Affluent NYC parents quickly send their children to schools abroad after the Mamdani election.
Increasing Interest in UK Private Schools Among American Families The dynamics of school enrollment are shifting significantly. After Zoran Mamdani’s election as New York’s mayor last November, Caven Wagstaff noticed a dramatic uptick in inquiries. His business, which helps affluent American families secure spots for their children in elite private schools in England, went into […]
Court decisions alter transgender policies in public schools
Supreme Court’s Decision Reshapes Roles in Education In early March, the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling in Mirabelli v. Bonta marked a significant change in the relationship between the bureaucrats managing public schools and the parents and students they serve. Similar to the Mahmoud v. Taylor case from last year, the court made it clear: parents […]
Legal group warns of a lawsuit against NJ schools regarding gender identity policy
New Jersey School District Faces Legal Threat Over Gender Identity Policy A school district in New Jersey is facing potential legal action unless it reverses a policy that permits schools to keep students’ gender identity information from their parents. This situation may serve as a significant test of the Supreme Court’s recent rulings regarding parental […]
Schools chancellor in NYC enrolled son in prestigious private school recognized for its ties to the Roosevelts
Controversy Surrounding School Choices of Education President Kamal Samuels, the president of the school district, has been known to cut talent programs while simultaneously opting for an elite private school for his own son, who is currently 17. His son attended the Browning School on Park Avenue from 2014 to 2020—an institution that charged about […]
Mayoral candidate Nitha Raman’s views on homeless camps close to schools
Los Angeles Mayoral Candidate Booed Over Homeless Camp Comments Nitya Raman, a candidate for mayor in Los Angeles, faced boos during her speech regarding homeless encampments close to schools. This incident drew attention due to her surprising stance on the issue. A member of the Democratic Socialists of America, she appeared unconcerned when questioned about […]
Santa Rosa City Schools Chief Lisa August earns more than $250K
Leaders of a struggling school district in California are earning significant salaries despite the ongoing issues, as revealed by recent reports. Santa Rosa City Schools, located about an hour north of San Francisco, has top officials earning over $1 million collectively, with the superintendent’s salary exceeding $250,000 annually. Even amidst the crisis, there was no […]
New York requires beauty schools to include curly hair care in their curriculum to combat racial bias.
New York Cosmetology Schools Required to Teach Kinky Hair Management Cosmetology and hairstyling schools in New York will need to start instructing students on managing kinks and frizz if they wish to license their graduates. The New York State Department has rolled out new regulations mandating updated coursework aimed at addressing racial disparities, effective by […]
Pittsburgh schools will switch to remote learning during the NFL Draft in April 2026.
Students in Pittsburgh will be transitioning to remote learning while the NFL Draft takes place in April. Pittsburgh Public Schools (PPS) announced the change, informing staff and students that there will be “asynchronous teaching and learning” from April 22 to 24. This decision comes as the city anticipates a large influx of visitors for the […]
Charters urge removal of the limit as they lead public schools on NYC’s top 100 list for math and reading.
Charter schools are really making a mark. A recent analysis shows that over half of the top 100 schools in New York City, based on state test scores in math and English, are charter schools. This is significant considering that the city’s 285 charter schools account for just 15% of the approximately 1,900 public schools […]
Cesar Chavez controversy shakes schools as educators abandon lessons
California Teachers Urged to Remove References to Cesar Chavez In a surprising turn, teachers in California are being prompted to revise or eliminate mentions of labor leader and alleged child rapist, Cesar Chavez, from their teaching materials. For years, he has been celebrated as a model of “honesty, courage, and determination,” even starting from kindergarten. […]