A New School Will Teach Children Use AI Instead of Human TeachersThe Unbound School utilizes AI for teaching without traditional instructors, raising concerns about educational effectiveness.This model promotes a 2 Hour Learning strategy that promises rapid educational progression despite the lack of human teachers.
Charter schools in NYC: A growing trend with benefits and challengesCharter schools in NYC are gaining popularity, offering unique educational choices despite facing challenges.
Arizona's getting an online charter school taught entirely by AI | TechCrunchUnbound Academy will teach its curriculum entirely through AI, condensing academic instruction into a two-hour daily session.The program will replace traditional teachers with 'skilled guides' who will monitor progress and provide targeted interventions.
Quit suffocating charter schools: Lift the cap and give them roomCharter school students in NYC face severe space constraints and misallocation of resources.
Officials keep charter schools crammed out of spite - give kids space!Charter schools in NYC experience significant space inequity, resulting in cramped conditions and impacting educational quality.
Exclusive | NYC charter school is so crammed that choir practices in stairwell, students in broom closetsCharter schools like Success Academy are struggling with inadequate space allocation despite their larger student populations.
A New School Will Teach Children Use AI Instead of Human TeachersThe Unbound School utilizes AI for teaching without traditional instructors, raising concerns about educational effectiveness.This model promotes a 2 Hour Learning strategy that promises rapid educational progression despite the lack of human teachers.
Charter schools in NYC: A growing trend with benefits and challengesCharter schools in NYC are gaining popularity, offering unique educational choices despite facing challenges.
Arizona's getting an online charter school taught entirely by AI | TechCrunchUnbound Academy will teach its curriculum entirely through AI, condensing academic instruction into a two-hour daily session.The program will replace traditional teachers with 'skilled guides' who will monitor progress and provide targeted interventions.
Quit suffocating charter schools: Lift the cap and give them roomCharter school students in NYC face severe space constraints and misallocation of resources.
Officials keep charter schools crammed out of spite - give kids space!Charter schools in NYC experience significant space inequity, resulting in cramped conditions and impacting educational quality.
Exclusive | NYC charter school is so crammed that choir practices in stairwell, students in broom closetsCharter schools like Success Academy are struggling with inadequate space allocation despite their larger student populations.
Trump's Education Pick Bankrolled Efforts to Support Diversity, Equity, and InclusionLinda McMahon's foundation has donated millions to groups promoting DEI and opposing Trump, conflicting with her expected support for his education agenda.
Exclusive | NY education big urges Hochul, pols to lift cap on charters: 'Focus more on kids, not politics'Lifting the cap on charter schools in NYC is essential for providing educational opportunities and improving student outcomes.
Kamala's mystery Israel shift, Harris vs. charters and other commentaryVice President Kamala Harris and Tim Walz are facing criticism for avoiding media scrutiny on sensitive topics like the Israel-Hamas conflict.
It's time for Kathy Hochul to stand up for charter-school kidsCharter schools in New York face funding inequalities and caps that limit access, affecting educational opportunities for thousands of students.
Meet the Candidates: San Francisco's school board raceMany candidates oppose charter school expansion due to budget issues and declining enrollment in public schools.
New board member quits job to avoid conflict of interestMary Beth Thompson resigned as principal to avoid conflict of interest after being elected as a trustee.
Trump's Education Pick Bankrolled Efforts to Support Diversity, Equity, and InclusionLinda McMahon's foundation has donated millions to groups promoting DEI and opposing Trump, conflicting with her expected support for his education agenda.
Exclusive | NY education big urges Hochul, pols to lift cap on charters: 'Focus more on kids, not politics'Lifting the cap on charter schools in NYC is essential for providing educational opportunities and improving student outcomes.
Kamala's mystery Israel shift, Harris vs. charters and other commentaryVice President Kamala Harris and Tim Walz are facing criticism for avoiding media scrutiny on sensitive topics like the Israel-Hamas conflict.
It's time for Kathy Hochul to stand up for charter-school kidsCharter schools in New York face funding inequalities and caps that limit access, affecting educational opportunities for thousands of students.
