Education Reporting in NYC
Neighborhood: Hamilton Heights, Manhattan Middle School: M.S. 322 in Inwood, Manhattan High Schools: Manhattan Business Academy (9th Grade), High School for Health Professions and Human Services (10th Grade onwards) It took …
Read MoreNeighborhood: Stapleton, Staten Island Current School: New Dorp High School, New Dorp, Staten Island First Choice: New Dorp High School, New Dorp, Staten Island The Torres sisters were one and two years …
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“In the Dominican Republic, two plus two equals four,” said a sophomore in the Bronx’s International Community High School for brand new immigrant kids. “Here, you have to explain why it’s four.”
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When the Harlem Children’s Zone opened a charter school in a housing project, it set out to raise test scores. While grades haven’t improved dramatically, the school has helped to create a community and is slowly changing the culture of the neighborhood.
Read MoreShould children be tested for their ability to show self-control, empathy and joy? The New York Times reports that nine school districts in California have begun quietly evaluating students’ social …
Read MorePresident Barak Obama’s pick for Education Secretary paid tribute to New York city public school teachers at his Senate confirmation hearing on Thursday. Dr. John King, Jr. said two New …
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Undocumented immigrants in New York state may soon qualify to become teachers, according to the New York State Board of Regents. The board voted on Wednesday that it allow certain undocumented …
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