Supreme Court upholds admissions policy at elite Virginia high school
The Supreme Court on Tuesday left in place the admissions policy at an elite public high school in Virginia that some parents claimed discriminates against highly qualified Asian Americans.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday left in place the admissions policy at an elite public high school in Virginia that some parents claimed discriminates against highly qualified Asian Americans.
Amityville School District announces dozens of layoffs due to budget deficit
Facing a multimillion dollar budget deficit, the Amityville School Board has announced that it will lay off nearly 50 teachers and staff.
Facing a multimillion dollar budget deficit, the Amityville School Board has announced that it will lay off nearly 50 teachers and staff.
NYC high school established as health care career starter, opens fall 2025
Interested middle school students who start their freshman year in 2025 are encouraged to apply for Northwell School of Health Sciences in Woodside, set to open its doors next year.
Interested middle school students who start their freshman year in 2025 are encouraged to apply for Northwell School of Health Sciences in Woodside, set to open its doors next year.
NYC public schools remote learning experiencing tech issues during snow storm
NYC public schools have shifted to remote learning for the day to stay on pace--they are currently experiencing ongoing technical issues with login.
NYC public schools have shifted to remote learning for the day to stay on pace--they are currently experiencing ongoing technical issues with login.
Brooklyn Public Library launches 'Browse the Branches' challenge
In light of recent budget cuts, the Brooklyn Public Library has launched a new initiative called "Browse the Branches" to encourage New Yorkers to explore all 62 of its branches throughout the year.
In light of recent budget cuts, the Brooklyn Public Library has launched a new initiative called "Browse the Branches" to encourage New Yorkers to explore all 62 of its branches throughout the year.
Roosevelt High School introduces construction program on Long Island
More than 20 students are now enrolled in Roosevelt High School’s first construction program on Long Island.
More than 20 students are now enrolled in Roosevelt High School’s first construction program on Long Island.
Department of Education delays FAFSA info release to schools until March
The Department of Education says schools won't receive any FAFSA applicant information until March.
The Department of Education says schools won't receive any FAFSA applicant information until March.
Nassau County twins make history as high school valedictorian and salutatorian
Devon and Dylan Lee have been named valedictorian and salutatorian at Herricks High School in Nassau County, the first set of twins to receive such an honor in the school's history.
Devon and Dylan Lee have been named valedictorian and salutatorian at Herricks High School in Nassau County, the first set of twins to receive such an honor in the school's history.
New York schools using surveillance tech to catch students vaping
Schools all across New York are using surveillance equipment to crack down on students using electronic cigarettes.
Schools all across New York are using surveillance equipment to crack down on students using electronic cigarettes.
Which US states still require students to learn cursive handwriting?
Cursive has been making a comeback in U.S. classrooms, with research showing its benefits for learning. But not everyone supports its instruction in an increasingly digital age with an already-full curriculum.
Cursive has been making a comeback in U.S. classrooms, with research showing its benefits for learning. But not everyone supports its instruction in an increasingly digital age with an already-full curriculum.
More than 200 teachers must pay back bonuses they accidentally received from school
Charlotte teachers mistakenly received bonus payments after a payroll error by the school district.
Charlotte teachers mistakenly received bonus payments after a payroll error by the school district.
Ohio lawmakers propose paying students to attend school and graduate
A proposed bill would give students between $250 and $750 for graduating high school.
A proposed bill would give students between $250 and $750 for graduating high school.
Biden cancels student loan debt for another 74K borrowers
Of the 74,000 borrowers approved for relief Friday, the administration said nearly 44,000 of them are teachers, nurses, firefighters and others with public service careers.
Of the 74,000 borrowers approved for relief Friday, the administration said nearly 44,000 of them are teachers, nurses, firefighters and others with public service careers.
Sonic is honoring teachers with free food and drinks this week
According to the fast-food giant, educators can enjoy the special offer each day from Jan. 16-19.
According to the fast-food giant, educators can enjoy the special offer each day from Jan. 16-19.
Student loan forgiveness: Some Americans will get loans canceled in February — here's who qualifies
The Biden administration will start canceling student loans for some borrowers next month as part of a new repayment plan that's taking effect ahead of schedule. Here's who is eligible.
The Biden administration will start canceling student loans for some borrowers next month as part of a new repayment plan that's taking effect ahead of schedule. Here's who is eligible.
Seton Hall hosts New Jersey's first Higher Education Mental Health Summit
The organizers behind the Higher Education Mental Health Summit say suicidal ideation is at an all-time high among young people.
The organizers behind the Higher Education Mental Health Summit say suicidal ideation is at an all-time high among young people.
New York governor pushes for overhaul of reading education as test scores lag
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul says she will push for schools to reemphasize phonics in literacy education programs, a potential overhaul that comes as many states are revamping curriculums amid low reading scores.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul says she will push for schools to reemphasize phonics in literacy education programs, a potential overhaul that comes as many states are revamping curriculums amid low reading scores.
Our Lady of Mercy Academy on Long Island to close in June
Our Lady of Mercy Academy in Syosset, which has been educating girls since 1928, announced Tuesday that it was permanently closing at the end of the school year.
Our Lady of Mercy Academy in Syosset, which has been educating girls since 1928, announced Tuesday that it was permanently closing at the end of the school year.
Many college grads struggle to land jobs due to a lack of preparedness, study finds
Recent college graduates are failing at job interviews, according to a new study.
Recent college graduates are failing at job interviews, according to a new study.
New Jersey mandates grief education in schools
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has signed a bill into law that now requires public and private schools in the state to teach about grief in health class starting in the eighth grade.
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has signed a bill into law that now requires public and private schools in the state to teach about grief in health class starting in the eighth grade.