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Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 hours ago

Schools forced to cut back on support for Send pupils in England, poll finds

Two-fifths of school leaders in England have reduced support for children with special educational needs due to a long-standing financial crisis.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
9 hours ago

Why should we care about housing in the local elections?

Affordable housing is a critical issue in London's local elections, with councils facing significant pressures and responsibilities.
fromThe New Yorker
2 days ago

Body-Slamming the Department of Education

McMahon is familiar with organizations built around an increasingly unstable man who is a genius at spinning story lines that inflame the crowd and damage enemies and institutions but, if you think too hard about them, don't necessarily add up to a coherent narrative.
SF politics
NYC parents
fromwww.newyorkfamily.com
1 day ago

NYC School Calendar 202627 Changes Frustrate Parents New York Family

The 2026-2027 NYC school calendar is causing stress for families due to a later start date and unexpected scheduling changes.
#transgender-rights
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Teacher suspended for supporting trans athlete gets reinstated after allies fight back - LGBTQ Nation

Dr. Chet Hesson was reinstated after an investigation found no basis for claims against him regarding his support for a transgender student athlete.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
1 week ago

NYC wins court fight over magnet school funding tied to trans student policies

The Trump administration cannot withhold funding for NYC magnet schools over transgender student policies, as ruled by a federal judge.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Teacher suspended for supporting trans athlete gets reinstated after allies fight back - LGBTQ Nation

Dr. Chet Hesson was reinstated after an investigation found no basis for claims against him regarding his support for a transgender student athlete.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
1 week ago

NYC wins court fight over magnet school funding tied to trans student policies

The Trump administration cannot withhold funding for NYC magnet schools over transgender student policies, as ruled by a federal judge.
#child-care
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
1 day ago

New 3-K and Pre-K Seats Coming to Bronx and Brooklyn

Mayor Mamdani's team is expanding child care by reopening seven early childhood sites, adding approximately 1,000 new pre-K and 3-K seats this fall.
NYC parents
fromTruthout
17 hours ago

Heritage Foundation Wants to "Save the Family" by Further Undermining Child Care

The Heritage Foundation's new policy platform aims to steer mothers out of the workforce and promote early marriage through various policy changes.
Education
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

LAUSD seeks to expand affordable child care by using spare classrooms, shuttered centers

LAUSD plans to double infant care centers to address affordability and boost enrollment in district schools.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
1 day ago

New 3-K and Pre-K Seats Coming to Bronx and Brooklyn

Mayor Mamdani's team is expanding child care by reopening seven early childhood sites, adding approximately 1,000 new pre-K and 3-K seats this fall.
NYC parents
fromTruthout
17 hours ago

Heritage Foundation Wants to "Save the Family" by Further Undermining Child Care

The Heritage Foundation's new policy platform aims to steer mothers out of the workforce and promote early marriage through various policy changes.
Education
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

LAUSD seeks to expand affordable child care by using spare classrooms, shuttered centers

LAUSD plans to double infant care centers to address affordability and boost enrollment in district schools.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

School choice is booming in Iowa. Are students better off?

Cedar Rapids Community School District faces potential closures due to competition from charter and private schools amid funding challenges.
#education
fromIndependent
3 days ago
Education

'It took a year just to nail down a basic structure' - parents tell of struggle to keep religion out of their twins' education

Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Officials too slow to act on falling pupil numbers in England, says watchdog

England's declining birthrate is causing a significant drop in school funding and a surplus of school places, impacting education quality.
fromIndependent
3 days ago
Education

'It took a year just to nail down a basic structure' - parents tell of struggle to keep religion out of their twins' education

Education
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.
#california
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

California public school enrollment drops by 75K students; 7x greater than expected

California public schools face a significant enrollment decline of nearly 75,000 students, far exceeding initial projections.
California
fromsfist.com
5 days ago

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.
Education
fromLos Angeles Times
20 hours ago

California is leading national preschool expansion, but quality lags, report says

California's preschool expansion has increased enrollment but needs to improve the quality of early education programs.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

The Guardian view on social care shortages: housing charities could help England's hidden children' | Editorial

Attention to vulnerable children is crucial as failures in social care reflect poorly on society and can cause long-term harm.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Mamdani and Obama sing to toddlers in the Bronx as mayor pushes free childcare | amNewYork

Mamdani and Obama promote free childcare in NYC, emphasizing investments in early childhood education during a visit to a Bronx child care center.
Law
fromABA Journal
3 weeks ago

Millions of Americans continue to lack meaningful access to justice. What can be done about it?

