NYC Public Schools Chancellor David Banks stepping down two months earlier than planned
Chancellor Banks will resign early, allowing continuity in school leadership by bringing in new Chancellor Aviles-Ramos sooner.
NYC schools chief backs off phone ban in surprise reversal after parents fumed during lockdown: 'Now is not the time'
Chancellor Banks pauses phone ban in NYC schools due to communication failures during emergencies, highlighting parents' need for contact with their children.
NYC Chancellor-in-waiting stays steadfast in her support of Mayor Eric Adams after bombshell indictment
Melissa Aviles-Ramos supports Mayor Adams amid his indictment, emphasizing continuity in leadership for NYC schools.
NYC begins first day of school with eyes on cellphone usage, youth mental health
New York City is exploring cellphone bans in schools, prioritizing responsible implementation and understanding social media's impact on student mental health.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams' bid for continued mayoral control of city schools killed by NY lawmakers
Albany lawmakers are not including Mayor Adams' request for school control extension in the state budget.
A report from the State Education Department on mayoral control effectiveness will influence lawmakers' decisions.
NYC begins first day of school with eyes on cellphone usage, youth mental health
New York City is exploring cellphone bans in schools, prioritizing responsible implementation and understanding social media's impact on student mental health.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams' bid for continued mayoral control of city schools killed by NY lawmakers
Albany lawmakers are not including Mayor Adams' request for school control extension in the state budget.
A report from the State Education Department on mayoral control effectiveness will influence lawmakers' decisions.
NYC is mulling a school cellphone ban. What will happen to students who don't comply?
New York City schools are considering a citywide cellphone ban, raising concerns about enforcement and potential conflicts among students and teachers.
It's time to end Albany's destructive micromanagement of NYC schools
Legislature leaders rejected the renewal of mayoral control in state budget negotiations.
State Education Department undermined mayoral control through a report influenced by teachers unions.
Should the Mayor Run New York City Schools?
New York City's method of running its schools, with the mayor in control, is facing potential changes that could weaken the mayor's power.
The debate over mayoral control of schools in New York City is being fueled by concerns over past school closures, education cuts, and calls for more checks on the mayor.
Eric Adams wants to keep mayoral control over NYC schools. Educators want changes.
Most educators, parents, and community members want to see New York City's mayoral control system revised or overturned.
Defenders of the current system argue that centralizing decision-making allows for a more effective and accountable system than a fractured school board approach.
NYC is mulling a school cellphone ban. What will happen to students who don't comply?
New York City schools are considering a citywide cellphone ban, raising concerns about enforcement and potential conflicts among students and teachers.
It's time to end Albany's destructive micromanagement of NYC schools
Legislature leaders rejected the renewal of mayoral control in state budget negotiations.
State Education Department undermined mayoral control through a report influenced by teachers unions.
Should the Mayor Run New York City Schools?
New York City's method of running its schools, with the mayor in control, is facing potential changes that could weaken the mayor's power.
The debate over mayoral control of schools in New York City is being fueled by concerns over past school closures, education cuts, and calls for more checks on the mayor.
Eric Adams wants to keep mayoral control over NYC schools. Educators want changes.
Most educators, parents, and community members want to see New York City's mayoral control system revised or overturned.
Defenders of the current system argue that centralizing decision-making allows for a more effective and accountable system than a fractured school board approach.
Long-awaited report on future control of NYC schools released - and it just calls for more studying
The long-awaited report on New York City schools did not make official recommendations but suggested the need for a commission to consider changes.
Concerns were raised about the lack of continuity in policies, programs, decision-making, and inclusion in the city school system under mayoral control.
State blows deadline to hand over critical study on mayoral control of NYC public schools
The release of a critical report assessing the effectiveness of mayoral control over NYC schools has been delayed past the deadline.
Lawmakers are considering whether to grant Mayor Eric Adams an extension for oversight of city public schools based on the pending report.
Unions, Parents, and Mayor Adams Are Battling for Control of New York City Schools
If mayoral control is not renewed in June, the city's biggest teachers union will have more power than the mayor over the New York City school system.
The expiration of mayoral control could bring back what critics describe as misgovernance by local community school boards, which have been influenced by the United Federation of Teachers.
Long-awaited report on future control of NYC schools released - and it just calls for more studying
The long-awaited report on New York City schools did not make official recommendations but suggested the need for a commission to consider changes.
Concerns were raised about the lack of continuity in policies, programs, decision-making, and inclusion in the city school system under mayoral control.
State blows deadline to hand over critical study on mayoral control of NYC public schools
The release of a critical report assessing the effectiveness of mayoral control over NYC schools has been delayed past the deadline.
Lawmakers are considering whether to grant Mayor Eric Adams an extension for oversight of city public schools based on the pending report.
Unions, Parents, and Mayor Adams Are Battling for Control of New York City Schools
If mayoral control is not renewed in June, the city's biggest teachers union will have more power than the mayor over the New York City school system.
The expiration of mayoral control could bring back what critics describe as misgovernance by local community school boards, which have been influenced by the United Federation of Teachers.
Graffiti With Swastikas and Racist Rant Rattles a New York High School
Vandalism at an elite high school in Manhattan is being investigated as a hate crime.
Incidents of hate speech and threats in New York City schools have escalated recently.
A remote school outage might give NYC kids their snow day after all
New York City schools shut down due to heavy snowfall but still required remote learning. The remote learning system experienced issues, preventing students from logging in to attend class.
School districts in NYC have replaced snow days with remote learning following the COVID pandemic, much to the discontent of students.
NYC Schools Make Waves with Climate Change Education
New York City schools are integrating climate change into their curriculum, joining other states focusing on environmental education.
States like New Jersey have mandated climate change lessons, setting a precedent for others to follow.
Class-size cap proves the UFT couldn't care less about students
A state law reducing class sizes in NYC schools may negatively impact the neediest students.
The law could result in more teachers being added to high-performing schools rather than low-performing ones, prioritizing union membership over education improvement.
NYC Schools Make Waves with Climate Change Education
New York City schools are integrating climate change into their curriculum, joining other states focusing on environmental education.
States like New Jersey have mandated climate change lessons, setting a precedent for others to follow.
Class-size cap proves the UFT couldn't care less about students
A state law reducing class sizes in NYC schools may negatively impact the neediest students.
The law could result in more teachers being added to high-performing schools rather than low-performing ones, prioritizing union membership over education improvement.