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Dear Families and Colleagues,

Over the course of my career, I’ve learned that the best way for our teachers and school leaders to understand what’s working in their schools is to hear directly from the families and students they serve. Are students receiving the support they need to thrive in school and beyond? Do teachers have sufficient guidance and resources? Are we responding to our families’ needs? And do students feel safe and supported throughout the school day?

The answers to these questions, and others like them, help us make our classrooms and school communities more engaging and responsive to students and families alike. In this spirit, I am excited to announce the launch of the 2026 NYC School Survey.

From February 9 through April 1, 2026, we’re asking New York City Public Schools families, teachers, and staff members, as well as students in grades 6–12, to take the 2026 survey and let us know about your experiences in our schools. Your answers on the survey will provide our school leaders with vital information as they plan for next year and beyond.

I encourage you to share your feedback and let us know what you think about your schools—we won’t see your individual responses, so please feel free to be open and honest about your experiences this year. Visit NYCSchoolSurvey.org today to learn more about this year’s survey, and make your voice heard!

In partnership, 

Kamar H. Samuels
Chancellor