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1 week agoNYC public schools are closed on Monday: What you need to know
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. - New York City public schools are closed on Monday to observe a holiday. Schools are closed to observe Diwali, the annual festival of lights and one of the major events celebrated by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs and Buddhists. It is observed in October or November as designated by the Indian calendar. Diwali was officially declared a public school holiday in 2023.
Education
New York City
fromChalkbeat
2 weeks agoWant to be a teacher in NYC? Mamdani says he'll subsidize your tuition if you commit 3 years.
Zohran Mamdani offers tuition assistance to prospective educators for three-year NYC public school commitments to hire about 1,000 teachers annually and reduce class sizes.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Family
3 weeks agoDeputy Chancellor Christina Foti Wants Education to Be Accessible for Everyone - New York Family
DIAL centers students with disabilities and multilingual learners to create inclusive, accessible learning environments and improve equitable access across New York City public schools.
fromsilive
1 month agoHere's why NYC public schools are closed one day this week
Yom Kippur is the holiest day in Judaism, and it is often referred to as the Day of Atonement. It's a reflective holiday focused on repentance, forgiveness and spiritual renewal. It marks the culmination of the Ten Days of Repentance, which began with Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. It begins at sunset on Wednesday, Oct. 1, and ends at nightfall on Thursday, Oct. 2.
Education
New York City
fromChalkbeat
1 month agoNYC educators are pushing the joys of 'distraction-free' schools over fears of 'cellphone ban'
Bell-to-bell cellphone bans in NYC high schools increased student socializing, improved focus, and reduced bullying while adults adapt language and supports for emotional needs.
fromwww.amny.com
3 months agoNYC public school funding: Pols and advocates rally at Tweed Courthouse to condemn federal cuts in Trump's Big Beautiful Bill' | amNewYork
Comptroller Brad Lander condemned federal cuts to education during a rally, stressing the negative impact of Trump's new law on public school funding in NYC.
US politics
fromChalkbeat
3 months agoReal progress or noise: As scores inch up, is NYC's reading curriculum overhaul working?
Experts caution that while the reported increases in reading scores are notable, the short assessments should be interpreted carefully, as they may not fully capture overall literacy improvements.
Education
fromLIC Post
4 months agoLong Island City principal arrested for allegedly groping two teachers over the course of a year: NYPD - LIC Post
William Bassell, 66, was arrested for allegedly fondling two of his teachers at the Academy of American Studies, facing multiple charges of sexual abuse.
NYC parents
NYC parents
fromPlaybill
5 months agoOver 450 NYC Public School Students Made Their Broadway Debuts in the 20th Annual Broadway Junior Student Celebration
Over 450 NYC public school students showcased their talent in Broadway Junior Student Celebration, marking a significant milestone in their theater education.
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