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New York City
fromChalkbeat
1 week ago

NY budget deal would keep Mamdani in control of NYC schools - and boost funding for needy students

Mayor Zohran Mamdani keeps control of NYC public schools through June 2028 under a two-year extension, while New York increases funding for vulnerable student groups.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Opinion: Why California teachers and schools can't fix low test scores on their own

These numbers look stark, but in context they reveal far more about the conditions California children are growing up in than the quality of classroom instruction. California educates a disproportionate share of children experiencing housing insecurity. A 2024 analysis found that 4% of California students were homeless, with some counties reaching 16%. The California Department of Education reports 230,443 homeless students statewide, a 26% increase over five years that mirrors broader trends in affordability, overcrowding and displacement.
Education
New York City
fromChalkbeat
7 months ago

'One of the biggest challenges': Mamdani campaign vows to prioritize special education

Mamdani prioritizes strengthening special education, recruiting special education teachers, supporting preschoolers and homeless students, and reducing city-funded private placements.
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