Get ready for 3 stages of live music, exciting activities for all ages, and a vibrant Kids Zone. The family fun will continue from 12pm to 7pm on main street in downtown Yonkers.
Hey families, we have great news! The Open House schedule is now available for all 39 schools. This is a great opportunity to visit the school, meet your child’s teacher(s) and learn more about the upcoming school year. Be sure to confirm with your school.
We look forward to seeing you there! #YonkersMagic
They inspire generations, and shape the future in countless ways, especially in the #YonkersPublicSchools.
We hope you not only celebrated yesterday on National Grandparents Day but continue the celebration. #GrandParentsDay
Welcome back! This #WeekInReview marks the first newsletter of the 2025-2026 School Year! The first week was packed with energy and momentum. Superintendent Soler visited eleven schools, greeting our new principals, and spending time with students in classrooms! ! Click the link to read this week’s newsletter. https://aptg.co/tsf5rd #YonkersMagic
We’re grateful to our staff, volunteers, and community partners who made this possible. ✨
Students spent their final days of summer break attending backpack drives, while teachers and staff prepared their classrooms for the exciting year ahead. Plus, we’ve introduced new initiatives, including Yondr pouches and the Yonkers 2030 strategic plan! #YonkersMagic
💙 Dr. Eileen Rivera-Shapiro, Associate Superintendent, Office of School Leadership and Engagement
💙 Dr. Jason Baez, Principal, School 5
💙 Donald DeMatteo, Principal, Yonkers Montessori Academy
💙 Dr. Matel Hassan, Principal, Montessori School 27
💙 Kevin Agee, Assistant Principal, Paideia School 15
💙 Lewis Cabarrouy, Assistant Principal, Roosevelt High School – Early College Studies
💙 Rawan Fanek, Assistant Principal, Gorton High School
💙 Jennifer Viruet-Morales, Assistant Principal, Yonkers Montessori Academy
💙 Morgan White, Assistant Principal, School 5
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Starting this year, all schools will follow a 6-day rotating schedule (Days A-F) to ensure equal instruction time and better support for all students. Classes rotate daily, even with holidays. More info: https://www.yonkerspublicschools.org/page/newletter-day-schedule
1:1 devices for every student. New rules on internet-enabled devices.
See how Yonkers Public Schools is preparing for 2025-26 in Superintendent Soler’s interview with News12.
Watch here:
https://westchester.news12.com/yonkers-schools-superintendent-previews-2025-26-school-year
💙 Jaime Gionfriddo, Director, Office of Teaching and Learning
💙 Judy Cholewa, Principal, Montessori School 31
💙 Evauna Neville, Assistant Principal, Yonkers Montessori Academy
💙 Maria Payano, Assistant Principal, School 21
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This Wednesday, August 27, join the Virtual Town Hall discussion on the New York State restrictions on Internet-Enabled Devices.
📱 Families will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about the bell-to-bell restrictions.
We look forward to seeing you there.
🗓️ Date & Time: August 27 at 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Zoom
✅ Register: https://bit.ly/08-27-25-webinar
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Superintendent of Schools Aníbal Soler, Jr. has the pleasure of announcing leadership appointments of three incredible central office administrators. Congratulations to:
💙 Jill Post, Executive Director, Office of Student Support Services
💙 Jennifer Degl, Executive Director, Science and Instructional Technology Department
💙 Dr. Roshan Bhojwani, Director, Office of Student Support Services
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📲 B I G N E W S!
It’s official! Yonkers Public Schools has its very own app available for download in the google play and app store 🎉 The app features school updates, events, and important news from the district and each of our schools! Take a look for yourself.
✨ Download the app today and stay connected to the #YonkersMagic! ✨
App Store Link: https://aptg.co/z06zPN
Google Play Store Link: https://aptg.co/HJjY6-
✨Did you know parents can register or withdraw their students online before the school year begins! 🖥️
Click the link(s) to get started! #YonkersMagic
Register: www.yonkerspublicschools.org/register
Withdraw: www.yonkerspublicschools.org/withdrawal
