When: Sunday October 25 2026, from 11am-3pm
Where: 88th Street between York Ave & 1st Ave

The Fall Festival is the biggest fall event on the YCS calendar: a full street fair that takes over 88th Street and brings the entire neighborhood together. Bounce houses, face painting, crafts, games, food, and community partners all come together for a day that feels like a true celebration of everything that makes YCS special. It’s also one of our most important fundraisers of the year, and it truly takes a village to pull off. Whether you have an hour or a full day to give, there is a spot for you.

Don't miss your chance to join our Volunteer Committee and host an activity of your choice by clicking here! Can't attend? Help us put on this fantastic event from afar by visiting this link for activity underwriting. We look forward to seeing you there.

Early bird ticket sales begin at drop-off on Tuesday, 10/13 and end 10/21.

Now collecting in our lobbies: CANDY, as well as pre-loved books and costumes!

Ways to Volunteer

• Planning Committee (4-6 volunteers needed): In the weeks leading up to the festival, help coordinate vendors, communications, sponsorships, volunteer scheduling, and logistics. This is a significant time commitment but incredibly impactful — the day runs smoothly thanks to the work done beforehand.

• Setup Crew (10-20 volunteers needed): Arrive early on the day of the festival to help close the street, set up tables, hang signage, and get everything in place before the event kicks off.

• Activity Volunteer (20-30 volunteers needed): Run a game, staff a craft table, help with face painting, manage ticket sales, or assist community partners at their activity stations. Shifts are available throughout the day so you can participate in a way that fits your schedule.

• Clean-Up Crew (10-20 volunteers needed): Help break down booths, collect signage, remove equipment, and return the street to its original condition.

If you would like to volunteer, please sign up here.

Got questions? Reach out to VP Major Fundraising Events: Laura D’Amico & Ronya Gordan

Check out this Social Story from Ms. Kat so your kids know what to expect at the event!

In-person meeting, in the YCS cafeteria after drop-off.

Come support YCS at our table on the east side of 88th St & 1st Ave, and cheer on Ms. Amy & Ms. Tamar as they hit the 18th mile mark right by our school! We'll be decorating posters and raising donations for the YCS PTA.

We need volunteers to bake and help sell during the day. And we also need lots of people to treat themselves to something delicious! Baked goods can be dropped off at school on Monday, November 3, during school hours, or you can bring them to us on Election Day. Please wrap items individually, if possible, and clearly label the items if they contain nuts.

Sign up to bake or help out selling baked goods here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4DA8A62BA3FBC16-66335544-ycselection#/

Today all YCS students will have a half day so teachers can meet with parents. Early dismissal will take place at 11:40 AM for all Pre-K students and at 11:45 AM for all students from Kindergarten through Fifth Grade.

You should have received a link to sign up for a slot from your teacher. All conferences are held over Zoom.

No school in observance of Veteran’s Day

We are excited to share that YCS Family Fridays will be starting this month. Family Fridays are an interactive time between students and families, used to share our curriculum and instructional philosophies. Teachers share their daily practice, our curriculum, YCS Core Values, how to develop emotional IQ, and how you can support your children at home. Children get to share the work they are doing, and families get to be a part of the amazing community within the walls of YCS. 

Family Fridays are held from 8:20-9:05 am in your child’s classroom.  

• Two family members MAX per student, no exceptions. 

• All visitors must show a Family Friday Ticket upon entrance to the building.

• Adults may not use student bathrooms. 

• Please exit through the MAIN Lobby, stairwells A and B.

Wear green or your favorite YCS swag.

In-person meeting, in the YCS cafeteria after drop-off.

We are excited to share that YCS Family Fridays will be starting this month. Family Fridays are an interactive time between students and families, used to share our curriculum and instructional philosophies. Teachers share their daily practice, our curriculum, YCS Core Values, how to develop emotional IQ, and how you can support your children at home. Children get to share the work they are doing, and families get to be a part of the amazing community within the walls of YCS. 

Family Fridays are held from 8:20-9:05 am in your child’s classroom.  

• Two family members MAX per student, no exceptions. 

