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Yonkers Board of Education Holds First Public Meeting Via Video Conferencing

Yonkers Board of Education President Rev. Steve Lopez opened the Monday, March 23, 2020 Special Meeting of the Board noting, “…we are holding our meeting via video conference.

Yonkers Public Schools to Remain Closed Through March 31, 2020

All Yonkers Public Schools will remain closed through Tuesday, March 31, 2020. Schools are expected to reopen on Wednesday, April 1, 2020 with the understanding that schools may have to remain closed.

Yonkers Public Schools Closed for All Students & Staff 3/16-3/17 2020

Yonkers Public Schools will be closed Monday and Tuesday, March 16th and 17th for all students and staff. Central Office will be open for administrative staff only

Schools Closed for Students Only Fri 3/13/20. Staff to Report for Superintendent's Conference Day

There are no confirmed cases of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) in our schools, but the District is preparing for a prolonged closure. Schools will be closed for students on Friday, March 13 for Superintendent’s Conference Day.

Yonkers Public Schools Emergency Continuity Plans

While there are no confirmed cases of Coronavirus Disease in our schools at this time, we must be prepared. The Yonkers Public Schools Emergency Health and Facilities Management Plan is being supplemented by a Contingency Instructional Plan that will provide students with 14 days of lessons for every grade level.

3/4/20 Coronavirus Update from the Superintendent of Schools

Superintendent of Schools Dr. Edwin M. Quezada updates the learning community about Coronavirus, including practical prevention measures..

BOE Adopts Five-Year Contract for Superintendent of Schools Dr. Edwin M. Quezada

At the February 26, 2020 Stated Meeting of the Yonkers Board of Education, the Trustees unanimously adopted Resolution 10.8 appointing Dr. Edwin M. Quezada to a new five year term as superintendent of schools. The new contract commences February 1, 2020 through January 31, 2025.

Superintendent Provides State Legislators With Solutions to Close Budget Gap

Superintendent of Schools Dr. Edwin M. Quezada presented testimony before the New York State Joint Legislative Fiscal and Education Committee earlier this this week. He addressed head-on the structural budget constraints which sabotage Yonkers ability to sustain educational programs and the personnel required to deliver them.  Dr. Quezada offered a four-point plan for sustainable recurring revenue to maintain outstanding academic outcomes for all students - and to close the persistent budget gap. 

Lincoln Science Research Students Shine in Regional Competition

Three Lincoln High School Science Research students were among 550 young scientists from throughout the region who participated in the Westchester Regional Junior Science and Humanities Symposium. Jessica Abu’s Environmental poster board earned her a coveted 2nd place.