NYC Schools Chancellor: 'No Parent Should Face The Impossible Choices My Mother Did'

NYC Schools Chancellor: 'No Parent Should Face The Impossible Choices My Mother Did'

NYC Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos, the first in her family to graduate from both high school and college, shares her personal story of how her mother's sacrifices led her to a career in education.

Aviles-Ramos emphasizes the importance of ensuring that all children have access to a safe and nurturing learning environment, and that all parents can confidently enroll their children in public schools, knowing they will receive an excellent education.

Her priorities include:

• Physical Safety and Emotional Wellness: Aviles-Ramos stresses the need for a safe and nurturing environment for all students, and plans to expand upon initiatives like Project Pivot and mental health support programs.
• Teacher Support: Recognizing that teachers can only do their best work if they have the resources and training they need, Aviles-Ramos plans to build upon existing teacher training programs and solicit feedback from teachers.
• Family and Community Partnerships: Aviles-Ramos emphasizes the importance of involving families and communities in the education of their children, and plans to continue initiatives like NYC Reads Literacy Hubs and Family Literacy Ambassadors.

Aviles-Ramos believes that our public schools must be places where every child can reach their full potential.