NYC public schools leader acknowledges that the ‘restorative justice’ discipline policy requires improvement, but will continue amidst rising police incidents.
Concerns Over NYC’s Restorative Justice Policies The principal of New York City’s public schools has acknowledged that the Department of Education’s approach to traditional discipline requires improvement. A recent report criticized the effectiveness of its “restorative justice” policy. Despite the setbacks, school leader Melissa Aviles Ramos emphasized a $100 million initiative aimed at adopting a […]
NYC schools approve phone ban policy for the next school year
New York City Schools to Ban Electronic Devices Starting this fall, students in New York City are going to be prohibited from using mobile phones, tablets, and smartwatches during the school day. Approximately 1,600 public schools will each decide how to implement these new policies, which were approved by a city panel with a 14-1 […]
New educational app offers an alternative to public schools
There’s a surge in apps that connect parents to vocational schools, as many are moving away from public education. One such app, edefy, was launched in 2021 by a family with a background in investing in overseas private schools. The app claims to be “inspired by the rapid rise and noticeable results generated by POD/Micro-Schooling.” […]
Gentle discipline policy aimed at restorative justice fails in NYC public schools
Concerns Rise Over NYC’s School Discipline Changes The New York City Department of Education’s initiative to implement $100 million in “repair justice” instead of strict school discipline has been met with alarming results. This year, reports of violent incidents have surged, doubling to around 4,200, while chronic absenteeism has climbed to a staggering 35%. These […]
Chicago Public Schools to return $1M for improper use of Native American funds
The Chicago Public School District and the Department of Education (ED) have negotiated a contract to reimburse over $1 million. This situation arose when the district inaccurately reported its Indigenous student population while applying for federal grants. Documents acquired show that the ED inspector’s office found the district categorizing South Asian students from countries like […]
Supporters aim to make the Ten Commandments the next Supreme Court examination of religion in schools
State laws requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in public school classrooms are losing legal battles, but supporters remain hopeful about potential Supreme Court challenges. Backers in Louisiana, Arkansas, and Texas aim to escalate their cases to the highest court, despite facing consistent legal defeats, even in traditionally conservative courts. The core of the […]
Lawsuits increase as schools exclude parents from decisions about gender identity
Concerns Over Parental Rights in Schools There’s a growing concern about the practices in some public schools across the country. Many teachers, counselors, and administrators appear to be stepping into deeply personal matters regarding students’ identities while keeping parents uninformed. Increasingly, lawsuits are coming to light that accuse schools of promoting gender transitions for minors […]
Biggest 3D-printed schools in the world provide insights for the US
Qatar’s Innovative Move in Education Infrastructure Qatar is embarking on an ambitious project to enhance its education infrastructure through one of the largest 3D printed construction efforts globally. Spearheaded by UCC Holdings and the Public Works Bureau, the plan includes the construction of 14 public schools, with two of them utilizing advanced 3D printing technology. […]
Experts say Mamdani’s proposal to eliminate mayoral oversight of NYC schools would be a serious error.
Concerns Over Zoran Mamdani’s Educational Policies Education experts are expressing apprehension that the educational agenda of Zoran Mamdani, a socialist candidate for mayor of New York City, might hinder advancements in the nation’s largest school system. Mamdani, the Democratic candidate, seeks to change the way the city’s schools are managed, a system that has been […]
Casey Ryan: The Trump Administration Should Cut Funding to Schools in California
Earlier this month, the Trump administration initiated legal action against California, claiming it jeopardizes female students by ignoring Title IX and allowing biological males to compete in women’s sports. If state officials don’t change their stance, they risk losing federal education funding. On February 5, President Trump issued an executive order regarding Title IX, which […]