New York State Office Of Child & Family Services News

New York State Office Of Child & Family Services News


Dec 5, 2025

$100 Million Statewide Child Care Access Program Announced

Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a major new investment aimed at expanding child care access across New York State. The $100 million Child Care Capital Construction Funding Program, unveiled this week, is designed to increase the availability of quality child care and create between 6,000 and 10,000 new seats for families.

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Education

Stony Brook students blend fitness and ecology in 3K EcoWalk

Stony Brook University students participated in the "Running Wild 3K EcoWalk," a new Earthstock event conducted on April 21 at the Ashley Schiff Preserve.


Sports

Miller Place Student Athletes Decide on their Next Stop

The Miller Place School District recently held a National Letter of Intent signing ceremony to honor thirteen exceptional student-athletes who will continue their athletic and academic careers at the collegiate level after graduation. This special event celebrated years of dedication, hard work, and commitment both inside and outside the classroom.


Sports

Suffolk Wrestling Producing Stars

Earlier this month, Sports Illustrated released its updated National Pre-Season Rankings for both boys’ and girls’ wrestling, offering an early look at the top high school competitors across the country. Among the nation’s elite were 25 athletes from New York, each earning a place inside the top 30 and highlighting the state’s continued strength in the sport.