NYC Public and Private School Listings and Guide
NYC school kids return to the classrooms for the 2021-22 school year on Monday, September 13. Photo by Michael Appleton/Mayoral Photography
Here's the NYC Public School Calendar for 2021-2022
See all the days off NYC kids will have during the 2021-2022 school year.
As families prepare for the uncertainty of the school year, many are looking to learning pods.
How to Create a Homeschool Pod or School Pod: Top Things to Consider
Pandemic pods are one more option for a fraught school year.
The Children's Aid Society provides free and low-cost after-school classes to kids in New York City.
Free and Cheap After-School Programs in NYC for Kids and Teens
Affordable after-school programs in NYC do exist!
Bright Horizons has been designing early education centers, programs, and schedules to meet the needs of working families for over 30 years now.
Tips for Preparing Your Child for the First Day of Daycare
A child care to-do list from the experts at Bright Horizons.
Kids' classes like art lessons can help your NYC child grow and develop
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Guide to NYC Classes for Kids
Stay safe and have fun with awesome classes for kids in New York City, from fully virtual...
A perfectly packed lunchbox helps kick the school blues. Photo courtesy of www.YumboxLunch.com
100 School Lunch Ideas for Kids: Back-to-School Lunches Kids Will Actually Eat
A lunchbox doesn't have to contain a sandwich!
Snow days are the stuff of childhood magic during the winter. Photo by Anita Gregorio Marsault
School Closings: How to Know if it's a Snow Day in New York City
Here are the best resources for finding out if New York City schools, preschools, and day cares are...
Kids can get a lesson in space technology at the Intrepid Sea, Air, and Space Museum's STEM Matters spring break camp. Photo courtesy of the museum
Registration Opens for Free Spring Break STEM Camps in NYC
The DOE's popular, free STEM-focused spring break camps return. Apply now.
Several NYC recreation centers open their doors to kids for after-school enrichment. Photo courtesy of NYC Parks
Register Now for Free After-School Program From NYC Parks
Registration for the city's FREE after-school program is now open for kids ages 6 to 13.
Education decisions are some of the hardest to make. Photo via Bigstock
Public or Private School in NYC? It’s Not Just About Money
By Clara Hemphill and Gina Malin Deciding where to send your child to school can be a stressful...
DOROT's Manhattan Teen Internship Program pairs teens with older adults in need of companionship and aid.
Teens Can Apply Now for Summer Internships in NYC
Take note: Now is the time for teens to apply for these summer gigs.
Reading Time! Summer Book Suggestions for Toddlers to Teens
Don't let the kids tell you there's nothing to do! Try these great summer reads.
5 Ways to Decide Which NYC Pre-K Is Right for Your Child
Ask yourself these five questions before choosing a pre-K for your kid.
High school girls interested in computer science are encouraged to apply. Photo courtesy Girls Who Code
Free STEM Summer Camp from Girls Who Code Opens Registration 2023
This FREE summer STEM program for teen girls is now accepting applications.

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NYC school kids return to the classrooms for the 2021-22 school year on Monday, September 13. Photo by Michael Appleton/Mayoral Photography
Here's the NYC Public School Calendar for 2021-2022
See all the days off NYC kids will have during the 2021-2022 school year. READ MORE 
Snow days are the stuff of childhood magic during the winter. Photo by Anita Gregorio Marsault
School Closings: How to Know if it's a Snow Day in New York City
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5 Ways to Decide Which NYC Pre-K Is Right for Your Child
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DOE Announces New Waitlist Policy for Middle, High School Admissions
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DOROT's Manhattan Teen Internship Program pairs teens with older adults in need of companionship and aid.
Teens Can Apply Now for Summer Internships in NYC
Take note: Now is the time for teens to apply for these summer gigs. READ MORE
Kids can get a lesson in space technology at the Intrepid Sea, Air, and Space Museum's STEM Matters spring break camp. Photo courtesy of the museum
Registration Opens for Free Spring Break STEM Camps in NYC
The DOE's popular, free STEM-focused spring break camps return. Apply now. READ MORE
NYC school kids head back to school on Thursday, September 8, 2022, according to the newly released NYC public school calendar. Photo by Al De Ingeniis
Here's the NYC Public School Calendar for 2022-2023
See all the days off NYC kids will have during the 2022-2023 school year. READ MORE
What kid wouldn't want to eat a lunch this adorable?
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The Children's Aid Society provides free and low-cost after-school classes to kids in New York City.
Free and Cheap After-School Programs in NYC for Kids and Teens
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