Classes begin in New York schools: everything you need to know about secondary education

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September 8 has started a new school year in New York schools.

We have collected for you the information you need to know about the secondary education in the city.

The New York City Department of Education (DOE), which brings together 140 thousands of employees and serves more than 1,1 million students in more than 1800 schools, is the largest school system in the United States, reports New York City School Guide.

School calendar 2016-2017 school year

Children have the right to enroll in a preparatory class for an elementary school in a calendar year when they are 5 years old. Applications for the upcoming school year are received in the winter, and seats are guaranteed to all eligible candidates. Parents who intend to place children in 1 – 5 municipal primary schools should first of all determine their zoned school on the DOE website using the “School search».

Current 5 graders in elementary schools with K – 5 grades are required to continue their studies to apply to the 6 middle school class. Additional information about admission to intermediate schools: schools.nyc.gov/ChoicesEnrollment / Middle.

Families who have recently arrived or are living in New York recently and for the first time arranging children for a middle school should contact the Family Centers (FWC). Additional FWC Information: schools.nyc.gov/ChoicesEnrollment/NewStudents/WelcomeCenters.

Gifted and Talented (G&T) programs provide students with exceptional ability in primary schools with accelerated, advanced, and specialized learning. Applications are accepted from children entering grades K-3; all candidates undergo acceptance testing. Additional Information: schools.nyc.gov/choicesenrollment/giftedandtalented.

Parent involvement is key to children's success.

Through their participation in the school’s life, parents let children understand the importance of education, attendance and grades. There are many ways to support a child in school.

Talk to your child

It’s never too early and too late for parents to show interest in learning a child. Every day, talk to him about how the school day went. This is an opportunity to keep abreast of his academic, social and emotional life. Ask specific questions that require a detailed answer.

Communicating with the child, you not only demonstrate your interest and care, but also get an idea of ​​his successes and failures.

Teach your child to read

Reading to your child and discussing books with him at home or at school, you demonstrate to him the importance of literacy. Choose books taking into account the interests of the child, but do not be afraid to acquaint him with new themes and genres. Offer him both short and simple, and more voluminous and complex books.

Lists of books by age

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Keep in touch with teachers

Teachers work with children day after day and know the style of learning and the behaviors of each of them. To meet the academic, social, and emotional needs of children, the combined efforts of family and school are needed.

Do not miss parents meeting with teachers.

Meetings of parents with teachers are held 4 once a year to discuss the child’s studies. The importance of participation in them is difficult to overestimate, especially if you prepare questions in advance.

Additional information about meetings with teachers: schools.nyc.gov/ParentsFamilies/PTC.

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The order of transfer to the next class

Teachers use classroom quizzes, homework, writing assignments, test papers, testing, and projects to control students' knowledge. Over the course of the year, teachers and principals regularly evaluate the work of students in order to identify those who are lagging behind, with an increased risk of failing to meet translation standards - academic requirements - of their academic level. And while the student’s readiness to study in the next class takes into account the state exam results, they are not leading or major factor.

Every year in February, schools formally notify parents of possible non-transfer to the next grade. We encourage parents to meet with teachers, a school counselor, and a school principal to discuss opportunities for additional assistance to the child. The translation standards vary depending on the academic level, the requirements of the individualized study program (IEP) and / or the status of an English-speaking student (ELL).

Additional information about DOE requirements: schools.nyc.gov/choicesenrollment/specialprograms/summerschool.

Attendance

Each school day is the next step in the development of the child, every day the child learns or does something new. Every pass is a lost opportunity.

Attendance information is entered into the student’s school affairs and is taken into account when a child enters other schools or special programs. The school keeps a record of daily attendance and notifies parents about absenteeism. In every school the rules governing omissions, including for good reason. All omissions, including omissions for a good reason, are subject to registration. Check with the school staff for attendance requirements.

Translation of information into Russian

All parents have the right to request translation of documents and interpreting services in order to have a complete understanding of the child’s education. Translation and Interpretation Department NYCDOE works with NYCDOE municipal schools and offices, providing resources to help non-English-speaking families. If you or someone you know needs help, contact the school principal or parent coordinator. In addition, each school has a language support coordinator. Use the school search tool school searchto find the contact information you need.

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