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).
Good morning Yonkers Public Schools! Today, Monday, September 15, 2025, is a "C" Day. But, wait! The week begins with a C and ends with an A? You've got this. 💯 Carpe Diem!
Wednesday, September 17 5:00 pm
The last entry to the building will be 6:30 and Open House will end at 7 p.m.
Pre-K class parents will enter through their arrival doors.
Grades 1-4 including Ms. Meran and Ms. Serpa's classes will enter through the Main Door number 1
Grades 5-8 including SPED 4,5,6 classes will enter through the back security door located on Van Cortland Door number 7.
After a brief presentation on the new 1:1 device policy, parents will be allowed to visit classrooms. Please note the after school program as well as St. Joseph's will be available to have students sign up. Open House is for parents so if possible please do not bring students that night to limit the capacity as our school has grown. Thank you and have a great evening.
All students in grades K-8 enter through Main Entrance door #1. The doors will open at 7:15 a.m. for breakfast.
Breakfast will run from 7:15 a.m.- 7:35 a.m. Parents are not allowed in the building during this time. Students
arriving late must get a late pass from the security officer.
LATE:
If you drop off your child after 7:45 a.m. they will be considered late and enter through Lawrence St. entrance Door #1.
PRE-K
Pre-K arrival will take place at the classroom doors on Lawrence St. Doors 2,15,16.
All Pre-K students will have breakfast in the classrooms.
BUS STUDENTS:
Bus students will enter via Lawrence St. door #5.
DISMISSAL PROCEDURES:
Due to school safety regulations, parents will no longer enter the building for pick-up. Dismissal locations and
times will be based on grade level. They will now be at separate sides of the building to minimize traffic impact,
bus arrival and dismissal, and human congestion.
PICK-UP LOCATIONS AND TIME:
Pre-K - Ms. Checo Room 112 : Door #15 at 1:45 pm
Pre-K - Ms. Sanchez Room 113 : Door #16 at 1:45 pm
Pre-K - Mrs. Rivera Room 103: Door #2 at 1:45 pm
K-1: Door #14 (Mclean Ave. ) at 1:55 pm
2: Door #4 (Lawrence St.) at 2:00 pm
3-4: Door #5 (Lawrence St.) at 2:05 pm
5-6: Door #7 (Van Cortlandt) at 2:10 pm
7-8: Main Entrance Door #1 (Lawrence St.) at 2:15 pm
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
Please stop by to receive your free bookbag and supplies! Entrance to event will be via the Gymnasium on the Van Cortlandt side.
Start the countdown! School begins Wednesday, September 3, 2025 for all students PreKindergarten - Grade 12.
Yonkers Magic: When you're headed to 3rd grade in September, and your Reading Buddy is the Superintendent of Schools! Thank you, Superintendent Soler, for inspiring a love of reading and supporting the academic growth of young readers through the much loved Family Service Society of Yonkers Summer Reading Buddies program at Riverfront Library. "Books are...portable magic." -- Stephen King
Extended School Year Program
Power has been restored at Yonkers Montessori Academy. The Extended School Year (ESY) program will run as normally scheduled tomorrow, Wednesday, July 16th.
We appreciate your patience and understanding during this unexpected disruption. Thank you for your continued support and cooperation.
Due to the inclement weather resulting in a power outage at Yonkers Montessori Academy, the Extended School Year (ESY) program has been canceled for today, Tuesday, July 15th.
We understand the inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding and flexibility. Further updates regarding the status of the program will be provided as soon as more information becomes available.
Thank you for your continued support and stay safe.
