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#private-high-school-expansion

East Bay (California)

More 4-year-olds are in publicly funded preschool than ever - in Oakland and across the state

fromSan Jose Spotlight

Education

Di Salvo: How will California's gubernatorial candidates improve education? - San Jose Spotlight

California

fromsfist.com

Friday Morning Constitutional: California Schools See Enrollment Drops

California public school enrollment declined 1.3% for 2025-26 due to demographic factors and fewer births.

fromThe Oaklandside

East Bay (California)

More 4-year-olds are in publicly funded preschool than ever - in Oakland and across the state

fromSan Jose Spotlight

Di Salvo: How will California's gubernatorial candidates improve education? - San Jose Spotlight

California's next governor must prioritize results-oriented education reforms to address widening achievement gaps and improve student outcomes.

more#california

fromLos Angeles Times

California's ongoing drop in public school enrollment is steepest in LAUSD and L.A. County

Los Angeles County schools face significant enrollment declines, reflecting a broader national trend influenced by various socio-economic factors.

A Mass. university again made Forbes's 'New Ivies' list

Tufts University is recognized for effectively preparing students for a challenging job market, making the 'New Ivies' list for two consecutive years.

Attendance for high schoolers, elementary students is plummeting in Ontario: data | CBC News

Ontario's student attendance has significantly dropped, prompting the education minister to link attendance to final high school marks.

Canada news

fromwww.cbc.ca

Ontario education minister announcing school system changes Monday | CBC News

Ontario Education Minister Paul Calandra will announce changes to the school system amid financial oversight and criticism of school board spending.

Canada news

fromwww.cbc.ca

Attendance for high schoolers, elementary students is plummeting in Ontario: data | CBC News

Ontario's student attendance has significantly dropped, prompting the education minister to link attendance to final high school marks.

Canada news

fromwww.cbc.ca

Ontario education minister announcing school system changes Monday | CBC News

Ontario Education Minister Paul Calandra will announce changes to the school system amid financial oversight and criticism of school board spending.

more#ontario-education

#homelessness

fromCity Limits

NYC parents

Opinion: Shelter Decisions That Ignore School Stability Are Harming NYC's Children

London politics

How I overcame homelessness to help others

NYC parents

More absences, lower grades: NYC leaving the educational needs of homeless students behind, report finds | amNewYork

fromCity Limits

Opinion: Shelter Decisions That Ignore School Stability Are Harming NYC's Children

Displacing families from shelters disrupts children's education and stability, leading to immediate academic consequences and long-term developmental issues.

London politics

How I overcame homelessness to help others

Darren Skeete, a former rough sleeper and addict, now helps others facing similar challenges in west London through a council service.

More absences, lower grades: NYC leaving the educational needs of homeless students behind, report finds | amNewYork

Homeless students in NYC face significant educational challenges, including chronic absenteeism and frequent school transfers, impacting their academic performance.

Parents sue over school's trans-inclusive bathroom policy to protect their daughters' "dignity" - LGBTQ Nation

A coalition of conservative parents is suing a Wisconsin school district over trans-inclusive bathroom policies, claiming violations of privacy and dignity for female students.

Day Around the Bay: College in East Bay Eliminates Debt of Graduating Students

Contra Costa College is forgiving up to $1,000 in school debt for graduating students due to a $31,000 donation from its foundation.

France news

fromThe Local France

MAP: The student population 'timebomb' in French schools

France's education system must adapt to a projected decline of 1.7 million students by 2035 due to falling birth rates.

A 'classroom-to-career' blueprint? A South Bronx middle school is getting tweens focused on job readiness

Seventh graders from South Bronx Academy proposed a successful bill on consent in photography, showcasing their advocacy and career aspirations in law.

fromKqed

2 weeks ago

Beloved San Jose Charter School Faces Potential Closure | KQED

There is a national shortage of credentialed teachers affecting compliance in schools, including East Side Unified School District.

