Dignity for All Students Act

The NYSED Dignity for All Students Act website includes resources and information for school personnel, students, parents, and community members that help explain the Act’s protections and expectations. The website includes a printable brochure outlining the Act, a downloadable PowerPoint presentation with speaker notes, and links to relevant laws and regulations. Additional resources will be added as they become available.

2012 Martin Luther King, Jr. Arts and Essay Celebration

In partnership with the Office of General Services, the New York State Education Department has installed a new display of student art and essays reflecting the teachings of Martin Luther King, Jr.

The exhibit is open to the public and includes drawings, paintings, photography, sculptures, a very unique art installation, and student essays on aspects of King's legacy. Visitors to the area or schools wishing to see the exhibit can find the display in the South Concourse near the Madison Avenue entrance to the Empire State Plaza in Albany through February 2012.

New York State Summer School for the Arts

Education Department Announces Auditions for the New York State Summer School of the Arts

Auditions for the 2012 New York State Summer School of the Arts (NYSSSA) begin in January and will be held throughout New York State. See a complete schedule of audition sites, application materials, and program information.

SED Releases Grade 3-8 Assessment Guide and Schedule

The State Education Department has released information on the 2012 administration of the grades 3-8 ELA and mathematics assessments. See the news release and guideline memo for more information.

Commissioner King on New York Now

Watch Commissioner King's interview that aired on New York Now.

Dignity for All Students ActThe NYSED Dignity for All Students Act website includes resources and information for school personnel, students, parents, and community members that help explain the Act’s protections and expectations. The website includes a printable brochure outlining the Act, a downloadable PowerPoint presentation with speaker notes, and links to relevant laws and regulations. Additional resources will be added as they become available.2012 Martin Luther King, Jr. Arts and Essay CelebrationIn partnership with the Office of General Services, the New York State Education Department has installed a new display of student art and essays reflecting the teachings of Martin Luther King, Jr.The exhibit is open to the public and includes drawings, paintings, photography, sculptures, a very unique art installation, and student essays on aspects of King's legacy. Visitors to the area or schools wishing to see the exhibit can find the display in the South Concourse near the Madison Avenue entrance to the Empire State Plaza in Albany through February 2012.Education Department Announces Auditions for the New York State Summer School of the ArtsAuditions for the 2012 New York State Summer School of the Arts (NYSSSA) begin in January and will be held throughout New York State. See a complete schedule of audition sites, application materials, and program information.SED Releases Grade 3-8 Assessment Guide and ScheduleThe State Education Department has released information on the 2012 administration of the grades 3-8 ELA and mathematics assessments. See the news release and guideline memo for more information.Commissioner King on New York NowWatch Commissioner King's interview that aired on New York Now.