Thanksgiving came early for our 3rd Floor Central Office departments! This week, office staff came together for a festive lunch filled with great food and company. It was the perfect moment to connect, collaborate, and strengthen teamwork. #YonkersMagic
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🎉 Yonkers Public Schools is hiring! Join us at the Career Fair on November 22nd from 9:00 AM–1:00 PM at Yonkers Montessori Academy to explore exciting career opportunities.

#YonkersPublicSchools offers a flexible schedule, a supportive team environment, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on students and staff every day!

Register today by clicking https://forms.office.com/g/1eBDRYnP4H

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Honor Dr. King’s legacy and enter the 2026 MLK Poem Contest!

Mayor Mike Spano and Yonkers Arts invite all Yonkers students in grades 6–12 to share an original poem honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Selected poems reflecting the legacy and values of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., such as justice, courage, and unity will be showcased live at the Youth Meet & Poetry Showcase on Thursday, January 8, 2026.

The deadline to submit your poem and cover page is Wednesday, December 3, 2025 to contest@yonkersny.gov. For additional information, visit yonkersny.gov/MLK.
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Today, #YonkersPublicSchools principals came together for a collaborative meeting centered on building goals and instructional strategies. Superintendent Soler took a moment to recognize and celebrate the tremendous work of our school building leaders, emphasizing how essential they are to driving meaningful change and advancing our new initiatives.

Together, we carry the momentum of #YonkersMagic forward.
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As we celebrate American Education Week, we want to extend our heartfelt appreciation to every member of the Yonkers Public Schools community! Whether you’re an administrator, educator, clerical staff member, nurse, IT professional, counselor, aide, safety officer, custodian, bus driver, or have a different role, each person makes a difference in the lives of our students.

We appreciate you! Happy American Education Week!
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Students from School 21 and Montessori School 27 brought learning to life during their visit to the Science Barge! They explored, discovered, and had tons of fun as they experienced science in a new way. #YonkersPublicSchools
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Today, Yonkers Public Schools district leaders collaborated with the Center for Open Data Enterprise (CODE), We Collab, and the Bloomberg Center for Government Excellence (GovEx) for an interactive workshop focused on co-designing and implementing an Equity Intelligent Platform (EIP) .

This platform will help district and community partners understand and respond to student needs — driving equity, access, and success for all.

#YonkersPublicSchools is proud to be part of this opportunity. Together, we’ll leverage the power of data to better support boys and young men of color across Yonkers.
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Are you ready to make a meaningful difference in a supportive work environment? Look no further, #YonkersPublicSchools could be the place for you. The Yonkers Public Schools Career Fair will be held on Saturday, November 22nd at Yonkers Montessori Academy from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.

We are hiring for the following positions:
- School Aide (Special Education)
- Substitute Teacher
- Teacher (various subjects)
- Food Service Helper

Registration is required to attend – click the link https://forms.office.com/g/1eBDRYnP4H

We look forward to meeting you!
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This week, Superintendent Soler visited several schools to ensure district initiatives are reaching classrooms. High school students received one-on-one FAFSA support while schools celebrated World Kindness Day. 💛

Friendly Reminders:
📌 Families are encouraged to attend tomorrow’s Yonkers Public Schools Choice Expo at Yonkers Middle High School.
📌 The PEARLS (Program for Early and Rapid Learners) application deadline: Sunday, Nov. 16 at 5 PM – apply here: https://shorturl.at/CEJMM

To read the newsletter, click here https://aptg.co/_TTfvX

Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable weekend!
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This week's newsletter
#YPSFlashbackFriday! Last week, Superintendent Soler had the privilege of serving as Co-Chair and panelist for this year’s College Board Annual Forum, which marked its 125th anniversary. 🎉

Superintendent Soler helped lead and plan this incredible event, which brought together educators and higher-ed partners. The panel focused on expanding opportunities for students and defining what true readiness looks like in an AI-driven world. He also shared key insights from a K–12 perspective.

Here’s to building even stronger pathways for students in the years ahead! 👏🎓✨
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FLASHBACK FRIDAY

🖊 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

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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
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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
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🎉 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

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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! 💙💛
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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! 💙

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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! 💙✨

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