Update Emergency Contacts
Give your child’s school the names and phone numbers of trusted adults who can pick up your child if you are unavailable. Update contacts for 3-K, pre-K, child care, and afterschool programs too.
P643X • Family Resources
Protect Your Family
Know your rights. Prepare for the future. Find trusted support for your family.
Every family deserves information and support.
NYC Public Schools and the NYC Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs provide resources to help caregivers prepare for emergencies, understand their rights, and access assistance.
NYC Public Schools and the NYC Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs provide resources to help caregivers prepare for emergencies, understand their rights, and access assistance.
Steps You Can Take
Plan for Your Child’s Care
Learn about designating a person in parental relationship (form OCFS-4940) or pursuing standby guardianship. Explore family separation planning.
Know Your Rights
NYCPS does not ask about or track the immigration status of students or their families. Learn about confidentiality and school safety protections in the official flyer.
Get Language Support
NYC public schools provide free translation and interpretation for families who prefer a language other than English. Learn about language access.
Download the Official Family Guide
The two-page flyer includes Protect Your Family and Know Your Rights. Choose your preferred language:
Official flyers last updated August 26, 2026.
Confidentiality & Safe Schools
NYCPS does not ask for or track students’ or family members’ immigration status. Non-local law enforcement, including ICE, may enter NYCPS schools only in circumstances required by law and following consultation with NYCPS lawyers, as described in the official guidance.
Read more from NYC Public Schools.
Where to Find Help
NYC Immigration Legal Support Hotline800-354-0365 • Interpretation available
NYC 311Call 311 • Available 24 hours a day; ask for “immigration”
Family Legal Care212-343-1122 • Interpretation available
Know Your RightsNYC Know Your Rights resources
Family Justice CentersSupport for survivors of domestic and gender-based violence
Please note: This page summarizes the attached NYCPS/Mayor’s Office flyers for general information only. It is not legal advice. For legal advice, consult an attorney. Check the official resources for the latest guidance and hotline hours.
