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www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Education

California college students call on lawmakers to combat student housing crisis

Tens of thousands of California college students face housing insecurity and affordability issues.
The lack of campus housing options in California leads to students struggling with high rents and long commutes. [ more ]
The Nation
1 month ago
Education

The Chicago Teachers Union Wants to End Student Homelessness at the Bargaining Table

Chicago Teachers Union advocating for addressing the housing crisis affecting students and teachers in the city.
Proposal for a pilot program to house homeless families of students in Chicago Public Schools. [ more ]
www.berkeleyside.org
1 month ago
Education

Opinion: Cecilia Lunaparra is the student champion we need in Berkeley's District 7

Cecilia Lunaparra plays a significant role in student and housing advocacy in Berkeley.
She focuses on enfranchising the disenfranchised and uniting diverse groups for collective impact. [ more ]
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www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
New York City

How New York's Schoolchildren Got Their French Toast Sticks Back

Mayor Adams faced backlash over popular menu items cut from NYC schools.
Students successfully lobbied for the return of French toast sticks at NYC public schools. [ more ]
The Nation
3 months ago
Social justice

How Students in Seattle Got More School Counselors-Paid for by the City's Wealthiest Corporations

Seattle Public School social workers and counselors provide vital support to students but are overwhelmed.
A group of students in the Seattle Student Union have successfully advocated for change in their schools. [ more ]
The Nation
3 months ago
Education

How Students in Seattle Got More School Counselors-Paid for by the City's Wealthiest Corporations

Seattle Public School social workers and counselors provide vital support to students but are overwhelmed.
A group of students in the Seattle Student Union have successfully advocated for change in their schools. [ more ]
The Nation
3 months ago
Education

How Students in Seattle Got More School Counselors-Paid for by the City's Wealthiest Corporations

Seattle Public School social workers and counselors provide vital support to students but are overwhelmed.
A group of students in the Seattle Student Union have successfully advocated for change in their schools. [ more ]
Chalkbeat
5 months ago
Education

What's in a name? Students at NYC's largest school for newcomer immigrants push for change

Newcomers High School, located in Long Island City, has seen a significant increase in immigrant student enrollment in recent years.
The school's student government is advocating for a name change, stating that the current name puts a target on immigrant students. [ more ]
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