Enrolling Your Child in School

Step 1: Find your school. Use our Find a School page or the NYC Public Schools School Finder to look up your zoned school and explore District 16 options.

Step 2: Gather your documents. Bring two proofs of address (such as a recent utility bill, lease, or rent receipt), proof of your child's age (birth certificate or passport), immunization records, and, if available, your child's latest report card and IEP or 504 plan.

Step 3: Apply or register. For 3-K, Pre-K, Kindergarten, middle school, and high school admissions, apply on MySchools during the application period. New to NYC public schools, or enrolling mid-year? Register at your zoned school or visit a Family Welcome Center. A parent or guardian and the student should attend registration together.

Step 4: Get your offer and pre-register. Once you receive a school offer, contact the school to complete pre-registration before the deadline.

Creating Your NYC Schools Account (NYCSA)

Your NYC Schools Account lets you see your child's grades, attendance, schedule, and contact information on file, all in one place and in multiple languages.

Step 1: Get your Account Creation Code from your child's school (ask the parent coordinator), or call 718-935-2200.

Step 2: Have your child's 9-digit student ID ready. You can find it on report cards or ask the school.

Step 3: Go to mystudent.nyc, select Create Account, and follow the prompts using your email address, the creation code, and the student ID.

Prefer to sign up in person? Schedule an appointment at your child's school and bring a photo ID (such as a passport, driver's license, or IDNYC), your email address, and your child's student ID.

NYC Kids RISE: Free College Savings Account

Through the NYC Kids RISE Save for College Program, students in participating NYC public schools automatically receive a free college scholarship account, starting in kindergarten, with a $100 deposit once the account is activated. No sign-up or Social Security number is needed for the scholarship account.

Step 1: Look for the NYC Kids RISE information your child's school sends home.

Step 2: Visit nyckidsrise.org to learn how to view your child's scholarship account.

Step 3 (optional): Open and connect a family savings account to earn extra rewards, such as $25 for connecting an account and $25 for your first deposit. Family and friends can also contribute.

Families who do not wish to participate can opt out within 30 days of enrollment through their NYC Schools Account or by returning the signed opt-out notice.