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Oakland teachers union opposes school mergers, says district budget not as dire as projected

The Oakland school district is considering merging schools to address a $78 million budget deficit, but parents oppose the plan.

Petitions launched in campaign to stop school merger

Concerns arise over the merger of three schools due to fears about educational quality and inadequate consultation time.

Oakland teachers union opposes school mergers, says district budget not as dire as projected

The Oakland school district is considering merging schools to address a $78 million budget deficit, but parents oppose the plan.

Petitions launched in campaign to stop school merger

Concerns arise over the merger of three schools due to fears about educational quality and inadequate consultation time.
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Longfellow school rebuild may not be complete until summer 2027

Longfellow Middle School's reconstruction will take three years and cost $68 million due to unforeseen issues and necessary seismic upgrades.

Angry parents 'betrayed' over plans for 5G station at Sydenham school

Parents of Sydenham School oppose antenna installation, highlighting concerns over transparency and potential disruption to students.
Lewisham Council's planning department accepted a development application that may not align with local sentiment.
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NYC public school students can forget about snow days again this year with remote learning plan

New York City students will not have snow days this winter; instead, remote learning will continue despite previous technical issues.

Frustration and anxiety brewing as SFUSD delays release of school closure list

The San Francisco Unified School District is delaying the announcement of school closures to ensure a thorough review, causing anxiety among families.

NYC public school students can forget about snow days again this year with remote learning plan

New York City students will not have snow days this winter; instead, remote learning will continue despite previous technical issues.

Frustration and anxiety brewing as SFUSD delays release of school closure list

The San Francisco Unified School District is delaying the announcement of school closures to ensure a thorough review, causing anxiety among families.
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#mental-health

Why some Florida parents are pushing back against school cellphone bans

Broward County's cellphone ban in schools faces resistance from parents concerned about communication and mental health impacts.

Wexford councillor slams SPHE teaching on masturbation - 'it's about time some of this woke rubbish was called out'

Aontú councillor critiques teaching masturbation in schools, advocating for government action against youth access to pornography instead.

Why some Florida parents are pushing back against school cellphone bans

Broward County's cellphone ban in schools faces resistance from parents concerned about communication and mental health impacts.

Wexford councillor slams SPHE teaching on masturbation - 'it's about time some of this woke rubbish was called out'

Aontú councillor critiques teaching masturbation in schools, advocating for government action against youth access to pornography instead.
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Parents at posh NYC private school left reeling by molestation charges against ex-baseball coach: 'We're all shocked'

Parents at Packer Collegiate Institute are outraged and shocked over allegations against former baseball coach Nicolas Morton, raising concerns about oversight and trust.

Brooklyn parents upset over loss in funding for free after-school programs

Parents in southern Brooklyn seek free after-school options due to funding cuts, facing significant financial burdens without state support.

Parents at posh NYC private school left reeling by molestation charges against ex-baseball coach: 'We're all shocked'

Parents at Packer Collegiate Institute are outraged and shocked over allegations against former baseball coach Nicolas Morton, raising concerns about oversight and trust.

Brooklyn parents upset over loss in funding for free after-school programs

Parents in southern Brooklyn seek free after-school options due to funding cuts, facing significant financial burdens without state support.
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Parents say Texas elementary school dosed kids with 'sleepy stickers'

A Texas school is under investigation for allegedly administering sleep aids to pre-K students, resulting in teacher removals.
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New Jersey elementary school closed after mold found in classrooms. Parents left scrambling to start the year.

Mold discovery at a local elementary school has led to student relocations and ongoing remediation efforts, impacting families significantly.

Superintendent put on leave as state begins 'extraordinary audit'

Superintendent Ayinde Rudolph's short-term leave follows the announcement of a state audit investigating spending in the Mountain View Whisman School District.

New Jersey elementary school closed after mold found in classrooms. Parents left scrambling to start the year.

Mold discovery at a local elementary school has led to student relocations and ongoing remediation efforts, impacting families significantly.

Superintendent put on leave as state begins 'extraordinary audit'

Superintendent Ayinde Rudolph's short-term leave follows the announcement of a state audit investigating spending in the Mountain View Whisman School District.
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How 5 readers have been impacted by school bus delays

Boston Public School transportation has faced significant delays this year, impacting student safety and causing stress for families.

Parents and teachers' fury over 'unfit for purpose' new site for sixth formers

Parents and teachers protested against the inadequate preparation for sixth form students relocating to a primary school due to special educational needs demands.

Parents value clear communication about college cost: survey

Parents prioritize cost and debt when choosing a college for their children.

150 Stoughton students not given spots on school buses for the year, superintendent says

Over 100 Stoughton students were denied bus transportation this school year, causing frustration among families who rely on school buses for their children's commute.

Bay Area school to close indefinitely after dry rot discovery

Hundreds of Berkeley middle-school students temporarily relocated due to structural issues at Longfellow Middle School.

Parents concerned about Bay Area school district's approach to ethnic studies

The introduction of an ethnic studies course in a high-ranking Bay Area school district is met with concerns from parents about potential division among students.

Majority of parents want ban on smartphones for children under 16

83% of parents feel smartphones are harmful to children
58% of parents support a ban on smartphones for under-16s

Is there a fight club problem at Fresno schools? Social media video posts outrage parents

Parents are concerned about a violent Instagram account featuring elementary school children fighting.
The school principal has brushed off concerns, claiming the fights were just play.
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