Mission:

Creating a Foundation for Success: 

Innovation. Inspiration. Excellence for All.

The Yonkers Public School district is committed to preparing all learners for the opportunities of today and tomorrow in a culture of inquiry. All are encouraged to take initiative for their own development, think critically, actively listen, participate fully and acquire decision making and leadership skills.

Core Values:

Everyone in Yonkers Public Schools will:

Treat all with dignity and respect

Make every decision guided by student achievement

Develop the 'whole child'

Support every educator in the pursuit of learning for professional growth

Connect the school, home, and community in all activities

Involve all in student success

About Us:

Since its inception in 1881, Yonkers Public Schools has changed in many ways, but remains steadfastly committed to challenging the city’s youth to aspire to their highest potential, and to inspire a life-long love of learning.

Yonkers Public Schools is the fourth largest school district in New York State, located in the lower Hudson Valley, immediately north of New York City.

Today a vibrant learning community of 27,000 students from 100 cultures, backgrounds and nationalities in grades prekindergarten through 12 is challenged by a rigorous core curriculum and innovative programs in 39 schools throughout the City of Yonkers. Students participate in learning opportunities in the classroom, on the stage, on the playing field and with colleges and universities, museums and cultural institutions, major corporations and local businesses, as well as non-profit and community groups, and government agencies.

As the 2nd largest employer in Westchester County, Yonkers Public Schools’ diverse workforce of 3,300 educators and support staff enthusiastically shares the District’s mission to empower all students to take their place in the world as knowledgeable, competent, responsible citizens.

Yonkers Public Schools has centralized school registration for all students. The District is committed to a School Choice Process that is open and equitable to everyone. The District offers families more educational opportunities than any other school district in Westchester County.