Education
Policy
Quantifying the remote learning disparity in NYC
Remote attendance data was released for the first time.
Education
Policy
Schools closing again in Brooklyn and Queens
Coronavirus hot spots will face additional restrictions to avoid a wider citywide outbreak.
Education
Policy
School districts still laying off staff amid funding uncertainty
Though the state restored aid payments, schools are still preparing for possible cuts in the future.
Education
Policy
Seats in New York City’s free child care program still not finalized
With the rest of the city’s in-person classes starting next week, challenges remain to prepare providers.
New York City
Politics
Rochester police chief fired and NYC schools delayed again
Rounding up the week’s political news.
Education
Policy
Why NYC Asian American students are opting for remote learning
Families in multigenerational homes and fears of the coronavirus drive choice to stay in virtual classrooms.
Bill de Blasio
Politics
De Blasio’s about-face on reopening schools
A temporary setback could help the mayor in the long run.
Education
Policy
Teacher’s pet: Can Cuomo’s right-hand man save SUNY?
Jim Malatras’ installation is either a power grab – or the university system’s only hope.
New York City
Policy
Why New York City delayed school reopening
A deal between Mayor Bill de Blasio and organized labor avoids a costly political fight.
Education
Policy
Remote learning challenges will likely continue in New York
Students left behind in the spring face the same technology issues this fall.
Education
Policy
Can New York colleges safely bring students back?
New York has more out-of-state students than anywhere. Will reopening be a disaster?
Education
Policy
Reopening schools part-time challenges working parents in New York City
Who is supposed to watch kids when they’re not in school and other logistical questions remain unresolved.
Education
Politics
Remote learning remains the norm for New York’s biggest cities
New York City will be one of the few major school districts to attempt in-person classes.
Education
Policy
Can NYC make outdoor learning work?
Mayor Bill de Blasio may be allowing schools to teach in streets and parks, but it’s unclear how outdoor classes could be set up.
Education
Policy
New York City falls short on special education planning
Plans for schooling in a pandemic is hard, but mistakes with special education can have dire consequences.
New York City
Politics
Malatras to lead SUNY, teachers threaten strike and prepping for a pandemic presidential election
Rounding up the week’s political news.
Education
Policy
7 ways NY students are heading back to school
Each district is trying its own unique way to safely reopen.
Education
Policy
UFT warns of a “debacle” if schools open
The powerful teachers union casts doubt on whether New York City schools will open on time.
Education
Policy
Can NYC schools safely reopen in the fall?
Health experts say major school renovations and more robust coronavirus testing would likely be needed.
New York City
Opinion