Some families and educators in New York City are preparing students for what to do if they run into federal immigration agents outside of school.
Observers raised fears that Adams may face additional pressure to crack down on immigrants and reverberate across the nation’s largest school system.
New York City this year launched a network of disability pride clubs. Of the 90 schools that have such clubs, Stuyvesant High School’s is the largest.
Many students are already studying for the fall 2025 SHSAT, but digital practice tests won’t be available on the Education Department’s website until the end of March, officials said.
TDF, the nonprofit that offers steep discounts to live performances, is offering a free membership as a “graduation gift” to all New York City public school seniors.
Another school calendar battle? NYC faces a 1-day week after next year’s winter break.
Some school leaders would like to use their school budgets to give gift cards to families, but find their hands tied by the Education Department’s procurement rules.
The school’s child-centered model is facing some headwinds at a time when New York City is leaning more on curriculum mandates and data-driven assessments.
There’s an “urgent need for improved clarity, better and consistent complaint handling processes, and transparency” for Community Education Council elections, Brad Lander wrote.
Schools are not required to report their recess policies, but many parents want more information on how much outdoor time or play their children get during the school day.