How high school shapes future success - Harvard Gazette

Higher 10th-grade test scores and college plans correlate with better long-term educational and earning outcomes for students.

Mission District

fromsfist.com

Day Around the Bay: College in East Bay Eliminates Debt of Graduating Students

Contra Costa College is forgiving up to $1,000 in school debt for graduating students due to a $31,000 donation from its foundation.

France news

fromThe Local France

MAP: The student population 'timebomb' in French schools

France's education system must adapt to a projected decline of 1.7 million students by 2035 due to falling birth rates.

A 'classroom-to-career' blueprint? A South Bronx middle school is getting tweens focused on job readiness

Seventh graders from South Bronx Academy proposed a successful bill on consent in photography, showcasing their advocacy and career aspirations in law.

fromKqed

2 weeks ago

Beloved San Jose Charter School Faces Potential Closure | KQED

There is a national shortage of credentialed teachers affecting compliance in schools, including East Side Unified School District.

How high school shapes future success - Harvard Gazette

Higher 10th-grade test scores and college plans correlate with better long-term educational and earning outcomes for students.

What makes a good student - Harvard Gazette

Curiosity, rigorous thinking, integrity, and knowing when enough is enough are key qualities of successful students.

Law

Op-Ed | Don't trade away justice: Limiting rights won't lower costs for New Yorkers | amNewYork

Governor Hochul's insurance proposals favor corporations over individuals, undermining access to justice for crash victims and perpetuating inequities in auto insurance.

#higher-education

fromwww.npr.org

US news

More than a quarter of private colleges are at risk of closing, a new projection shows

'The college grading system [is] almost meaningless': People see the Ivy League as an easy A and with flawed admissions standards | Fortune

Higher education faces a PR crisis, with declining public trust and concerns over grade inflation and the value of degrees amid AI advancements.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Higher Education's Huge Opportunity (column)

Focus on supporting the 43 million Americans who attended college but did not earn a degree, rather than solely on traditional high school graduates.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

When the Employer Is the Financial Aid Office (opinion)

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act significantly reformed federal student aid, emphasizing workforce alignment and imposing new loan limits for graduate students.

fromThe Atlantic

Higher education

The Looming College-Enrollment Death Spiral

The decline in high school graduates will significantly impact college enrollment and accessibility, particularly for lower-income students.

fromwww.npr.org

US news

More than a quarter of private colleges are at risk of closing, a new projection shows

'The college grading system [is] almost meaningless': People see the Ivy League as an easy A and with flawed admissions standards | Fortune

Higher education faces a PR crisis, with declining public trust and concerns over grade inflation and the value of degrees amid AI advancements.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Higher Education's Huge Opportunity (column)

Focus on supporting the 43 million Americans who attended college but did not earn a degree, rather than solely on traditional high school graduates.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

When the Employer Is the Financial Aid Office (opinion)

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act significantly reformed federal student aid, emphasizing workforce alignment and imposing new loan limits for graduate students.

fromThe Atlantic

The Looming College-Enrollment Death Spiral

The decline in high school graduates will significantly impact college enrollment and accessibility, particularly for lower-income students.

more#higher-education

Mental health

fromPsychology Today

Your Child Isn't the Problem. Their School Report Might Be.

ODD is often misdiagnosed in Black and brown children due to bias in school reports, leading to harmful consequences for their behavior and mental health.

Social justice

fromCornell Chronicle

Brooks School senior heads to Oxford on Keasbey Scholarship | Cornell Chronicle

Ariela Asllani, a public policy major, will study refugee and forced migration at Oxford University after winning a Keasbey Scholarship.

East Bay real estate

fromKqed

When Teachers Can't Afford to Live in the Bay Area, Districts Get Into the Housing Game | KQED

Companies and school districts are addressing housing shortages to retain employees and attract talent.

fromwww.theguardian.com

A disturbing lack of integrity': Columbia students file complaint against energy thinktank taking big oil money

Columbia's Center on Global Energy Policy (CGEP) describes itself as an independent organization producing research on energy policy. But that representation is misleading, alleges the complaint to the New York City consumer protection bureau.

