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Back to School

Resources are available from the New York State Education Department as schools and districts welcome students back to school. We hope these resources will help guide your back-to-school plans as you commence the academic year.

Back-to-School Resources

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Video Series
Welcome Back!
State leaders share their favorite school memories and advice for students.
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Recent News

September 5, 2023
Board of Regents and State Education Department Welcome Educators and Students Back to School
August 28, 2023
Know Your Rights: Attorney General James and NYSED Commissioner Rosa Affirm Every New York Student Has the Right to a Free Public Education

Featured News
Chancellor Young: Welcome Back to School 2023

Board of Regents Chancellor Lester W. Young, Jr. welcomes educators, students, and families back to school.
Commissioner Rosa: Welcome Back to School 2023

Commissioner of Education Betty A. Rosa welcomes educators, students, and families back to school.

September 5, 2023
Board of Regents and State Education Department Welcome Educators and Students Back to School
The Department’s Back to School website provides new resources, guidance, and messages to kick off a successful 2023-24 school year.