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Will NY ban cellphones during school? What we know about possible state law
NY could become the next state to ban cellphone use during the school day, as Gov. Kathy Hochul says it is a negative ...
Chalkbeat on MSN1d
Officials promised all NYC classrooms would get air conditioning. 1 in 5 still lack it.
Almost three years ago, New York City officials declared victory on a major project: outfitting every public school classroom ...
Texas Is Poised to Create a $1 Billion Private School Voucher Program
The Texas House approved the plan, part of a push by President Trump’s allies to offer up to about $10,000 for private school ...
Rep. Elise Stefanik blasts upstate NY school district for ‘defying’ Trump’s order on trans athletes, DEI
Rep. Elise Stefanik slammed a school district on her turf for defying President Trump’s orders banning transgender athletes ...
North Country regents to NY schools: Don’t change your lesson plan (Guest Opinion)
Schools must resist Trump's orders. “Any bending ... will surrender the state’s constitutional authority over our schools and ...
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NYC commits $167 million to shore up early childhood education system amid federal threats
K, the city’s free preschool program for 3-year-olds, and $55 million to help address a chronic shortage of seats for ...
NYC is hiring public school teachers: Here’s how to apply
New York City is hiring public school teachers for the 2025-2026 school year and it’s easy for certified educators to apply.
Leaving the U.S. for College or Grad School? Tell Us More.
The New York Times is looking to hear from students who are considering attending schools abroad because of Trump ...
NYC Mayor Adams planning to reverse proposed cuts to 3-K, early childhood education
Mayor Adams, who has faced sharp crticism over his handling of 3-K, is expected to announce Wednesday that he is backing away ...
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New York takes another step toward full 'bell to bell' school cellphone ban
NY could become the next state to ban cellphone use during the school day, as Gov. Kathy Hochul says it is a negative ...
New York City public schools face historic crisis amid federal, state and municipal attacks
New York City’s public education system is facing an impending crisis as federal, state, and local budget cuts converge with ...
When do NYC public school students return from spring break?
Schools are closed for spring recess from Monday, April 14, through Friday, April 18, according to the New York City Department of Education academic calendar. This gives students nine full days off ...