Mission of the New York City Board of Education
Emerald Society
*To preserve Irish Culture and Promote Contributions by Irish people to the United States of America and World Wide.
* Recognize the accomplishments of Irish Americans in Education including those who promote the history and understanding of Irish contributions and Irish diaspora worldwide.
* Encourage the teaching of the NYS Education Department Curriculum on the Great Irish Famine in all NYC Schools
* Celebrate Irish Diaspora
* Connect our membership with one another and with those of Irish descent or those who have a tangible connection or interest in Ireland and wish to establish a connection
* Provide an effective voice for our membership to their elected officials
* Facilitate a network for our members
* Celebrate our accomplishments