NYC Public Schools Start September 10

New York City Public Schools will begin the 2026-27 school year on Thursday, September 10. The date applies to public school students in Oakland Gardens, including families preparing for local elementary, middle, and high school schedules. Families should confirm their individual school's arrival, dismissal, transportation, meal, and supply information before the first day, since those details are set by each school. The official NYCPS back-to-school checklist also directs families to update contact information in their NYC Schools Account and review school-specific instructions.