Site Highlights
Our students and teachers are making headlines, and we want to share all the great news with you. We will keep this page updated with important announcements, news stories, and shout outs. Please check in often and help us celebrate our many achievements.
September 14, 2026
ReStart Academy celebrated a successful school opening by welcoming students to the 2026–2027 school year at all of our sites serving middle school, high school, and high school equivalency students.
September 8, 2026
Welcome to school year 2026–2027 – proudly our 20th school year!
Science Fair School Year 2025–2026
We are incredibly proud of all of our middle school students who took part in this year’s science fair.
ReStart Academy Students Shine at Spring Concert
On June 3, students from ReStart Academy at August Martin proudly showcased their talents during the school’s spring concert under the leadership of music teacher Mr. Jonathan Ross.
June 8, 2026
Congratulations to all of the ReStart students and staff who were honored at the annual District 79 Superintendent’s Recognition Awards ceremony!
June 1, 2026
Ms. Ramirez’s science class headed outdoors on a trip to Central Park.
May 26, 2026
ReStart students from Promesa visited the American Museum of Natural History, where they explored world cultures from Asia, Africa, and South America through immersive exhibits.
May 18, 2026
Several students at Lower East Side Prep recently completed their internship hours for the training opportunities program (TOP) administered by the Manhattan Transition & College Access Center.
May 11, 2026
Students from George Washington recently visited the Inwood branch of the New York Public Library (NYPL).
May 4, 2026
ReStart students took a step toward their future with a visit to Nassau Community College, where they explored campus life, connected with staff, and learned about academic pathways.
