Student run cafe at Patchogue-Medford High School empowers special needs pupils

A group of special education students on Long Island are learning new career skills as their school is now home to a commercial kitchen which helps them prepare for jobs in the culinary field.

Uncertain future looms for Amityville elementary school as district eyes cuts

There are growing concerns over the possible closure of an elementary school in Amityville, Long Island. The district says their hand may be forced by budget deficits.

New report examines positives, negatives of mayoral control of NYC schools

New York City Mayor Eric Adams defended his control of New York City's public schools on Tuesday, after the release of a nearly 300-page report by the state Education Department on whether mayoral control has been effective.

Veteran Tennessee educator named National Teacher of the Year

Missy Testerman, a 31-year educator who started her school's English as a second language program in rural Tennessee, is this year's National Teacher of the Year.

Transportation woes fuel chronic absenteeism in Yonkers schools: Report

Transportation is one of the leading causes of chronic absenteeism in Yonkers Public Schools, the state’s fourth-largest school district.

US students want financial planning and other life skills education, survey finds

Nearly 1 in 5 recent U.S. graduates said they are the least confident in handling automotive maintenance, such as changing a tire or their oil, according to the survey.

FAFSA error may prolong financial aid delays for applicants

The Department of Education disclosed an error in its evaluation of federal student aid, potentially leading to extended delays for thousands of applicants. 

Riverhead schools plan cuts to staff, class offerings

The Riverhead School District will see significant cuts to class offerings, programs, teaching assistants, and support staff as a result of cutbacks proposed in the administration’s budget for the coming school year.

Texting kids at school: Why teachers say parents should stop

Teachers say you can still reach your child if you have a change in plans or a family emergency: Just contact the front office.