Bronx charter students perform well on New York math and reading tests, outpacing public school students by 25%
The Bronx is showing improvement, at least in charter schools. Recent data indicates that students in charter schools located in some of the borough’s most impoverished areas, including the South Bronx, are achieving pass rates of over 90% in certain classrooms for state reading and math exams. These results are significantly better than those of […]
Former AOC youth organizer Iman Abdul caught for encouraging ‘attack’ on Jewish students ‘was raised in luxury,’ says classmate
A self-identified “youth organizer” for Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has allegedly encouraged threats against Jewish students at a Brooklyn high school. This young woman, known as “the biggest cheating,” is a popular figure among her peers, according to a classmate who spoke with the Post. Iman Abdul, a 2016 graduate of Leon M. Goldstein High School, […]
NYS made it easier for certain students to pass the 2025 reading and math exams.
Changes in NYC Standardized Testing Scores Raise Questions City officials have reported financial gains from the 2025 reading and math exams, yet the state has lowered passing standards for some students. The exams, administered to public school students in New York City from third to eighth grade, showed a passing rate of just 57% for […]
Guatemalan man accused after THC gummies make New York middle school students ill
Guatemalan National Released After THC Gummies Incident A Guatemalan man was released on Thursday on his own recognizance after allegedly selling THC-infused gummies that resulted in hospitalizations at a New York middle school back in March. Wilmer Castilo Garcia, 22, faces accusations of endangering children’s safety after twelve students from William Floyd Middle School were […]
Phone records show Kohberger’s calls after the murder of 4 students
Brian Coberger reportedly called his mother several times after the tragic killing of four University of Idaho students with a knife back in November 2022. The first call happened when he crossed into Pullman, Washington, and later, he returned to his apartment and then to the crime scene after sunrise, according to a recent report. […]
Test scores of Success Academy Charter students were almost twice those of their NYC public school counterparts: data
Success Academy Students Outperform Public School Peers in State Exams Recent data shows that students from Success Academy charter schools significantly outperformed their counterparts in New York City public schools on this year’s state exams. The results reveal that the pass rates for students in grades three to seven at Success Academy were twice as […]
Prospective students feel more anxious about applying to top universities during conflicts with Trump
As President Trump navigates the complexities of higher education and international issues, some university applicants are reassessing their choices and adjusting their application approaches. Consultants aiding students in securing spots at prestigious universities report some notable shifts in applicants’ perspectives. These changes seem influenced by funding uncertainties, peer pressures, and varying degrees of reputational allure […]
Several Texas students hurt in school bus accident on the first day of school
Texas School Bus Accident Injures Students On Wednesday, a Texas school bus, carrying over 40 students, rolled over after veering off a rural road on the opening day of classes, resulting in several injuries, according to officials. At least one individual has been reported with life-threatening injuries, while two others have injuries that are potentially […]
Illinois reduces test cut scores, increasing the number of students identified as proficient.
On Wednesday, Illinois education officials approved a modification to the cut scores, which serve as a benchmark for determining proficiency in the state’s standardized testing. This change aims to address ongoing concerns about how students, especially in primary and high schools, are assessed. Previously, many students were deemed more academically prepared for college than they […]
UK Admits It Has Overlooked White Working-Class Students
UK Government Criticizes Support for White Working-Class Students The UK government has labeled the struggles faced by white working-class students as a “national dishonor,” pointing to societal neglect of their needs. Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson acknowledged that many of these children feel “depreciated” and mentioned plans to release strategies this fall aimed at improving the […]