New York City students won't have traditional snow days this year. Instead, they'll switch to remote learning when bad weather hits. The city's Department of Education is sticking with this plan, even though it faced issues earlier this year. Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos announced this at a meeting in Manhattan. Some parents aren't happy about this change....
Imagine starting school and your bus doesn't show up on time. That's what many students in Boston have been facing. City councilors Ed Flynn and Erin Murphy are tired of seeing kids wait for late buses, so they've asked the state to investigate. They say the problem started right away when only a third of buses were on time. Two weeks later, it's still happening. A ...
The Fairfax County Public Schools' budget has seen a significant increase from fiscal 2020 to fiscal 2025, jumping from $3 billion to $3.7 billion. However, this increased expenditure has not translated to improved educational outcomes for students. In fact, the district's performance and student test scores have been steadily declining. The situation raises question...
The latest test scores for grades 3-8 in New York have shed light on the alarming state of the public education system. The results are a stark reminder of the struggles that students, parents, and educators are facing. According to the data, fewer than half of all students statewide scored grade-level-proficient or better in English and math, with the numbers being ...
As the new school year begins, the Chicago Board of Education is facing a plethora of challenges, and at the center of it all is the question of leadership. The district's CEO, Pedro Martinez, is under fire from the teachers union and parents, who are demanding change. But is Martinez the problem, or is it a symptom of a larger issue? The tension was palpable at the...
The recent directive issued by Oklahoma's State Superintendent Ryan Walters ordering the inclusion of the Bible in lessons for grades 5-12 has sparked widespread controversy. While Walters claims that the Bible is an "indispensable historical and cultural touchstone," critics argue that it is a clear violation of the U.S. Constitution's Establishment Clause. But let...
The age-old debate about displaying the Ten Commandments in schools has once again ignited a fiery conversation. David Herlich recently wrote that Louisiana's decision to display the commandments in schools is an attempt to convert every student to Christianity. But, is that really the case? Let's dive deeper. Firstly, it's essential to understand that the Ten Comma...
Boston City Councilors Edward Flynn and Erin Murphy have issued a rallying cry for the state to intervene in the city's beleaguered school bus system, which has been plagued by chronic lateness. This crisis is not just a minor inconvenience; it's a significant obstacle to achieving educational goals and ensuring equitable access to opportunities for all students. Bu...
The municipal bond market has a secret gem that could provide a significant return for investors. Charter school bonds, a small but growing segment of the education muni bond landscape, are offering yields that are hard to resist. With a tax-equivalent yield of nearly 8% for those in the highest tax bracket, these bonds are an attractive option for investors looking ...
Mayor Michelle Wu has announced the continuation of BPS Sundays, a program offering free admission to six popular Boston museums and zoos for BPS students and their families. This extension, which will run through the end of the year, comes after a successful pilot program that saw over 36,000 students and families take advantage of the offer. But is this a win for ...