Bronx
Credits As Collateral: Schools Withhold Records If Debts Unpaid
Helen Zelon |
Some students transferring to public school arrive with no educational records because a private or parochial school has withheld them until tuition debts are paid.
Education
The Election's Over. So Let's Talk Issues
Jarrett Murphy |
A look at the policy questions that campaign 2010 didn’t answer
Bronx
Ten Questions for Cathie Black
Helen Zelon |
How would the incoming schools chancellor—or you—score on a quiz covering the system she inherits, her predecessor’s reforms and the steep challenges awaiting her?
Education
The Klein Era: Eight Years, One Legacy
City Limits |
The New York City schools chancellor is stepping down. Here’s a look at some of the battles he stepped into during his time at Tweed.
Economy
Fill In The Blanks: Cuomo's Education Plans Short On Detail
Helen Zelon |
The gubernatorial frontrunner says New York’s schools need to save money, improve performance and address inequality. He hasn’t been specific about how they’re supposed to do that.
Bronx
Charter School, Struggling, Hired Leaders' Kin
Helen Zelon |
After a tough first year, the Equality Charter School brought on two new deans—who happened to be the life partners of two of the school’s administrators. The move raised questions. It also got results.
Bronx
No Sign Of Mayor's Promised Antipoverty 'Zones'
Helen Zelon |
A year ago the mayor said he’d launch Harlem Children’s Zone-style programs in Brooklyn and the Bronx. But as the Obama administration funds a similar initiative, the city has yet to move.
Education
Charter School Favoring Virtual Instruction Pulls Back
City Limits |
A proposed Manhattan charter school with ties to a for-profit company that has family links to a state education official opted not to pursue its application this year.
Education
Pedagogy and Profits: Charter School Bid Raises Questions
Helen Zelon |
One of the 16 proposed charter schools tapped for a final round of consideration has close links to a private company with family ties to a top state education official.