Non-profit organizations

Invitation-only: High-stakes admissions at an exclusive NYC public school

Hunter College High School has a low acceptance rate and is one of the least diverse public high schools in NYC.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Yale President: University Helped Erode Trust in Higher Ed

Yale University acknowledges its role in eroding public trust in higher education and is committed to addressing this issue.

fromThe Oaklandside

Skyline High School excels at sending students to U.C. colleges

"Judging schools by raw admission rates alone can be misleading. Schools that enroll larger shares of students from high-income families and fewer students with disabilities, for example, tend to send more students to UC campuses regardless of school quality."

East Bay (California)

Arts

fromColossal

Colossal Members Have Funded 100 Projects in K-12 Classrooms through DonorsChoose

Colossal Members funded 100 classroom projects, contributing over $13,000 to support K-12 students' access to art supplies and materials.

fromwww.berkeleyside.org

Longfellow Middle School rebuild delayed to 2028 as costs rise to $80M

Longfellow Middle School reconstruction delayed to summer 2028 due to severe structural issues, with costs rising to approximately $80 million.

Hampshire College and the Death of a Boomer Utopia

Hampshire College is closing due to financial struggles and declining enrollment, marking the end of its 56-year history.

Hampshire College closes, the latest in a string of small schools to fold under demographic, financial pressure | Fortune

Hampshire College will close after the fall semester due to financial pressures and inability to sustain operations.

fromAdvocate.com

One of higher ed's most LGBTQ-inclusive colleges is shutting down

Hampshire College will close due to persistent financial challenges and declining enrollment.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Hampshire College Announces Closure

Hampshire College will close at the end of the fall 2026 semester due to declining enrollment and financial instability.

Hampshire College in Amherst to close, and another Mass. school is put on warning by the state

Hampshire College will close due to financial difficulties and declining enrollment after failing to implement a successful five-year plan.

Hampshire College and the Death of a Boomer Utopia

Hampshire College is closing due to financial struggles and declining enrollment, marking the end of its 56-year history.

Hampshire College closes, the latest in a string of small schools to fold under demographic, financial pressure | Fortune

Hampshire College will close after the fall semester due to financial pressures and inability to sustain operations.

fromAdvocate.com

One of higher ed's most LGBTQ-inclusive colleges is shutting down

Hampshire College will close due to persistent financial challenges and declining enrollment.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Hampshire College Announces Closure

Hampshire College will close at the end of the fall 2026 semester due to declining enrollment and financial instability.

Hampshire College in Amherst to close, and another Mass. school is put on warning by the state

Hampshire College will close due to financial difficulties and declining enrollment after failing to implement a successful five-year plan.

more#hampshire-college

NYC public school suspensions dropped substantially during the first half of the school year

Suspensions in NYC public schools decreased by 8% in the first half of the school year compared to the previous year.

PODCAST: Students interview NYC Chancellor Kamar Samuels about AI, school mergers, and more

Chancellor Kamar Samuels prioritizes safety, academic rigor, and integration in NYC public schools.

NYC public school suspensions dropped substantially during the first half of the school year

Suspensions in NYC public schools decreased by 8% in the first half of the school year compared to the previous year.

PODCAST: Students interview NYC Chancellor Kamar Samuels about AI, school mergers, and more

Chancellor Kamar Samuels prioritizes safety, academic rigor, and integration in NYC public schools.

more#nyc-public-schools

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Birth rate warning issued as applications for primary school places decline

London has seen a 3.5% decrease in primary school applications due to declining birth rates and families relocating.

Nine universities start legal action over student loan error row

Nine universities are suing the government over sudden loan repayment demands for students in weekend courses classified as distance learning.

Lynnfield searches for new middle school principal amid uproar over handling of racist bullying

"Let me be direct: racist language was used against students in our school. That is not a gray area, and no one on this committee or in district leadership is treating it as one. Our first obligation, before academics and before anything else, is that every student has a safe place to learn. And if any student does not feel like that, we have work to do."

