Dear New Yorkers:
There is always a special excitement on the first day of school. The First Lady and I are so happy to join with Chancellor Fariña, principals, teachers, and school communities throughout the five boroughs in extending a warm welcome to all of the students and families as we embark on the new school year.
As parents, we send our children to school on the first day expecting great things. We want them to learn and to grow, to be safe and to make friends, to do well in school, and, eventually, to graduate and go on to a bright future. I want this success for all of New York City’s children, and our incredible students make me tremendously hopeful for the future of our great city.
With the investments we are making as part of our Equity and Excellence agenda, we are shaking the foundation of our education system. A generation of students is moving through our schools with the advantages of Pre-K, test scores are up, graduation rates are up, and we are making sure all kids are getting a fair opportunity for a great education. To learn more about our vision for achieving Equity and Excellence FOR ALL in every one of our schools, please visit schools.nyc.gov/EEforAll.
Our education system is moving rapidly in the right direction and our city’s smart, hardworking, dedicated, and determined children, parents, and educators are lifting up communities and making their mark on the city, the country, and the world. They have made their Mayor very proud, and I look forward to all they will accomplish this year!
Sincerely,
Bill de Blasio
Mayor