📚 Students at Martin Luther King Jr. Academy proudly joined the Pledge 182 campaign, committing to attend school every day and on time! Each signature represents a promise to show up and make the most of each school day.

🍕 Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano has promised a pizza party in June for students who achieve perfect attendance!

Together, we can make every school day count and help prevent chronic absenteeism.

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🏆👏🏽 It was a special morning for the #YonkersPublicSchools community as Board of Education President Dr. Rosalba Corrado Del Vecchio and Mr. Salvatore Anthony Corrente were honored with induction into the Saunders Trades and Technical High School Wall of Fame.

The celebration featured heartfelt presentations and the unveiling of their Wall of Fame plaques, creating memorable moments that honored their connection to Saunders Trades and Technical High School and the many lives they have touched along the way. 💙

Thank you to the Saunders Trades and Technical High School Alumni Association, as well as the friends, family, and colleagues who came together to celebrate Dr. Del Vecchio and Mr. Corrente and recognize their accomplishments and contributions to the school community.

Congratulations! 🎉👏🏽

🚒🔥 The Yonkers Fire Department is now recruiting!

Mayor Mike Spano and Fire Commissioner William Fitzpatrick announced the opening of the 2026–2027 Firefighter Examination, inviting qualified candidates to take the next step toward a rewarding career serving and protecting the Yonkers community.

🧯Recruitment is now open! 

Application Deadline: Wednesday, November 25, 2026

Written Examination: Saturday, January 9, 2027

Physical Agility Test: Dates to be announced for qualified candidates

Ready to take the next step? The 2026–2027 Firefighter Examination Application Packet and additional information are available on the City of Yonkers website.

🔗 Visit the link to learn more and apply: https://shorturl.at/iDFNe

🚨 YONKERS MIDDLE HIGH SCHOOL CLOSURE ALERT 🚨

Yonkers Middle High School will be CLOSED today, Monday, September 28, 2026, due to a power outage caused by this weekend’s storm.

Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano swore in former City Councilmember and community leader Symra Brandon to the Yonkers Board of Education.

Brandon served as Yonkers’ first African American female Councilmember. She has a wealth of experience in government, education and community advocacy.

Welcome Trustee Brandon 💫

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The Yonkers Board of Education and the Superintendent of Schools Dr. Aníbal Soler, Jr. extend their heartfelt gratitude to Board Trustee Lawrence R. Sykes, Esq., upon completion of his term of service.

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☮️ Yonkers Montessori Academy (YMA) Celebrates the International Day of Peace! 🕊️

Today, students and staff gathered on the field for a meaningful ceremony celebrating the Montessori pillars of learning, hard work, peace, community and respect for one another.

Standing together as one, students formed “2026,” with the “0” serving as a symbol of peace. Younger and older students sang songs, and the school band performed music reflecting the spirit and purpose of the day.

Thank you to the students and staff at YMA for coming together as a learning community to celebrate peace and unity.

Drone Shot by: Mr. Stratigeas | YMA Teacher

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🎓Get ready for the Yonkers College Fair!

Join us on October 15 from 5 PM – 8 PM at Yonkers Middle High School to explore opportunities.

🔹 Meet college representatives
🔹 Explore colleges and programs
🔹 Ask questions 
🔹 Receive one-on-one support completing your FAFSA application

Select the link to schedule your FAFSA one-on-one appointment with YPIE during the Yonkers College Fair.

https://shorturl.at/UKqiI

We look forward to seeing you there! 💙
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🥉Congratulations to Charis Agbenyo and Isabelle Alonzo on earning 3rd place in the Croton Aqueduct Essay Contest!
 
We’re incredibly proud of these two Academy of Scientific Research Lincoln High School Lancers for their hard work, creativity, and impressive writing skills. 📝
 
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🍂✨ Today marks the first day of autumn! As the leaves begin to change, #YonkersPublicSchools embraces a season of growth, vibrant spirit weeks, and opportunities for every student to shine.

#FirstDayofFall

Did you know last week was National Arts in Education Week? 🎨✨

We’re celebrating by highlighting some incredible recent student artwork that showcases the creativity and talent of students from elementary through high school.

1) Arabella, Gr. 5, School 23
2) Rakan, Gr. 4, School 23
3) Elias, Gr. 10, YMA
4) Elias, Gr. 10, YMA
5) Ryan, Gr. K, School 17
6) Leona, Gr. 5, Siragusa
7) Enzo, Gr. 5, Siragusa
8) Selena, Gr. 9, YMA

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To all observing Yom Kippur, may this day bring you peace, strength, and meaningful reflection. #YonkersPublicSchools

This week marked the first full week of the school year! 🎉💫

From teaching and learning to celebrating the moments that make #YonkersPublicSchools special, it was a great week across our schools!

🔗 Link to read this week’s #WeekInReview -
https://shorturl.at/UUkwq

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🌎 Students at Justice Sonia Sotomayor Community School and School 23 proudly represented their heritage!

From vibrant flags to colorful shirts, students and staff showed off their roots with pride and excitement. It’s a celebration of culture, heritage, and community.

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🕚 All schools and central office closed September 21, 2026 in observance of Yom Kippur

🕚 Escuelas and oficina central cerradas 21 de septiembre de 2026

Superintendent of Schools Dr. Aníbal Soler, Jr. had the pleasure of welcoming four incredible administrators into new leadership appointments over the summer. They embraced career growth and stepped into new roles this school year. 🌟👏

Congratulations to:
💙 Madelyn Guzman, Interim Associate Superintendent

💙 Lauren Parlato, Director, Research, Accountability and Reporting

💙 Jonathan Morano, Principal, Martin Luther King, Jr. Academy

💙 Nikisha Scott, Assistant Principal, Barack Obama School for Social Justice

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🌟 Take a look at the #YonkersPublicSchools Back-to-School Open House schedule. Stop by to connect with teachers, visit classrooms, and meet other parents. Please remember to confirm details with your school.

For more information on the exact location, visit https://shorturl.at/7d3iF

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Today, the Gorton High School Student Council came together at the 25th Anniversary 9/11 Memorial Ceremony to honor the first responders whose courage and dedication continued in the days, weeks, and months following the September 11, 2001 attacks.

This deeply reflective moment in our nation’s history reminds us of the importance of remembering those who served and honoring those we lost.

Thank you, Gorton high school students and staff. #YonkersPublicSchools