Education

'This is not about Harvard. It is about higher education.' - Harvard Gazette

The partnership between U.S. universities and government is threatened, risking a brain drain similar to post-war Europe.

fromPadailypost

Advanced math advocate jumps into school board race

John Craig is considering a run for the Palo Alto Unified School District board, advocating for Multivariable Calculus in schools.

#nyc-education

NYC parents

NYC's homeless students continue to struggle at school. Advocates want more funding and coordination.

NYC politics

NYC parents would not enroll kids in public schools if kindergarten G&T program ends: survey

NYC's homeless students continue to struggle at school. Advocates want more funding and coordination.

Many children in NYC's homeless shelters struggle to enroll in school, leading to chronic absenteeism and academic setbacks.

NYC politics

NYC parents would not enroll kids in public schools if kindergarten G&T program ends: survey

more#nyc-education

fromSan Jose Spotlight

East San Jose school district changes how its leaders are elected - San Jose Spotlight

Alum Rock Union School District is transitioning to trustee-area elections for board members to enhance local representation.

fromAbove the Law

The T14 Is Not Dead. It Is Undying, And That's Okay - Above the Law

The T14 law school ranking is becoming obsolete and may need re-evaluation or restructuring to reflect current realities.

fromFood & Beverage Magazine

London first-choice school offers lag behind average

Just over 88% of children in London were offered their first choice of primary school this year, slightly up on last year but below the national average, according to data by London's Councils.

Education

Urban School Food Alliance Launches Culinary Fellowship

The Urban School Food Alliance launched the Student Culinary Fellowship to enhance school nutrition through hands-on culinary training for high school students.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Was My Elite Education Worth It?

The pressure to achieve at elite schools often leads to feelings of inadequacy among students, despite their accomplishments.

Social justice

The Fight for Parents' Access to Higher Ed

Student parents face systemic barriers including childcare costs, food insecurity, and transportation challenges that limit college access and completion, requiring institutional and policy reforms.

fromwww.theguardian.com

London primary schools record 3.5% drop in children entering reception

London schools face closures due to falling birthrates and high housing costs, with a projected decline in pupil numbers and funding.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

NAICU Survey Shows Positive Bipartisan Support for Higher Ed

Federal student aid programs enjoy strong bipartisan support, with over 75% of Republicans and 80% of Democrats in favor.

#ai-in-education

Education

Serial Failure Sal Khan Wants to Take Over Higher Education

fromEpicenter NYC

Education

Parents say NYC schools' AI policy leaves out what matters most: students - Epicenter NYC

Higher education

Some schools embrace on-demand college counseling, courtesy of AI

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

Serial Failure Sal Khan Wants to Take Over Higher Education

Sal Khan's claims about AI revolutionizing education have been criticized as exaggerated and misleading.

fromEpicenter NYC

Parents say NYC schools' AI policy leaves out what matters most: students - Epicenter NYC

Guidelines on AI use in schools focus on staff usage, leaving student use ambiguous and raising concerns among parents and educators.

fromNew York City, NY Patch

Some schools embrace on-demand college counseling, courtesy of AI

AI technology is being tested to enhance college counseling by providing students with crucial information and freeing up counselors' time.

more#ai-in-education

Brooklyn

New 3-K Seats Coming To NYC

New York City will add over 1,000 new 3-K seats across 56 ZIP codes in fall, expanding free early childhood education access throughout all five boroughs.

MAMDANI'S FIRST 100 DAYS: NYC schools chief warns 80% class-size mandate may be out of reach by September | amNewYork

New York City schools face challenges meeting class-size law compliance by September amid budget constraints.

fromCity & State NY

Opinion: Without mayoral control, everyone is in charge of NYC schools, and no one is responsible

Mayoral control of New York City's public schools improved accountability and decision-making, addressing issues of fragmentation and corruption in the previous governance system.