Meet the Candidates: San Francisco's school board raceMany candidates oppose charter school expansion due to budget issues and declining enrollment in public schools.
New board member quits job to avoid conflict of interestMary Beth Thompson resigned as principal to avoid conflict of interest after being elected as a trustee.
Can a charter school be religious? The Supreme Court decision about St. Isidore, a Catholic school in Oklahoma, could redraw lines around church and state in educationThe Supreme Court will decide if Oklahoma can create a faith-based charter school, St. Isidore, potentially reshaping education law regarding government aid to religious institutions.
Pasadena Unified School District announces phased re-opening for schoolsThe Pasadena Unified School District aims to reopen all campuses for in-person learning by the end of January after fire-induced closures.
Hialeah approves expansion of charter school on public park despite residents' concernsCharter school expansion at Slade Park raises concerns about access to public space and long-term community impact.
Charter school wants to expand into a public park in Hialeah, kill two playing fieldsA charter school in Hialeah plans to convert part of a public park into facilities, sparking resident concern over loss of recreational space.
Hialeah board approves school plan to expand into park. Council will make final decisionHialeah's Planning and Zoning board approved a charter school's expansion into Slade Park, sparking significant community opposition due to concerns about green space loss.
Hialeah approves expansion of charter school on public park despite residents' concernsCharter school expansion at Slade Park raises concerns about access to public space and long-term community impact.
Charter school wants to expand into a public park in Hialeah, kill two playing fieldsA charter school in Hialeah plans to convert part of a public park into facilities, sparking resident concern over loss of recreational space.
Hialeah board approves school plan to expand into park. Council will make final decisionHialeah's Planning and Zoning board approved a charter school's expansion into Slade Park, sparking significant community opposition due to concerns about green space loss.
fromZDNET2 months agoWhere AI educators are replacing teachers - and how that'll workAI is transforming education through personalized learning experiences that adapt to students' needs.Unbound Academy aims to enhance student engagement and mastery using AI technology.
Local journalism with impact: Sacramento Bee's 2024 stories that made a differenceThe Sacramento Bee aims to strengthen communities by addressing key issues and demanding accountability from those in power.
Trump to nominate professional wrestling mogul Linda McMahon to be education secretaryTrump nominates Linda McMahon for Education Secretary despite plans to dismantle the department.McMahon has background in small business and limited experience in education.
Trump picks Dr. Oz to oversee Medicare and MedicaidLinda McMahon has been appointed as Secretary of Education, emphasizing her business experience and support for charter schools in an expected overhaul of the department.
Trump to nominate professional wrestling mogul Linda McMahon to be education secretaryTrump nominates Linda McMahon for Education Secretary despite plans to dismantle the department.McMahon has background in small business and limited experience in education.
Trump picks Dr. Oz to oversee Medicare and MedicaidLinda McMahon has been appointed as Secretary of Education, emphasizing her business experience and support for charter schools in an expected overhaul of the department.
Teachers union candidates lead early for LAUSD board; district school bond leads stronglyThe Los Angeles Board of Education races are heavily influenced by competing political interests, indicating potential shifts in educational policies.High campaign spending suggests an escalating battle for control over the direction of charter schools and other educational initiatives.
Oakland school board races draw less spending by political groups this yearOakland school board races are greatly influenced by independent expenditure committees with substantial funds supporting school choice candidates.Families in Action for Justice is actively participating in candidate endorsements while navigating donation limit regulations.
Uncommon Excellence Boys Elementary marks 20th anniversary in Brooklyn * Brooklyn PaperExcellence Boys Elementary's focus on an all-boys education fosters a supportive environment that enhances academic success and personal growth.
Ex-Gov. Pataki raises $250K for charter schools as he celebrates their 25th anniversary in NYFormer Gov. George Pataki raised funds for charter schools celebrating their success and highlighted the importance of legislation with accountability provisions.
