The Office of the New York State Attorney General, the Office of New York Governor Kathy Hochul, and NYSED share a longstanding commitment to safeguarding the rights of all students, including all noncitizen students. The New York State Guidance on Safeguarding the Rights of Immigrant Students highlights and clarifies relevant resources for school districts regarding their obligations under state and federal law.
The New York State Office of the Attorney General and NYSED have received numerous inquiries from school district officials and organizations regarding the application of Executive Order (EO) 14190 of January 29, 2025, and an EO of February 5, 2025, purporting to restrict K-12 schools from supporting transgender students’ social transition and their access to athletics. These EOs do not affect the rights of transgender students and individuals in New York’s public schools. Read the full statement regarding transgender students’ rights.
Applications are open for the 2025 Empire State Arts Scholarship Program, providing need-based financial assistance for middle and high school students across New York State to participate in after-school and summer arts programs. Scholarships will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis until funding is fully allocated.
In a significant expansion, the 2025 program will shift from a summer-only scholarship to a year-round model, offering consistent funding opportunities throughout both the academic year and summer months. For more information on the Empire State Arts Scholarship Program, including detailed application instructions and Frequently Asked Questions, please visit the Empire State Arts Scholarship Program website.
