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Episode 01 — What Happens When the School Bus Doesn’t Show Up?
  • Podcast
    • Episode 01 — What Happens When the School Bus Doesn’t Show Up?

    Every year, AFC hears from families whose children were never assigned a bus route, the bus doesn’t show up on time, or whose commute is hours longer than it should be. So, for our first podcast episode, we asked AFC advocates: what should families know when school transportation isn’t working, and what can we do to fix NYC’s broken busing system?

    Published: Sep 16, 2026

    Applying to 2-K
  • Tip sheet
    • Applying to 2-K

    Starting in September 2026, New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) will offer a free early childhood care and education program for two-year-old children. 2-K will offer care for up to 10 hours a day for the full year. Enrollment will not depend on income, housing status, immigration status, disability, or other factors.

    If your child was born in 2024, they are eligible for this new early care and education program.

    Last Updated: May 28, 2026

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    A new school year has started!

    Our Back to School resource hub has deadlines, helpful links, and more need-to-know information for students, families, and professionals as the school year gets started.

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