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Committee on Education

Thursday, June 12, 2025 · 1:00 PM AM · 250 Broadway - Committee Room, 16th Floor

TL;DR

The Education Committee held a hearing focused on improving student equity and access in NYC schools, covering diversity initiatives, internet/device access, afterschool programs, health resources, and student safety protections. The committee reviewed several proposed laws and resolutions aimed at addressing digital divides, supporting student wellness, and protecting students from arrest during school activities.

Key Decisions

  • Student Internet and Device Access Reporting Introduced for consideration
  • Afterschool Programs Expansion Introduced for consideration
  • Airway Clearance Devices in Schools Introduced for consideration
  • Oral Health Education for Elementary Students Resolution proposed to state education officials
  • Protect Our Schools Act Support Resolution proposed to state legislature and governor
Agenda PDF

Agenda

  1. T2025-3502 Oversight - Advancing Diversity and Equity in NYC Public Schools.
    Oversight
  2. Int 0142-2024 A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring the department of education to report on student access to home internet and electronic devices
    Introduction
  3. Int 0955-2024 A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to afterschool programs
    Introduction
  4. Int 1002-2024 A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to requiring all schools to stock airway clearance devices, and to repeal section two of such local law upon the expiration thereof
    Introduction
  5. Res 0718-2025 Resolution calling on the New York State Education Department to adopt oral health education for all elementary school students.
    Resolution
  6. Res 0929-2025 Resolution calling on the New York State Legislature to pass, and the Governor to sign, A.5373A/S.4735B, known as the Protect Our Schools Act, in relation to protecting students, faculty and staff from civil arrest while attending or participating in school activities
    Resolution
  7. Jointly with the Committee on Civil and Human Rights