Public comments on the proposed Civic Readiness Pathway regulatory amendments will be accepted until July 26, 2021 by email at REGCOMMENTS@nysed.gov.
About 500 individuals participated in the stakeholder meetings, representing approximately 230 religious and independent schools, 65 public schools/districts, and 18 BOCES, as well as state-level organizations of public and nonpublic education leaders, advocacy organizations and community-based organizations.
Students are entitled to an education that enables them to fulfill their potential, be contributing members of society and participate in civic life. Proposed regulations must both respect the diversity of schools in New York State and ensure that all students have substantially equivalent instruction so they have opportunities to succeed.
Last month, NYSED named the fourth class of New York State My Brother's Keeper (MBK) Fellows who have been identified as leaders in their MBK Communities and who will be provided with mentor relationship opportunities in government, education and business. The 73 Fellows, all high school juniors, represent 25 New York State school districts. The MBK initiative helps boys and young men of color—and all students—realize their full potential. The new class of Fellows was inducted via a virtual ceremony during the 2021 New York State MBK Symposium, which was attended by hundreds of students, parents, educational leaders and advocates from across the state and country.
Finally, I am pleased to share the good news that NYSED's Cultural Education Center will re-open to the public on Monday, May 17, 2021 with new COVID-19 protocols in place. The Cultural Education Center (CEC) in Albany is home to the State Museum, State Library and State Archives. The new, temporary hours for the CEC will be Monday through Friday, 10 am – 4 pm. The CEC will be closed on Saturdays and Sundays until further notice and on all state-observed holidays. As always, admission to the Museum, Library and Archives is free.
We are excited to welcome the public back to our wonderful exhibits and resources at the CEC. While we’ve remained connected by offering virtual events and resources online, we are delighted to once again provide an enjoyable experience for in-person visitors with the necessary COVID-19 precautions in place.
Per COVID-19 restrictions, visitors to the Museum and Library should make reservations online or by phone to schedule admission. Walk-in admission will be available only as space allows.
As always, thank you for your continued interest in the work of the New York State Education Department.
Sincerely,
Betty A. Rosa
Commissioner
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