school psychologists for the care, compassion, and expertise you bring every day. From listening to students to encouraging their success, your impact goes far beyond the school day.

Thank you from the Yonkers Public Schools community! You’re an essential part of the #YonkersMagic.
9 days ago, YPS News
National School Psychology Week

What a fantastic Week! From students showing off their favorite Halloween costumes, to YMHS first-ever Breast Cancer Walk, and the #YonkersPublicSchools Hispanic Heritage Celebration — it’s been a week full of energy, creativity, and meaningful moments! 💙

📅 Reminder: No school for students on Tuesday, November 4 — staff will report for Superintendent’s Conference Day.

🎃 Wishing everyone a safe and happy Halloween!
✨ Don’t miss this week’s stories, click the link to read the #WeekInReview!

https://aptg.co/b5mbgM

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Yonkers Early Childhood Academy went all out for Halloween! From Superman and police officers to Tinker Bell and Minnie Mouse, students and staff were fully in character and spreading spooky magic! Happy Halloween to everyone and stay tuned for more Yonkers Halloween fun! #YonkersPublicSchools
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Congratulations to five of our very own Yonkers Public Schools custodians for being honored by the Yonkers City Council! Your hard work and dedication are appreciated. Thank you for all that you do for our students, staff, and community. 👏💙

Congratulations to:
Brandon Terrero
School 5

Douglas Perer
Lincoln High School

Michael Okunevich
Yonkers Middle High School

Spencer Anderton
Riverside High School

William Cervantes
Martin Luther King Jr. Academy
13 days ago, YPS News
Yonkers City Council Recognizes Yonkers Public Schools Custodians
💫 Families, Join us this evening, October 28th at 6PM for an in-person meeting at PEARLS to explore exciting opportunities for academically talented students entering grades Pre-K - 8.

We look forward to seeing you tonight at PEARLS Hawthorne School located at 350 Hawthorne Avenue, Yonkers, New York 10705!
15 days ago, YPS News
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🏆 Congratulations to the Yonkers Middle High School Girls Volleyball Varsity team, for being crowned the Yonkers City Volleyball Champions!

Congrats to Yonkers Montessori Academy for securing second place, and Roosevelt High School – Early College Studies for earning third!

👏 A big shoutout to all eight varsity teams for an incredible season—serving up skill, teamwork, and true sportsmanship on and off the court.
15 days ago, YPS News
First Place Winners - Yonkers City Volleyball Champions
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Earlier today, internet and phone service were down across the district. The City of Yonkers IT department worked to restore service. As of now, everything is fully operational.

If anything changes, we will notify you. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

16 days ago, YPS News
The District is aware that internet and phone service are currently down. The City of Yonkers IT department is working to restore service as soon as possible. We know this disrupts school operations. Thank you for your patience and understanding. We will share updates when service is restored.
16 days ago, YPS News
🚨 Great news! The FAFSA Completion Event schedule is now available! Each Yonkers high school will host its own event, giving students and families the chance to get 1 on 1 application support.💫

📅 Check the schedule to see when your school’s event will be held and click the link to register.

Gorton High School FAFSA Completion Event
https://shorturl.at/69Bqt

Riverside High School FAFSA Completion Event
https://shorturl.at/o68qd

Yonkers High School FAFSA Completion Event
https://shorturl.at/4oG9K

Lincoln High School FAFSA Completion Event
https://shorturl.at/cvg9a

Yonkers Montessori Academy FAFSA Completion Event
https://shorturl.at/ifu2U

Roosevelt High School FAFSA Completion Event
https://shorturl.at/xyve9

Barack Obama School for Social Justice FAFSA Completion Event
https://shorturl.at/3UjMZ

Saunders HS FAFSA Completion Event
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16 days ago, YPS News
FAFSA Completion Event Schedule