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Religious and Independent School Support

The Office of Religious and Independent School Support (ORISS) is the 91ÉçÇø office that has the primary responsibility of assisting New York State’s religious and independent schools to support their students. ORISS provides technical assistance in the areas of school start-up, operations, high school registration, professional development, substantial equivalency, and funding opportunities. It also provides guidance to families who voluntarily choose to homeschool.

Recent News

August 6, 2024
Art & Music Teacher Salary (AMTS) Reimbursement Grant deadline extended to September 30, 2024
School Count
ORISS Supports 1,821 Religious & Independent Schools and Counting