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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Claudine Gay to continue as Harvard faculty member, likely to keep $900K salary

Harvard President Claudine Gay will likely earn nearly $900,000 a year and will continue on as a faculty member at the prestigious Massachusetts' university.

FAFSA: What to know about changes to this year's application for student aid

A new version of the federal student aid application known as the FAFSA is available for the 2024-2025 school year, but only on a limited basis. Here's how it works and some of the key changes.

New FAFSA form launches: What you need to know to apply for financial aid

After months of delays and setbacks, the long-awaited simplified free application for federal student aid is finally available, but many families are finding that filling out the new form is anything but simple.