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Join Yonkers Public Schools for this year’s Relay for Life as we raise vital funds for cancer research and support services, Friday, May 29, 2026 from 3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.at Gorton High School, 100 Shonnard Place, Yonkers
Building on last year’s success, we are coming together to support two very special members of our school family: Brenda Cardoza, whose dedication and compassion have touched so many lives, and Belen Ruiz Benito, a brave second-grade student at Enrico Fermi School whose strength and courage have inspired our entire community.
Walk with us and stand united in hope.
Yonkers Public Schools 12th graders and 8th graders (with School ID) are invited to the Roosevelt High School Library, 631 Tuckahoe Road, on Wednesday, 4/15 & Friday, 4/17 during Periods 5–8, and Saturday, April 18 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Thank you to the generous donors who make this possible. #YonkersMagic
Reminder for families: Please check your child’s bookbag for any printed work that was sent home, along with their QR codes for remote learning sign-in. If any materials were misplaced, teachers have also posted assignments on their class websites. Thank you for your support in helping students stay on track!
We hope you are enjoying your spring break!
Good afternoon parents and guardians. This is Dr. Wyatt calling with an important message. Our Panorama Survey is now open for grades 3rd-8th. Please log onto our website and click on the families link to take this brief survey. Thank you again for your continued support for Ella Fitzgerald Academy!
The Ella Fitzgerald Academy PTA will be hosting a Bake Sale on March 18 and 19 during all lunch periods. Students will be able to purchase sweet treats such as cupcakes, donuts, cookies, and more, with items priced between $1.00 and $2.00.
The PTA is also welcoming donations of baked goods and drinks as well as parent volunteers to help make the event a success. All proceeds will support future PTA events and activities for our school community.
If you would like to donate or volunteer, please contact the PTA at 914-426-3071. Thank you for supporting our school! 🍪🧁🍩
All Yonkers Public Schools and Central Office facilities are closed on Monday, February 23, 2026, due to the blizzard warning.
Only building custodians and snow removal team members should report.
Please stay home, be safe and continue to monitor the district website and social media platforms for updates.
Please join us on Wednesday, February 11, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Lincoln High School, 275 Kneeland Avenue, for an informative Science Teachers Association of New York State (STANYS) meeting.
All elementary science teachers, secondary science teachers, administrators, and #YonkersPublicSchools parents are most welcome!
Learn about the Grades 5 & 8 Science Tests, Regents exams, new lab investigations, New York State Science Learning Standards (NYSSLS), and much more.
Parents will also get tips on supporting their students in science and preparing for state tests. New York State Education Department (NYSED) representatives will present, and light snacks will be provided.
Monday, February 2, 2026, due to a water service disruption.
Please stay updated through district social media, the YPS mobile app, and the district website for further updates.
Good evening parents and guardians. This is Dr. Wyatt calling to inform you that the Good Touches/Bad Touches curriculum will be presented to the children in Kindergarten. The educational objectives are to have the children understand the importance of safety which includes the concept of the differences between good and bad touch. A letter has been sent home to describe the program in its entirety. Please fill out the permission slip and return this to your child's teacher. Thank you.
Students who plan to retake their photo should be sure to notify their teacher ahead of time so they can be properly accounted for on the day of retakes.
We look forward to helping students capture their best smiles! 📸
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El día de repetición de fotos escolares se llevará a cabo el jueves 8 de enero de 2026 en Ella Fitzgerald Academy.
Los estudiantes que planeen volver a tomarse la foto deben avisar a su maestro(a) con anticipación para que puedan ser registrados correctamente ese día.
¡Esperamos ayudar a nuestros estudiantes a capturar su mejor sonrisa! 📸
Deadline Extended to December 19, 2025 for the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 2026 Poem Contest
Details & Submission Forms: https://www.yonkerspublicschools.org/page/mlk-poem-contest-2026
Attention All Students Grades 6-12!
Deadline Extended for the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. 2026 Poem Contest
Get Details Here: https://www.yonkerspublicschools.org/page/mlk-poem-contest-2026
We understand the inconvenience this may cause and appreciate the patience of our staff, families, and YPS community as we resolve this matter.
Join us as we celebrate our rich culture and traditions on **October 10, 2025**, during all lunches!
✨ PTA will provide sweet bread for students, and teachers and staff will serve milk.
👕 Students are encouraged to wear traditional clothing from their countries to honor our cultural roots.
If you’d like to **volunteer or donate**, please contact the main office at (914) 376-8420
Thank you for helping us celebrate this special day with our Hispanic community!
We’re thrilled to welcome Brenda Cardoza, the new Yonkers Public Schools Parent Coordinator! Ms Cardoza is a long-time advocate and trusted voice for our families. Her work will center on strengthening parent engagement and supporting our vulnerable student population, particularly those served under the McKinney-Vento Act, which addresses the needs of students experiencing homelessness. Surrounding Ms. Cardoza is Associate Superintendent Lissette Colón-Collins (left), and Superintendent of Schools Aníbal Soler, Jr. (right).
