All School Visitors & Volunteers must be Vaccinated starting 9/13/2021

All School Visitors & Volunteers must be Vaccinated starting 9/13/2021

Effective Monday, September 13, all visitors to DOE school buildings are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination (1 dose), in order to enter the building, except in the case of an emergency. This proof may be provided in several ways, please see schools.nyc.gov/2021health for more information.

Pending an Order by the Health Commissioner​

On the first day of school, 3K/Pre-K parents, in small groups, are able to walk their children into the classroom and stay with them briefly on the first day of school without showing proof of vaccination. All other requirements apply. ​

In order to enter the building, a visitor must:​

  • show identification,​
  • have proof of vaccination, ​
  • complete the daily health screening form, and​
  • wear a face covering. ​

Staff, contractors, and volunteers remain required to provide proof of vaccination (1 dose) by September 27, 2021.  Staff must upload proof to the DOE Vaccination Portal.