New report identifies $2 million in fraud, widespread corruption in NYC public schools
The Special Commissioner of Investigation for the New York City School District (SCI) released the office’s 2025 Annual…
After-school hair club fosters girls’ self-confidence
When the school day ends, the learning at P.S. 171 in East Harlem continues. In a classroom at…
CUNY Grads Face Shortage of Entry-Level Jobs in NYC
The City University of New York—the nation’s largest urban public university system—has made steady progress toward boosting completion…
Manhattan students ‘devastated’ about closing Catholic schools
Students at a Manhattan Catholic elementary school were “devastated” to learn that their institution is one of three…
Dylan Lopez Contreras, NYC high school student, released after 10 months in ICE detention
Dylan Lopez Contreras, the first known New York City student detained by federal immigration authorities as part of…
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Trump admin restarts deportation process against Columbia student Mohsen Mahdawi
The Trump administration has restarted efforts to deport Columbia University graduate student and Palestinian activist Mohsen Mahdawi after…
Catholic Schools in the Archdiocese of New York Continue Renewal, Announce Key Changes
Strengthening School Infrastructure: Planned capital investments will ensure schools remain safe, welcoming, and well-equipped centers of learning and…
Eagle Academy of the Bronx wins PSAL basketball championship
This past week was a big one for high school basketball in the city, with the Eagle Academy…
BHA Annual Meeting Features Rep. Velazquez, Awards, and Local Issues
The photo (courtesy of and © Andrew Porter) shows, from left to right, Brooklyn Heights Association President Jeremy Lechtzin, BHA Executive…
Newburgh city school district hosts safety, security forum
The Newburgh Enlarged City School District is hosting community conversations as a part of a dialogue between parents,…
One Upper West Side school was saved after a hot mic flap. Now parents want their schools saved too
After shelving a plan to shutter an Upper West Side middle school in the wake of a racially-charged…