MAMDANI'S FIRST 100 DAYS: NYC schools chief warns 80% class-size mandate may be out of reach by September | amNewYork

New York City schools face challenges meeting class-size law compliance by September amid budget constraints.

fromCity & State NY

Opinion: Without mayoral control, everyone is in charge of NYC schools, and no one is responsible

Mayoral control of New York City's public schools improved accountability and decision-making, addressing issues of fragmentation and corruption in the previous governance system.

Boston Public Schools graduation rate reached all-time high last year, still lags behind state average

Boston Public Schools achieved a record 81.3% graduation rate in 2025, up 1.6% from 2024, though still 8 percentage points below the state average of 89.3%.

fromLGBTQ Nation

University system chancellor orders schools to end academic programs "centered on" LGBTQ+ identities - LGBTQ Nation

Texas Tech University System is eliminating academic programs focused on sexual orientation and gender identity.

fromwww.berkeleyside.org

Berkeley private school with a colorful and groundbreaking past turns 80

Berkwood Hedge, founded by five mothers in the 1950s, has evolved into a progressive school with diverse programs and a rich history.

fromShore News Network - The Latest Breaking, Viral and Trending News

NYC wins tuition case as court rejects parents' private online school claim

Federal court denied tuition reimbursement for a student's online private school placement, ruling it did not meet legal standards under federal disability law.

fromBrooklyn Paper

'Spaces to thrive': Brooklyn BP commits $9.25M to expand sensory rooms in D75 schools * Brooklyn Paper

A $9.25 million investment will create sensory rooms for students with disabilities in Brooklyn, enhancing inclusive learning environments.

fromLos Angeles Times

The price of LAUSD union peace will be $1.2 billion a year. Next up is paying for it

Los Angeles school district unions secured significant raises, costing nearly $1.2 billion annually, raising concerns about the district's financial sustainability.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

In Admissions Data Legal Fight, Colleges Want Protection

Federal judge blocks Education Department from collecting race- and gender-related admissions data, prompting colleges to seek relief from the survey.

fromABC30 Fresno

Los Angeles schools avoid a strike as a last-minute deal is reached with staff

Los Angeles schools avoided a strike by reaching a tentative agreement with support staff, ensuring schools remained open for 400,000 students.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

HBCUs and the Uneven Legacy of Academic Freedom

Academic freedom in higher education has historically been uneven, particularly affecting racially and gender diverse faculty.

fromLGBTQ Nation

STEM can be a hostile place for queer kids. Rainbow Robotics is changing the game. - LGBTQ Nation

Queer students often face exclusion in STEM, but initiatives like Rainbow Robotics are fostering inclusion and acceptance in these spaces.

fromThe74million

Report: Schools Across New York Are The Most Segregated in the U.S.

New York state's public schools are the nation's most segregated, with school attendance zones directly overlapping 1938 redlining maps that excluded communities of color.

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

From a converted barn to a blueprint for SEND education: The story behind Michael Shanly's most personal investment - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Beech Lodge School addresses the SEND provision gap for care-experienced children through trauma-informed practices and specialized support.

Chelsea High School teacher on leave after students stage protest, allege misconduct

A Chelsea High School teacher is on leave due to allegations of inappropriate conduct with students, prompting an investigation.

fromSFGATE

2 weeks ago

These California high schools defy typical UC admissions patterns

California's UC acceptance rates for in-state applicants reached a nine-year high, with Mission High School leading in UC Berkeley admissions.

fromIndependent

Majority of parents of children in denominational schools want to keep existing ethos but more want co-education

A majority of Irish parents prefer schools to maintain their denominational ethos and support co-education.

Brooklyn

fromNew York Family

fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news

Explore Brooklyn's Charter Schools on February 1st at the Brooklyn Basketball Training Center

Free Brooklyn charter school fair and kids activity expo, Feb 1, 2026, 12–3 PM at Brooklyn Basketball Center; meet school reps, camps, afterschool programs; RSVP.

