There are just a few more days to participate in the latest ThoughtExchange discussion on graduation measures! What thoughts do you have about the four transformations related to future diploma requirements? The discussion will be open until October 6 here: https://bit.ly/3jkq4sk
About us
The New York State Education Department is part of the University of the State of New York (USNY), one of the most complete, interconnected systems of educational services in the United States. Our mission is to raise the knowledge, skill, and opportunity of all the people in New York. Our vision is to provide leadership for a system that yields the best educated people in the world. To view current job openings at NYSED, visit: http://www.oms.nysed.gov/hr/.
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http://www.nysed.gov/
External link for New York State Education Department
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Albany
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1904
- Specialties
- P-12 Education, Government, Professional Licensing, Cultural Education, Higher Education, and Adult Education
Locations
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Primary
89 Washington Ave.
Albany, 12234, US
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Employees at New York State Education Department
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Rocky Bucano - CEO, The Hip Hop Museum
The world's official record of Hip Hop ▶ Opening 2025 in its iconic birthplace of the Bronx
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Dr. Shibu Joseph
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Betty Rosa
Commissioner of Education and President of the University of the State of New York at New York State Education Department
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William E. "Wil" Harris, Esq.
Updates
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NYSED’s Dyslexia and Dysgraphia Task Force held its final public hearing in New York City yesterday to hear from stakeholders about their experiences. If you missed the public hearings, there is still time to submit written testimony online by completing this form by October 15: https://bit.ly/47OVko2
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Commissioner Betty A. Rosa announced today that the State Education Department has awarded $34 million to 207 public libraries and library systems across the state to support construction and renovation projects. https://bit.ly/4eKdCcC These funds assist libraries in constructing new buildings, creating additions, updating electrical wiring and computer technology, improving broadband infrastructure, meeting energy efficiency standards, renovating facilities to provide greater accessibility, and providing meeting spaces to accommodate community needs. A complete list of funded projects is available on the State Library’s website: https://bit.ly/4eKU2Nd
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It’s #NationalPrincipalsMonth! Thank you to New York State’s incredible principals who lead with dedication and inspire our students every day. #ThankAPrincipal National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP) National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) American Federation of School Administrators
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The New York State Archives, in partnership with the City of Kingston and SUNY New Paltz, today announces the opening of “Sojourner Truth: First Step to Freedom,” at City Hall in Kingston, New York. The exhibit will run from September 28 to August 2025 and debut with the unveiling of the bronze statue of Sojourner Truth, created by renowned sculptor Trina Greene. The opening reception will showcase the original New York State Supreme Court documents from 1828, loaned by the New York State Archives, which recount Sojourner Truth’s historic legal victory, successfully suing a white man for her son, Peter, to secure his freedom after he was illegally sold into slavery. The opening reception for the Sojourner Truth: First Step to Freedom exhibit will take place from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 28, on the first floor of Kingston City Hall. It will include a public unveiling of the sculpture and will be the only opportunity to view the original historical court documents from the New York State Archives that outline the story of Sojourner Truth. Learn more: https://bit.ly/47IaueS
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Do you have a library card? September is #LibraryCardSignupMonth, so stop by your local library and get one this weekend! Find your library: https://bit.ly/2FY0tBp American Library Association
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What thoughts do you have about the four transformations related to future diploma requirements (adopt the portrait of a graduate, redefine credits, sunset diploma assessment requirements, move to one diploma)? Join the latest ThoughtExchange discussion on New York State Graduation Measures here: https://bit.ly/3jkq4sk
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New York State public school teachers! Did you know NYSED established the Albert Shanker grant to defray the costs of National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) certification? Check out our fact sheet to learn more: https://bit.ly/3N0w8Sg
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The New York State Archives, Archives Partnership Trust, and the New York State Museum, in collaboration with the nonprofit organization Revolutionary Westchester 250, today announced the opening of the "Treason of the Blackest Dye: The True Story of Arnold, André, and the Three Honest Militiamen" exhibition at The Coach Barn at Pocantico, in Tarrytown, New York. Rockefeller Brothers Fund This extraordinary exhibition, open from September 25 until December 11, 2024, tells the story of Benedict Arnold’s betrayal and the remarkable capture of British Army Major John André. It features a few of the most significant Revolutionary War artifacts, including the rarely seen original “André Papers,” which are part of the papers of George Clinton, the first governor of the State of New York (1777-1795, 1801-1804), and the only remaining “Fidelity Medallion” in existence. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3XYSR7a