• All visitors must show a Family Friday Ticket upon entrance to the building.

• Adults may not use student bathrooms. 

• Please exit through the MAIN Lobby, stairwells A and B.

Wear green or your favorite YCS swag.

In-person meeting, in the YCS cafeteria after drop-off.

Snack Friday is a simple, joyful end-of-week event that YCS students love! Tables are set up outside each school entrance, stocked with homemade treats and store-bought snacks, and in the warmer months, popsicles too. Everything is just $1, and we offer both cash and cashless payment options.

Ways to Volunteer

• Bake or Buy (4-6 volunteers needed): Contribute homemade baked goods or store-bought snacks to keep the tables stocked. Drop-off before 1:30pm on the day of the event.

• Snack Table Volunteer (6 volunteers needed): Arrive by 2:00pm to help set up tables and lay out snacks before the doors open and the kids rush out. Sell snacks, make change, and handle cashless payments until around 2:50pm, then help break down and return tables inside. We need approximately 3 volunteers per table — it's a short but lively commitment.

If you would like to volunteer for this event, please sign up here.

Got questions? Reach out to VP Minor Events: Christine Mendez & Heather Walker

We are excited to share that YCS Family Fridays will be starting this month. Family Fridays are an interactive time between students and families, used to share our curriculum and instructional philosophies. Teachers share their daily practice, our curriculum, YCS Core Values, how to develop emotional IQ, and how you can support your children at home. Children get to share the work they are doing, and families get to be a part of the amazing community within the walls of YCS. 

Family Fridays are held from 8:20-9:05 am in your child’s classroom.  

• Two family members MAX per student, no exceptions. 

• All visitors must show a Family Friday Ticket upon entrance to the building.

• Adults may not use student bathrooms. 

• Please exit through the MAIN Lobby, stairwells A and B.

In-person meeting, in the YCS cafeteria after drop-off.

We are excited to share that YCS Family Fridays will be starting this month. Family Fridays are an interactive time between students and families, used to share our curriculum and instructional philosophies. Teachers share their daily practice, our curriculum, YCS Core Values, how to develop emotional IQ, and how you can support your children at home. Children get to share the work they are doing, and families get to be a part of the amazing community within the walls of YCS. 

Family Fridays are held from 8:20-9:05 am in your child’s classroom.  

• Two family members MAX per student, no exceptions. 

• All visitors must show a Family Friday Ticket upon entrance to the building.

• Adults may not use student bathrooms. 

• Please exit through the MAIN Lobby, stairwells A and B.

In-person meeting, in the YCS cafeteria after drop-off.

We are excited to share that YCS Family Fridays will be starting this month. Family Fridays are an interactive time between students and families, used to share our curriculum and instructional philosophies. Teachers share their daily practice, our curriculum, YCS Core Values, how to develop emotional IQ, and how you can support your children at home. Children get to share the work they are doing, and families get to be a part of the amazing community within the walls of YCS. 

Family Fridays are held from 8:20-9:05 am in your child’s classroom.  

• Two family members MAX per student, no exceptions. 

• All visitors must show a Family Friday Ticket upon entrance to the building.

• Adults may not use student bathrooms. 

• Please exit through the MAIN Lobby, stairwells A and B.

In-person meeting, in the YCS cafeteria after drop-off.

In-person meeting, in the YCS cafeteria after drop-off.

In-person meeting, in the YCS cafeteria after drop-off.

We are excited to share that YCS Family Fridays will be starting this month. Family Fridays are an interactive time between students and families, used to share our curriculum and instructional philosophies. Teachers share their daily practice, our curriculum, YCS Core Values, how to develop emotional IQ, and how you can support your children at home. Children get to share the work they are doing, and families get to be a part of the amazing community within the walls of YCS. 

Family Fridays are held from 8:20-9:05 am in your child’s classroom.  

• Two family members MAX per student, no exceptions. 

• All visitors must show a Family Friday Ticket upon entrance to the building.

• Adults may not use student bathrooms. 

• Please exit through the MAIN Lobby, stairwells A and B.

In-person meeting, in the YCS cafeteria after drop-off.