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NYISE FULLY REMOTE ON TUESDAY 2/24/2026

❄️ Remote Learning Tuesday, 2/24/2026 ❄️

Due to weather conditions, NYISE will be operating remotely tomorrow, Tuesday, February 24, 2026. All classes and instruction will take place online as scheduled.

Please stay safe, stay warm, and take care of yourselves. We look forward to seeing everyone virtually! 💻🧣

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Passing of Phillip G. Foote

Long-time NYISE Board of Trustee Phillip G. Foote has passed away

IN-PERSON CLASSES WILL RESUME ON TUESDAY 1/27/2026

NYISE campus will be OPEN for in-person classes on Tuesday, 1/27/2026.

Thank you!

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Blind Baseball Clinic - CBS News Coverage

CBS News visited NYISE during our Blind Baseball Clinic with the US Blind Baseball Association

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Alumni Spotlight: Crystal Lazarus

Crystal Lazarus, who is a freshman majoring in psychology from Queens and NYISE Alumni, is the founder of goalball at Le Moyne!

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Author Gabriella Gizzo comes to NYISE

Gabriella Gizzo came to NYISE to do crafts, spend time with the students and read from her book "Sophie's Special Story"

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4021 Advocacy Day in Albany, NY

Dr. Bernadette Kappen, staff, and students visit Albany for Advocacy Day! Meeting with legislators about funding for the 4201 Schools!

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Harlem Chamber Players Perform at NYISE

The Harlem Chamber Players visit NYISE and perform a wonderful setlist of songs!

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NYISE Collaborates with The Globe Program!

NYISE is proud to collaborate with GLOBE.gov on an incredible internship opportunity focused on accessibility!

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Braille Literacy Month at NYISE!

January was Braille Literacy Month and our students celebrated with a Braille Literacy event!

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