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1 week ago

NYC mayoral candidates sound off on selective high school admissions and the SHSAT

The SHSAT is a contentious issue in NYC's education system, highlighting the disparities in admissions to specialized high schools.

3 weeks ago

NYC attendance crisis proves the DOE and UFT don't care if kids learn

New York City's public school system struggles with chronic absenteeism, with systemic policies undermining student accountability and education.

2 months ago

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NYC public schools widely slammed for sending 'Stop Gaza Genocide Toolkit' in newsletter: 'Abhorrent and shameful'

NYC parents

NYC public schools newsletter accusing Israel of 'genocide in Gaza' prompts new crackdown

NYC parents

LISTEN: Why do teachers leave? We investigate

fromBrooklyn Eagle

2 days ago

NYC parents

Foundation surprises Sunset Park teacher with $25K check for excellence award

1 week ago

NYC mayoral candidates sound off on selective high school admissions and the SHSAT

The SHSAT is a contentious issue in NYC's education system, highlighting the disparities in admissions to specialized high schools.

3 weeks ago

NYC attendance crisis proves the DOE and UFT don't care if kids learn

New York City's public school system struggles with chronic absenteeism, with systemic policies undermining student accountability and education.

2 months ago

NYC public schools widely slammed for sending 'Stop Gaza Genocide Toolkit' in newsletter: 'Abhorrent and shameful'

NYC schools faced backlash for promoting a controversial toolkit linked to antisemitic messaging.

NYC public schools newsletter accusing Israel of 'genocide in Gaza' prompts new crackdown

NYC Schools Chancellor requires approval for mass communications after a controversial newsletter about Israel's actions in Gaza.

LISTEN: Why do teachers leave? We investigate

P.S. Weekly explores the impact of teacher turnover on student connections and explores educator-administrator relationships in NYC schools.

fromBrooklyn Eagle

2 days ago

Foundation surprises Sunset Park teacher with $25K check for excellence award

Emily Chandler, a special education teacher, was awarded the FLAG Award for Teaching Excellence, recognizing her exceptional impact on students.

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fromTime Out New York

2 weeks ago

NYC schools are banning smartphones this fall

The 'bell-to-bell' rule bans smartphone use in NYC public schools to address mental health and distraction issues.

3 days ago

Staffing shortages and the future of school safety: Mayoral candidates weigh in

The decline of NYPD school safety agents highlights a significant shift in NYC's approach to school safety amid evolving educational and political dynamics.

Eric Adams expands reading and math curriculum mandates to all NYC middle schools

NYC middle schools must adopt city-approved reading and math curriculums by fall 2027.

fromTime Out New York

2 weeks ago

NYC schools are banning smartphones this fall

The 'bell-to-bell' rule bans smartphone use in NYC public schools to address mental health and distraction issues.

3 days ago

Staffing shortages and the future of school safety: Mayoral candidates weigh in

The decline of NYPD school safety agents highlights a significant shift in NYC's approach to school safety amid evolving educational and political dynamics.

Eric Adams expands reading and math curriculum mandates to all NYC middle schools

NYC middle schools must adopt city-approved reading and math curriculums by fall 2027.

more#education-policy

fromBrooklyn Eagle

4 days ago

NYC school system extends winter break by one day to fix awkward return date

NYC public schools are adding an extra day off after winter recess to enhance the holiday experience and avoid awkward returns.

fromNew York Family

4 days ago

NYC Public Schools Extend Winter Break: No School Jan. 2 - New York Family

The New York City Department of Education announced that January 2, 2026, is now a school holiday, effectively extending winter break for public school students.

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