In a statement on Friday, Chancellor Banks confirmed he was cooperating with "a federal inquiry." He emphasized that his focus remains on providing a safe and effective school year for the 1.1 million students and staff of New York City Public Schools.
None of the officials have been accused of a crime, according to the New York Times. However, the unexpected federal inquiries overshadowed the typical excitement of the first day of school, leaving many in the education community surprised.
As he departed from a visit to a Queens high school, Chancellor Banks reiterated the priority is on the students, saying, "Today is the first day of school, it is all about the kids. If there's any other comments that are made, it will be happening tomorrow."
The arrival of federal agents at Chancellor Banks' home coincided with the first day of classes, creating a somber atmosphere amidst what was normally a celebratory time for nearly 900,000 students.
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