Millions of Americans face legal challenges without access to affordable legal assistance, highlighting a significant justice gap.
Education
fromPortland Mercury
15 hours ago

With Portland Public Schools' Budget in Peril, All Eyes Are on the State - Portland Mercury

Portland Public Schools faces a $50 million budget shortfall, highlighting systemic funding failures in Oregon's education system.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
6 days ago

Suffolk health checks: The new school gate conversation - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The UK medical landscape has moved dramatically in the last twelve months, showing a clear move away from fad diets and toward regulated, injectable treatments. This shift is not staying local; it's already visible across London clinics and private healthcare providers, where demand has accelerated sharply over the past year.
Medicine
Non-profit organizations
fromNature
1 day ago

Meeting the moment: how scientific philanthropies are expanding their reach

Federal funding cuts in 2025 prompted increased reliance on philanthropic funding for research and development in the US.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
1 day ago

NYC Will Open 7 New Early Education Centers This Fall: What To Know

The city will open seven early childhood education centers, adding 240 new 3-K seats this fall to improve access for families.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

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.
SF parents
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
3 days ago

An arrest by BUSD's only police officer prompted a student walkout, and now a lawsuit

A family is suing Berkeley school district and police for alleged assault and false arrest of a student by a school resource officer.
Education
fromFast Company
4 hours ago

This major school district just voted to ditch screens and go back to pen and paper

Los Angeles school district limits screen time, prohibiting screens in first grade and below, and restricting access to YouTube in class.
#supreme-court
NYC parents
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

SCOTUS will hear Catholic schools' plea for public funds despite ban on kids with LGBTQ+ parents - LGBTQ Nation

The U.S. Supreme Court will hear a case involving anti-LGBTQ+ Catholic preschools seeking funding despite violating nondiscrimination provisions.
NYC parents
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Supreme Court won't hear case on forcing teachers to out trans kids to their parents - LGBTQ Nation

The Supreme Court declined to hear a case regarding parental rights and school policies on transgender student identification.
NYC parents
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

SCOTUS will hear Catholic schools' plea for public funds despite ban on kids with LGBTQ+ parents - LGBTQ Nation

The U.S. Supreme Court will hear a case involving anti-LGBTQ+ Catholic preschools seeking funding despite violating nondiscrimination provisions.
NYC parents
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Supreme Court won't hear case on forcing teachers to out trans kids to their parents - LGBTQ Nation

The Supreme Court declined to hear a case regarding parental rights and school policies on transgender student identification.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 day ago

'Not being taught': Parents pull children from St. Bernadette's school amid concerns * Brooklyn Paper

St. Bernadette's Catholic Academy faces growing parental dissatisfaction over management and classroom quality, contradicting its long-standing reputation.
#ai-in-education
fromThe New Yorker
4 hours ago
Education

What Will It Take to Get A.I. Out of Schools?

A growing number of parents and educators oppose the integration of A.I. in education, viewing it as manipulative and deceptive.
fromEpicenter NYC
2 weeks ago
Education

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.
Education
fromThe New Yorker
4 hours ago

What Will It Take to Get A.I. Out of Schools?

A growing number of parents and educators oppose the integration of A.I. in education, viewing it as manipulative and deceptive.
Education
fromEpicenter NYC
2 weeks ago

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.
SF parents
fromSan Jose Spotlight
5 days ago

Editorial: South Bay school district boards should move to term limits - San Jose Spotlight

Transitioning to term limits for school board members in Santa Clara County could enhance governance and encourage diversity.
Education
fromMission Local
16 hours ago

Meet the S.F. school board candidates: Should Algebra 1 be offered to all 8th grade students?

