David Banks

David Banks is the Chancellor of the NYC Department of Education. David is also a book author, writing about their experiences with the Eagle Academy and its students. Prior to their current position, they served as the President & CEO of The Eagle Academy Foundation, Inc. from 2009 to 2021. David was also the Founding Principal of The Eagle Academy for Young Men from 2004 to 2008.

David Banks received their Juris Doctorate from St. John's University School of Law and also attended Rutgers University.

David Banks reports to Eric L. Adams, Mayor. They are on a team with James Hendon - Commissioner, Department of Veterans' Services (DVS), Vito Fossella - Borough President, Staten Island, and Sheena Wright - Deputy Mayor for Strategic Initiatives. Some direct reports include LaShawn Robinson - Deputy Chancellor, School Climate and Wellness, Donald Conyers - First Deputy Chancellor, and Josh Wallack - Deputy Chancellor, Early Education and Student Enrollment.