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Principals, teachers unions endorse Stringer

In a city where the mayor stands in charge of the public school system, it certainly helps to have the endorsement of teachers and principals alike. And one mayoral hopeful picked up major nods from unions involving both. more

By ROSE BRENNAN | 4/25/21

In years past, the Con Edison MoMathlon has taken place at the ConEdison building — and even more locally at the Ethical Culture Fieldston School. But this year, students competed remotely thanks to the coronavirus pandemic.

Solving the problem of virtual math competitions

For some middle schoolers, there is nothing more daunting than a math test. But nearly a dozen of them from one Bronx school took one unlike any other last month. And they did so voluntarily. more

By ROSE BRENNAN | 4/25/21

Depending on who the next mayor is, they might call for the repeal of state laws like the Hecht-Calandra Act, which established the specialized high school admissions test. And Assembly education chair Michael Benedetto intends to support them in that endeavor, believing there shouldn’t be state involvement on a policy that only affects the city.

Long road still ahead for specialized high school reform

In addition to all of the other responsibilities that come with the job, New York City’s next mayor will take the reins of the nation’s largest public school system. And that’s nothing to sneeze at, as 1.1 million students depend on the education they get there. more

By ROSE BRENNAN | 4/18/21

Bowman to deliver commencement

Much of his congressional district might be concentrated in the Bronx, but U.S. Rep. Jamaal Bowman represents a slice of Westchester as well. And one of its colleges will welcome him — virtually — for its commencement exercises this May. more

By ROSE BRENNAN | 4/18/21

Although students spent many months not learning in-person at DeWitt Clinton High School, some of them spent that time still making waves — or, more aptly, airwaves. Governor’s Podcast — the product of Clinton’s newest club — is available on most major podcast streaming platforms.

Quiet in class, but speaking up on the airwaves

The past year has felt like a history Regents question come to life for Sky Torres. But there could be a lot less guesswork for that inevitable test question thanks to the endeavors of her fellow classmates at DeWitt Clinton High School. more

By ROSE BRENNAN | 4/18/21

Under the city’s new guidelines, classrooms will still need to quarantine if even one person tests positive for the virus that causes COVID-19. However, the building itself will now only close if there are four or more confirmed cases in the school.

Relaxed coronavirus rules could mean fewer closures

At one time, neither rain nor sleet nor snow nor hail could halt the nation’s postal service — or the operation of its largest public school system. But last year, something beyond inclement weather upended the educational system’s reputation for never closing. more

By ROSE BRENNAN | 4/18/21

The Bronx High School of Science is one of the city’s nine specialized high schools. Although admission is technically open citywide, getting in requires a high score on the Specialized High School Admissions Test. That’s all thanks to a state law known as the Hecht-Calandra Act. And it’s something some potential city leaders would like to make a piece of history.

Mayoral candidates split on role of city’s specialized high schools

There are only nine of them. And they stand at the forefront of academic excellence, as most of them require a standardized test for admission. more

By ROSE BRENNAN | 4/11/21

BedRock Preschool already offers free pre-kindergarten, but could soon welcome even younger children into the program after Mayor Bill de Blasio’s promise to expand the city’s offerings to include 3-year-olds in every school district.

Preschools ready for next fall’s free 3-K expansion

Many parents have longed for the opportunity for their children to see the inside of a classroom for the past year in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. But come September, more of the city’s youngest learners might have the opportunity to do so. more

By ROSE BRENNAN | 4/11/21

Free laptops for IN-Tech students

At a school that focuses on learning and teaching technology, it sure helps to have a laptop computer to do so. And for a few students at IN-Tech Academy, that wish came true. more

By ROSE BRENNAN | 4/11/21

Lehman rakes in millions for STEM

It’s an important institution in the CUNY system, and Lehman College might become a hotspot for science, technology, math and engineering. more

By ROSE BRENNAN | 4/4/21

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