The San Francisco school board will offer Algebra 1 as an elective for all eighth graders after community support and a study showed previous removal was ineffective.
#boston-public-schools
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago
Boston

'BPS transportation is failing us': School bus delays have Boston parents calling for change

Thousands of students face delays in school transportation despite claims of improved on-time performance by Boston Public Schools.
fromBoston.com
4 weeks ago
Boston

'Children's lives are at stake': Boston teachers protest staffing cuts

Boston Public Schools face over 400 job cuts, impacting support for high-needs students, prompting calls for increased funding from educators and community members.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

'BPS transportation is failing us': School bus delays have Boston parents calling for change

Thousands of students face delays in school transportation despite claims of improved on-time performance by Boston Public Schools.
Boston
fromBoston.com
4 weeks ago

'Children's lives are at stake': Boston teachers protest staffing cuts

Boston Public Schools face over 400 job cuts, impacting support for high-needs students, prompting calls for increased funding from educators and community members.
SF parents
fromPadailypost
6 days ago

Candidate for county school superintendent doesn't have the required credentials to run

Chelsea Bonini's candidacy for San Mateo County schools superintendent is contested due to her lacking the required administrative credential.
Higher education
fromFast Company
3 days ago

This university leader has advice for his corporate counterparts

Daniel Diermeier's leadership at Vanderbilt University focuses on avoiding politicization and adhering to core purposes, resulting in increased applications and selectivity.
#lgbtq-rights
NYC parents
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

The Supreme Court is taking up a case that could shut LGBTQ+ families out of preschool

The Supreme Court will decide if LGBTQ+ children can be denied access to public preschool programs by religious schools.
Education
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

Maryland advances sweeping education bill to fill gap as Trump admin dismantles federal protections - LGBTQ Nation

Maryland lawmakers advanced a bill to protect marginalized students from discrimination in educational institutions.
NYC parents
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

The Supreme Court is taking up a case that could shut LGBTQ+ families out of preschool

The Supreme Court will decide if LGBTQ+ children can be denied access to public preschool programs by religious schools.
Education
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

Maryland advances sweeping education bill to fill gap as Trump admin dismantles federal protections - LGBTQ Nation

Maryland lawmakers advanced a bill to protect marginalized students from discrimination in educational institutions.
Education
fromFortune
16 hours ago

Record numbers of kids are enrolling in state-funded preschool as Trump pushes states to cover costs amid federal funding for wars | Fortune

State-funded preschool enrollment reached record highs, but access remains uneven across states despite significant funding and expansion efforts.
#homelessness
fromCity Limits
1 week ago
NYC parents

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.
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago
NYC parents

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.
NYC parents
fromCity Limits
1 week ago

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.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

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.
Education
fromPadailypost
2 days ago

Parent who is critical of Rowena Chiu enters school board race

Linda Henigin is running for Palo Alto school board against Rowena Chiu's allies, focusing on student mental health and academic equity.
Education
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

UK schools could lose 288m in funding due to falling pupil numbers, watchdog warns

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and highlights a significant funding shortfall in Britain's schools due to declining pupil numbers.
Education
fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

Pittsburgh to close schools for NFL draft; switch to remote learning

Pittsburgh Public Schools canceled in-person classes during the NFL draft to manage increased traffic and ensure student safety.
NYC parents
fromChalkbeat
2 weeks ago

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.
Education
fromPadailypost
1 week ago

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 parents
fromChalkbeat
2 weeks ago

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.
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Commentary: Meet the LAUSD veteran who leads the principals union

"I'm the new kid on the block, but we made a commitment. It's not about equality, it's about equity. ... We are all better today for our collective work."
Education
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Opinion: School board should wait until after the election to select a new superintendent

The last three months have been tumultuous in the district. The community was divided by a surprise move in January to add ethnic studies to the high school curriculum, a class that Chinese and Jewish families felt was discriminatory. When new board member Rowena Chiu said publicly she felt bullied by other "woke" school board members for questioning the class, all hell broke loose.
Austin
Education
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

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.
Education
fromSan Jose Spotlight
6 days ago

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.
#school-leadership
fromPadailypost
1 month ago
SF parents

Palo Alto school board picks acting superintendent

Palo Alto school board appointed HR Director Herb Espiritu as acting superintendent, the district's third superintendent in one month.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago
Education

Education Leadership in Action

School leaders face unprecedented challenges including staffing shortages, declining morale, and decision fatigue while expected to drive innovation and improvement.
Education
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Education Leadership in Action

School leaders face unprecedented challenges including staffing shortages, declining morale, and decision fatigue while expected to drive innovation and improvement.
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

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
Education
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
5 days ago

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.
fromMission Local
1 week ago

Meet the S.F. school board candidates: Do you support dipping into reserves?

