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News, analysis, and opinion about K-12 education in New York
Federal
Trump Chooses Anti-Vaccine Activist Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Health Secretary
Kennedy has espoused misinformation around vaccine safety, including pushing a discredited theory that childhood vaccines cause autism.
Student Well-Being
Are Schools Responsible for Students Who Avoid School? A New Lawsuit Says Yes
A class action argues that the New York City schools aren't adequately supporting students with disabilities who are school-avoidant.
Student Well-Being
This District Is Enlisting a Powerful Ally in Preventing Youth Suicide
School nurses are often left out of school district planning on mental health resources. But they can serve as a front line of support.
Reading & Literacy
How the Largest School District Is Adjusting to the Science of Reading
Shifting practice in New York City, a balanced literacy stronghold, poses special challenges.
Reading & Literacy
Video
Implementing New Reading Materials Is Hard. How This Principal Got Buy-In
A NYC principal explains how she implemented the Wit and Wisdom reading curriculum in her school. The first step was teacher buy-in.
School & District Management
NYC Schools Chancellor David Banks Plans to Resign Amid Federal Investigation
The hand-picked head of the nation鈥檚 largest school district is expected to resign amid a federal corruption investigation.
Law & Courts
Court Revives Asian-American Groups' Challenge to New York City Selective Admissions
New York's program has sought to increase representation of Black and Latino students in its selective high schools.
Mathematics
Video
This Basketball Board Game is Getting Students Engaged in Math
By making math a fun, sports-based game, students of all levels are engaging with the subject.
School Climate & Safety
Video
Active Shooter Drills That Prepare But Don't Traumatize: Advice From Principals
Striking a balance is essential, principals say.
School & District Management
Q&A
Why This K-12 Leader Was 'Incredulous' When Congress Asked Him to Testify
New York City schools Chancellor David Banks' blunt take on appearing before Congress and leading schools in divisive times.
School & District Management
Q&A
How One Principal Stays Connected by Teaching
The head of a Bronx high school took on a class to reconnect after the pandemic.
Ed-Tech Policy
Video
School Cellphone Ban Is Critical for 'Addicted' Students, NYC Chancellor Says
"I see no good reason for the kids to have access to their phones" during the school day, Chancellor David Banks tells EdWeek.
Mathematics
Q&A
A District Is Making a Huge Bet on One Math Curriculum to Improve Achievement
The nation's largest school district has launched a new initiative to address students鈥� gaps in math proficiency.
Classroom Technology
What Drones Are Doing to Deliver Better Student Engagement
Working with drones can motivate students, as well as teach skills like coding, collaboration, and problem-solving.