Good afternoon,

We are pleased to share that School 5 will reopen for students and staff tomorrow, Wednesday, 1/14 resuming normal school operations.

Boiler repair work has been successfully completed, and the building is ready to reopen.

Thank you for your patience, flexibility, and cooperation as this issue was addressed.
about 13 hours ago, YPS News
Important Message

Good afternoon,

We are pleased to share that School 5 will reopen for students and staff tomorrow, Wednesday, 1/14 resuming normal school operations.

Boiler repair work has been successfully completed, and the building is ready to reopen.

Thank you for your patience, flexibility, and cooperation as this issue was addressed.

about 13 hours ago, YPS News
Join the Asthma Committee of the Westchester County African American Advisory Board, Chair Marvin V. Church, and Board Chairperson Barbara Edwards, Esq., for an important discussion on air quality and the impact of asthma in the community.

Together, let’s raise awareness, share knowledge about asthma prevention and learn about available resources to help families.
about 20 hours ago, YPS News
Asthma information community forum
Important announcement! School 5 will be closed tomorrow due to emergency boiler repairs. There will be no school for students or staff. Updates will be shared tomorrow afternoon. Thank you for your understanding.
1 day ago, YPS News

🎉 Exciting news #YonkersPublicSchools!


The Yonkers Public Library has been nominated for Best of Westchester!

Show your support by casting your vote for the library as it plays a vital role in education, literacy, and lifelong learning across Yonkers.

🗳️ Every vote counts!

👉 Voting link: https://bestof.westchestermagazine.com/fun-and-leisure/event-space
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🗳️ ¡Vota por YPL!

Lo Mejor de Westchester
¡Apoya a la Biblioteca Pública de Yonkers!

Cómo votar:

- Categoría: Diversión y Ocio (Fun & Leisure)

- Subcategoría: Espacio para Eventos (Event Space)

- Busca YPL, Yonkers Public Library o cualquier sucursal de YPL
(Crestwood, Will, Riverfront)

¡Cada voto cuenta! Gracias por apoyar a la biblioteca 📚💙

👉 Vota aquí: https://bestof.westchestermagazine.com/fun-and-leisure/event-space

1 day ago, YPS News
Vote for the Yonkers Public Library

#PSA for Parents/Guardians:
Flu season is here. If your child is sick, please do not send them to school! Questions? Please contact your school nurse. #YonkersPublicSchools

2 days ago, YPS News
Flu Season
Flu Season

🎉Save the date! The 2nd Annual Yonkers Districtwide Science Fair will take place on May 9 at Lincoln High School! More details coming soon! #YonkersPublicSchools

2 days ago, YPS News
2nd Annual Yonkers Districtwide Science Fair

Yonkers Public Schools is off to a strong start for the second half of the school year! From a Mobile Food Pantry and Three Kings Day celebrations to welcoming Dr. Robinson as Executive Director of My Brother’s Keeper, it’s all in the #WeekInReview.

Click the link for this week's newsletter. https://aptg.co/vM_Gfr

Have a wonderful weekend!

4 days ago, YPS News
This week's newsletter

Today Yonkers Public Schools announced the appointment of Dr. Marvin Louis Robinson III as the Executive Director of Yonkers Public Schools’ nationally recognized My Brother's Keeper program! Dr. Robinson is a longtime educator and organizational leader with experience spanning school leadership, national program development, and public service.

As part of Dr. Robinson’s outstanding journey, he held a three-month fellowship as a White House Fellow with the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for African Americans during the Obama Administration and previously served as Director of Black Male Engagement for the Center for Black Educator Development. 

Please join in giving him a warm welcome.  

6 days ago, YPS News
Welcome Dr. Marvin Louis Robinson III, the new My Brother's Keeper, Executive Director

A generous toy donation from the Francey Brady’s Bar helped make Three Kings Day unforgettable at School 23. 🎁 From LEGO and Barbie to Hot Wheels and Pokémon, this donation brought smiles to students recognized for their academic success, perfect attendance, and positive citizenship.

A special thank-you to Glenda Rooney Harrington from the Francey Brady’s Bar for helping bring this meaningful moment to life and for supporting #YonkersPublicSchools. #YonkersMagic

7 days ago, YPS News
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✨January is National Mentoring
Mentors shape lives, open doors, and inspire growth.

Comment below:
• Who is your #YonkersPublicSchools mentor?
• How have they made a difference in your life?

Let’s give them the recognition they deserve 👏✨

8 days ago, YPS News
YPS Mentor
Wishing all who celebrate a bright and joyful Three Kings Day! ✨
8 days ago, YPS News
Happy Three Kings Day
📣 Temporary MetroCard Pickup Info

Tomorrow, Tuesday, January 6 from 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm, #YonkersPublicSchools families can purchase student MetroCards in person at the Yonkers Board of Education front desk located at 1 Larkin Center, Yonkers, NY 10701.
8 days ago, YPS News
Temporary MetroCard Pickup Information
Today kicks off the first full week of 2026! Let’s move through the year with #YonkersMagic, fostering student success every step of the way.
9 days ago, YPS News
January 2026 Social Media Calendar
Welcome back everyone! Today, Monday, January 5, 2026 is a regular full day of school.
#YonkersPublicSchools
9 days ago, YPS News
Welcome Back
Did you know registration is open for new students? Parents of three-year-olds, it’s time to start planning for PreK-4!

How to Register:

Click the link, https://shorturl.at/KvyKk

#YonkersPublicSchools #YonkersMagic
9 days ago, YPS News
Registration
⏱️The #YonkersPublicSchools Community Feedback Survey deadline is coming up on Friday, January 16! Share your thoughts on what should stay the same and what should we change.

Click the link to share your thoughts today! https://shorturl.at/PxVnB
10 days ago, YPS News
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There’s no better time than the present to register for adult education classes at the VIVE School – Pathways to Success. Discover free courses in carpentry, culinary arts, medical billing and coding, or GED preparation.

New Year, New Me: Register for Adult Education

To register, visit
https://bit.ly/pathways-registration
12 days ago, YPS News
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✨ Happy New Year! Wishing all students, families, and staff a healthy and successful 2026! School resumes on Monday, January 5, 2026.

13 days ago, YPS News
Happy New Year 2026

🏀🏆 Congratulations to the Obama Lightning basketball team for being crowned the Yonkers Hardwood Classic Champions! Leading the way was Eli Mitchell, who earned MVP honors.

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

Thank you, Mrs. Judon, for capturing these special moments!


14 days ago, YPS News
Congratulations Barack Obama Lightning
Congratulations Eli Mitchell