First Day of School is September 4, 2025
At PS 18 in the Bronx, students aren’t just learning—they’re leading. From pre-K to 5th grade, kids build confidence, explore their passions, and take ownership of their education. With T-Bucks, a student-run store, Bike Fest, Disney partnerships, and even Soapbox Derby racing, PS 18 shows that school can be both rigorous and joyful.
News & Announcements
Back to School Year 2025–26
On Thursday, September 4, 2025, we will welcome students back to New York City public schools for the first day of the 2025–26 school year. Over the next year, our City’s children will learn and grow together, academically and socially. This is an important journey, and we want to make sure students and families have the tools they’ll need for a strong start and continued success this school year.
On this page, you will find important information and updates about our academic policies, health and safety protocols, support services for students and families, and more.
Check out our Back to School Checklist for helpful tips on preparing your child for a great start to the new year!
And remember to bookmark our website, including The Morning Bell blog and our NYCPS + You newsletter—and follow @nycschools on X/Twitter(Open external link), Instagram(Open external link), and Facebook(Open external link)—to stay up to date on the latest news and exciting things happening in our schools.
Get Ready This Summer
Contact
- Log in to your New York City Schools Account (NYCSA)(Open external link) to make sure your contact information is up to date, record your language preferences, and fill out important forms online! Don’t have an account? Learn more about NYCSA, including how to create an account following the steps in the NYCSA Set Up Guide.
- Find contact information for your child’s school using Find a School.
Health
- Fill out important health forms. Does your child need medication or treatments provided during the school day? Learn more about health services in schools.
- Make sure your child is up to date on required immunizations.
- Follow tips for staying healthy during the school year.
Calendar
- Download a printable copy of the 2025–26 school year calendar, available in multiple languages.
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