About Us

CEC 15 believes that every child is entitled to a high quality education, a safe and healthy school environment, and equal educational opportunities.  The mission of CEC15 is to promote and support the educational needs of District 15 public elementary and middle school students.

CEC15 is dedicated to a meaningful, innovative and inclusive way of educating children that allows students to thrive in every aspect of their enriched academic, social and emotional growth. Our collaborative, successful and high achieving schools embrace diversity in every form and encourage each of our students to explore their interests in finding and nurturing their many hidden talents. In partnership with families, our school leaders and educators help our children and young adults find their voice, build self-confidence and develop their ability to become independent thinkers and productive, caring people responsible for shaping an equitable society.

We believe that every child has an innate capacity to love learning, is filled with possibility and has the potential for greatness. We are committed to supporting that greatness.

We invite all members of our school communities to partner with us in making this vision a reality.

Community Education Councils, created by the New York State Legislature, are the local bodies responsible for ensuring that public school parents and the public have input in educational decision making at the  school district level.  There are 32 CECs and 4 City-Wide Councils in New York City, one for each school district.  They work with elementary and middle schools in their district. CECs operate independently of the New York City Department of Education, and act as liaisons between the public and DOE. All CEC members are volunteers, they receive no compensation for their work but can receive limited reimbursements for expenses.