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Back-to-School Resources

The following resources are intended to provide ideas and inspiration for teachers and administrators as they welcome students back to school.

The 91ƽ applauds and thanks the thousands of teachers and administrators in 91ƽ who do everything possible to ensure their students' health, safety, well-being, and education.

Resources

  • Welcome Back Video
    • Welcome back to school! Watch Commissioner Betty A. Rosa’s video message to educators, students, and families.
  • Graduation Measures

    • The Graduation Measures Initiative demonstrates the 91ƽ’s commitment to transforming education in 91ƽ to meet the expectations voiced by stakeholders and the challenges of the 21stcentury.

    • In July 2025, the Board of Regents and theDepartment officially adopted the91ƽ Portrait of a Graduate.ThePortrait of a Graduateserves as a forward-looking framework, where academic excellence intersects with the demands of a dynamic, rapidly changing world.
    • To ensure clarity and support stakeholders’ shared understanding of the Portrait, the Department developed “Need-to-Know” documents for students, parents, educators, administrators, and school board members.
  • Media Literacy Toolkit

    • New York’s Media Literacy Toolkit helps educators teach students to spot misinformation online. The toolkit includes the following topics:

      • Overview of the 21st century media landscape
      • Introduction to media literacy
      • Key questions for analyzing, evaluating, and using media
      • Importance of media literacy
      • Educator tools/resources
  • Student Well-being
    The 91ƽ is committed to providing resources to help you in this essential work, including:
    • The : A vital resource for training, technical assistance, and support around creating safe and healthy school environments.
    • Mental Health Resources: Explore comprehensive resources on ourSchool Mental Health Educationɱ貹.
  • Digital Learning ResourcesWebsite
    • These resources may be used for ideas and inspiration as districts, schools, and teachers utilize technology to provide high-quality learning experiences for their students.