Dear Families and Colleagues,
Every two years, our school system holds elections to fill hundreds of critical roles on our Citywide and Community Education Councils. The parents and family members who serve on these councils (known as CECs) shape our school communities in countless ways—relaying parents’ feedback to our Family and Community Empowerment (FACE) team, participating in the hiring of superintendents and parent coordinators, approving school zoning lines, and so much more.
Visit schools.nyc.gov/Elections2025 to learn about CECs—both how to run and how to get involved this election season. Candidates will campaign from late February through April, and voting will take place from late April through mid-May.
Teachers: Please share this information with your students’ families.
Parents: I hope to see your names on the ballot. Your voice matters!
In partnership,
Melissa Aviles-Ramos
Chancellor
The Chancellor’s Spotlight:
Tesa Wilson, who now works on our FACE team, served on her CEC for 15 years, including five years as president. During her tenure, Wilson collaborated with U.S. Representative Nydia Velázquez to secure a multimillion-dollar grant to fund arts and technology programs in District 14. To Wilson, seeing the impact of her efforts was immensely rewarding—many of the programs supported by this grant continue today. “Representing the families in my school community and advocating on their behalf was truly an honor,” she said.
Nominate a person or program for The Chancellor’s Spotlight here.
Our Highlight Video:
For translations, please visit our YouTube page.
NYCPS News and Resources:
- To vote in our CEC elections this spring, parents and guardians will need a NYC Schools Account (NYCSA). Learn more about NYCSA here.
- 3-K and Pre-K applications are open! If your child is turning three or four in 2025, check out these next steps.
- Stay healthy this winter! Review our tips for avoiding sickness this season.
- For more news and resources, check out The Morning Bell or follow NYCPS online at Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube.
- Here’s the weekly video from Mayor Eric Adams. If you’re interested in receiving updates directly from the Mayor’s Office, please click here.