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Religious and Independent School Support

The Office of Religious and Independent School Support (ORISS) is the NYSED office that has the primary responsibility of assisting New York State’s religious and independent schools to support their students. ORISS provides technical assistance in the areas of school start-up, operations, high school registration, professional development, substantial equivalency, and funding opportunities. It also provides guidance to families who voluntarily choose to homeschool.

Recent News

April 1, 2025
Per state law, the claim deadline for MSA-CAP is April 1, 2025.
January 9, 2025
Y6 Mathematics, Science & Technology Teachers (MST) program reimbursement payments for approved candidates have been initiated.
School Count
ORISS Supports 1,821 Religious & Independent Schools and Counting