Parent forced to home school trans child over sex ed guidance

The mother of a transgender child has said she was forced to home-school him after the government's controversial sex education guidance posed "safeguarding concerns". The seven-year-old trans boy was reportedly removed from public education after being subjected to "inhuman" statements about his gender identity during lessons. Speaking exclusively to PinkNews, the parent, who wished to remain anonymous, said she received "zero support" from staff at the school despite making numerous complaints about safeguarding concerns.

LGBT

#gifted-programs

fromFox News

NYC parents

Mamdani's plan to cut gifted programs in NYC schools driving parents to competitive private education: report

fromAol

NYC parents

Mamdani's plan to cut gifted programs in NYC schools driving parents to competitive private education: report

fromFox News

NYC parents

Mamdani's plan to cut gifted programs in NYC schools driving parents to competitive private education: report

fromAol

Mamdani's plan to cut gifted programs in NYC schools driving parents to competitive private education: report

Mayor Mamdani's plan to cut gifted programs in NYC public schools is driving parents toward private schools, which require intensive tutoring and networking to access.

Skyline High School has 17 AP classes. Castlemont has 0. OUSD has a serious college prep gap

AP classes have become essential for college preparation and competitive admissions, with significant growth in enrollment and influence over the past decades.

Brooklyn

fromBrooklyn Paper

Uncommon New York City Students Receive Full Rides to Top Colleges * Brooklyn Paper

Five Uncommon Schools Brooklyn seniors won 2025 QuestBridge National College Match full four-year scholarships covering tuition, housing, travel, and books to top colleges.

It Was a Tough February for New York's Fanciest 5-Year-Olds

Elite Manhattan private school admissions have become increasingly competitive, with legacy advantages and networking significantly influencing acceptance outcomes for wealthy families.

4 weeks ago

Goodbye, Regents. Hello, Portrait of a Graduate. NYC educators: Tell us what's next.

New York will replace Regents exams with a new evaluation framework called Portrait of a Graduate starting in the 2027-28 school year.

Want better schools? It's all up to states. - Harvard Gazette

Southern states Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Tennessee achieved significant test score gains in math and reading recovery from 2019 to 2024, demonstrating that ambitious state-led literacy reforms can reverse national educational decline.

NYC is proposing a public high school with an AI focus. Parents are pushing back.

New York City proposes Next Generation Technology High School, a screened admissions high school focused on AI and computer science, replacing Urban Assembly School of Business for Young Women, but families oppose the plan citing concerns about curriculum control by tech companies.

Op-Ed | How education makes New York safer | amNewYork

Education programs in prisons reduce recidivism and increase employment, making them an overlooked but effective public safety solution that provides meaningful second chances.

The Homeschooling Hack

Homeschooling in New York City is rapidly expanding and diversifying, attracting families seeking autonomy, alternative learning models, and greater academic focus.

fromGothamist

NYC nixes plan to close Upper West Side school amid outrage over parent's racist remarks

The education department reversed its plan to close Community Action School after a parent's racist comments at a public meeting sparked widespread condemnation and community backlash.

fromNew York Family

This New Bronx Charter School Will Be Open 12 Hours a Day - New York Family

A new Bronx charter school is opening with a 50-week calendar and 7 am-7 pm hours, designed to better align with working parents' schedules. School: Strive Charter School (public charter), Bronx - grades K-4 Address: 604 E. 139th St. Hours: 7 am-7 pm Weekday schedule: Drop-off 7-9 a.m. + pick-up 4:30-7 p.m. (both flexible) Extras: Optional weekend programming + planned 50-week calendar Meals: Free breakfast, lunch, and dinner on open days

Education

Student shuffle: Upper West Side parents outraged as a plan to relocate public schools takes shape

The Center School (M.S. 243) faces a proposed District 3 relocation that would dismantle its mixed-grade, arts-focused program and disrupt students, families, staff, and facilities.