"Public funding requires public money," said union president Cassondra Curiel to Mission Local during the February strike. "As long as we're not violating the law, I don't see what the problem is."
Education
Education
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

A California school district is having its first teachers strike in 150 years

Teachers in the Little Lake City School District went on strike due to stalled negotiations over healthcare costs, class sizes, and special education support.
SF parents
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

School district investigated one of its own board members - few knew of investigation

Palo Alto Unified School District investigated board member Rowena Chiu for racism allegations following a January 2025 Ethnic Studies meeting, and Chiu claims vindication while questioning the investigation's cost and lack of public disclosure.
Education
fromMission Local
1 week ago

Meet the S.F. School Board Candidates: What is your #1 priority?

The San Francisco School Board election features incumbent Phil Kim facing challengers Virginia Cheung and Brandee Marckmann after a significant teachers' strike.
Education
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

Replicating the 'Mississippi Miracle' Won't Be Easy

Mississippi's education reform success stems from accountability measures alongside the adoption of the science of reading, not just phonics alone.
Mental health
fromCity Limits
2 months ago

Opinion: Shifting from Punitive Discipline to Preventative Care in NYC Public Schools

Underinvestment in youth mental and behavioral healthcare drives school behavioral incidents leading to NYPD involvement, punitive measures, and racial disparities for New York City students.
Education
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 weeks ago

East San Jose school loses charter over lack of credentialed teachers - San Jose Spotlight

Escuela Popular, a charter school for immigrant students, faces closure due to uncredentialed teachers despite plans to appeal the district's decision.
SF parents
fromKqed
1 month ago

New Law Provides School Boards the Opportunity for Pay Raise | KQED

South Bay Union School District is closing schools due to declining enrollment while approving a pay increase for board members, raising concerns about resource allocation and board diversity representation.
Higher education
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

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.
Education
fromNews 12 - Default
1 month ago

NYC Schools chancellor warns class-size deadline maybe out of reach amid budget gap

NYC faces a $5.4 billion budget gap, with the DOE needing to reduce class sizes to 80% compliance by September 2026.
Education
fromCity & State NY
1 month ago

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.
#gifted-programs
fromAol
1 month ago
NYC parents

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

fromFox News
1 month ago
NYC parents

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

NYC parents
fromAol
1 month ago

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.
fromFox News
1 month ago
NYC parents

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

fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Palo Alto schools in the middle of 11 lawsuits

The Palo Alto Unified School District is in the middle of at least 11 different lawsuits, including cases that allege unchecked bullying, racist attacks, injured students, inadequate special education and retaliation by district leadership.
Education
Education
fromHarvard Gazette
1 month ago

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.
Education
fromMiami Herald
8 months ago

Miami school board considers proposal to open a private school on district property

Miami-Dade School District is exploring leasing district land to Barry University to open a private, tuition-based K-12 school on district property.
fromNew York Family
2 months ago

New York Family Ultimate Camp Fairs Are a Great Place to Start

Looking for the perfect school fit for your child? The Bronx Charter School Fair & Kids Activity Expo is your one-stop destination to explore top charter schools in the Bronx and Manhattan. Meet representatives from a variety of schools, learn about their programs, and discover the best educational options for your family. Then don't miss the Bronx Charter School Fair , hosted by Bronx Family & amNY!
Education
Education
fromPadailypost
2 months ago

School board to hear pros and cons of parcel tax

Palo Alto school board will consider renewing an expiring $941-per-year parcel tax amid rising per-student funding, declining enrollment, and potential budget cuts.
#oakland-unified-school-district
Education
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 months ago

Op-ed: San Jose parents question truth behind pending school closures - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose Unified School District plans to close up to nine elementary schools despite community opposition, using Broad-trained leadership and reallocating Measure R bond funds.
Education
fromMission Local
2 months ago

Here's how many S.F. politicians have kids - and send them to public school

Many San Francisco politicians send their children to private schools, reducing SFUSD enrollment and worsening the district's budget shortfall amid a teachers strike.
fromNew York Family
2 months ago

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
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