Uncommon Excellence Boys Elementary marks 20th anniversary in Brooklyn * Brooklyn PaperExcellence Boys Elementary's focus on an all-boys education fosters a supportive environment that enhances academic success and personal growth.
Ex-Gov. Pataki raises $250K for charter schools as he celebrates their 25th anniversary in NYFormer Gov. George Pataki raised funds for charter schools celebrating their success and highlighted the importance of legislation with accountability provisions.
Another major report recommends California charter school oversight reforms after $400 million fraud caseCalifornia's charter school audits need urgent reforms to prevent fraud and enhance oversight following significant fraud cases like A3.
17 years after indictment, California Charter Academy case unresolvedThe indictment of Honeycutt and Cox highlights ongoing issues in accountability within charter school governance.
Another major report recommends California charter school oversight reforms after $400 million fraud caseCalifornia's charter school audits need urgent reforms to prevent fraud and enhance oversight following significant fraud cases like A3.
17 years after indictment, California Charter Academy case unresolvedThe indictment of Honeycutt and Cox highlights ongoing issues in accountability within charter school governance.
Charter schools a key issue in county Board of Education raceGrace Mah's re-election campaign is heavily funded by charter schools, highlighting the financial dynamics in educational politics.
NYC public schools see increased enrollment as DOE faces class-size mandateNYC public schools enrollment increases for the first time since 2016, indicating a shift in educational engagement and opportunities.
NYC charter schools: What you need to know about their operations | amNewYorkCharter schools in NYC operate independently but are held accountable for student achievementCompetition from charter schools improves traditional public schools in NYC.
NYC public schools see increased enrollment as DOE faces class-size mandateNYC public schools enrollment increases for the first time since 2016, indicating a shift in educational engagement and opportunities.
NYC charter schools: What you need to know about their operations | amNewYorkCharter schools in NYC operate independently but are held accountable for student achievementCompetition from charter schools improves traditional public schools in NYC.
Success Academy is opening three new Bronx schools this month - Bronx TimesSuccess Academy is expanding in the Bronx with three new schools, enhancing educational options in the borough's charter school landscape.
Back to school 2024: Here are the new school seats coming to Staten IslandHundreds of new school seats are being created in Staten Island to address overcrowding and growing student population, including charter schools expansion.
Project 2025's Plan to Eliminate Public Schools Has Already StartedThe Heritage Foundation's Project 2025 aims to undermine public education by diverting funds to private schools, leading to mass closures and resource depletion in public school districts.
To restore educational excellence, end the government's monopoly on schoolsQuality of public education in the US has declined despite increased resources.American students are performing poorly in math and reading compared to international counterparts.
Project 2025's Plan to Eliminate Public Schools Has Already StartedThe Heritage Foundation's Project 2025 aims to undermine public education by diverting funds to private schools, leading to mass closures and resource depletion in public school districts.
To restore educational excellence, end the government's monopoly on schoolsQuality of public education in the US has declined despite increased resources.American students are performing poorly in math and reading compared to international counterparts.
Charter schools want NYC to share its 'Do-Not Hire' list of pervy teachersCharter schools advocate for increased information sharing with DOE to prevent predatory teachers' employment loopholes.
At one Gilroy middle school, students teach each other. Is this new model the future of education?The Squads model at Gilroy Prep in math classes involves students educating each other under teacher supervision, promoting collaboration and soft skills.
Walters: California charter school battles intensify as education finances get squeezedCalifornia public schools face financial challenges due to COVID-19 impacts, declining enrollment, absenteeism, inflation, and budget deficits, affecting per-pupil spending and leading to tension between charter schools and public schools.
LAUSD banned charter schools from many of its campuses. Now charters will fight it in courtCharter schools in Los Angeles Unified face restrictions on where they can locate and the classrooms they can use.There is a legal battle between the California Charter Schools Association and L.A. Unified over the newly approved district policy.
Fed-up charter school advocates rally in Albany for equal fundingCharter school advocates criticized state Department of Education for unequal funding.Advocates argue for equitable funding and recognition of charter schools as public schools.