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Principal of NYC school that faced turmoil over rampant antisemitism is being removed, replaced with Muslim educator
The principal of a Brooklyn high school plagued by a gang of Hitler-loving youths and acts of antisemitism is being removed and replaced with a Muslim educator, The Post has learned. Dara Kammerman’s departure as interim principal of Origins High School comes six months after The Post exposed complaints that she had failed to stem outbursts against Jewish and LBGTQ students and teachers. Kammerman sent an email to the school community on Monday saying she will be “stepping down” after working 11 years at the Sheepshead Bay school. She made no mention of the turmoil, calling Origins “beautifully diverse” and...
Jewish families, school staff call on NYC to ban keffiyehs in schools: Symbol of ‘hate’
Some Jewish students, parents and staffers are demanding the city ban Middle Eastern scarves in NYC public schools because they see them as a symbol of “hate and violence.” Members of the group New York United in Fighting Antisemitism are urging others to send an email to Mayor Adams, schools Chancellor David Banks and United Federation of Teachers President Michael Mulgrew to ban the keffiyehs, which they said are “intimidating and frightening” to Jews. “The keffiyehs worn in school and at school events are not merely cultural garments, they have been adopted as symbols in response to the slaughter of Jews on...
Parents, educators beg NYC to allow shorter days for tots starting 3-K, pre-K: ‘Cruel and abusive’
A rule that bans shortened days and staggered schedules for tots starting 3-K and pre-K and forces them to be in school six hours a day is “cruel and abusive,” according to some parents and educators. Notices from the city Department of Education this month informed administrators that little ones — some of whom are not even 3 years old — must take part in full school days beginning with the first day of classes, which start Sept. 5. “Please ensure that the year begins with full days of school (no staggered schedules) to support working families and others,” the Aug....
NYC developing tool to help students gauge chance of admission to select public high schools, report says
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — The New York City Department of Education (DOE) is developing a tool that could help high school applicants gauge their chance of admission when applying to competitive public schools, according to a recent report. The new tool — which is being developed through a partnership...
Thousands of Brooklyn families desperate for help as afterschool programs lose state funding
With just weeks until the start of school, families in southern Brooklyn are scrambling to find free after-school options, after the state unceremoniously pulled funding from multiple neighborhood programs. Now, elected officials are sounding the alarm at least 1,300 students across about a dozen public schools may be left with no alternatives. “We’ve received a deluge of panicked calls from ...
New administrators welcomed to Hicksville schools
Hicksville Public Schools welcomed three new administrators, Dr. Catherine Carella-Dean, ELA, reading and library supervisor, Dr. Teresa McGrath, interim science, social studies, home and careers supervisor and Christopher Uccellini, principal at Lee Avenue Elementary School for the 2024-25 school year. The three each bring unique experiences to their roles that will support the academic, social and emotional needs of the Hicksville students.
Some NYC preschools continue part-time programming on first day, despite new rule
Sign up for Chalkbeat New York’s free daily newsletter to keep up with NYC’s public schools.Last school year, New York City officials issued a new rule for preschools to help working families. Instead of beginning with limited hours to ease students in, they should offer full-day programming on day one.But a year after those new rules were supposed to take effect, many providers are still defaulting to the phased-in approach, arguing that it is more appropriate to slowly introduce children, who are as young as 2, into a new environment. Others said they were unaware of the change, which was...
New York City Schools Release 2023-24 Grades 3-8 State Test Scores
NYC Public Schools (NYCPS) today released the New York State test score data for grades 3 through 8 from the 2023-24 school year and citywide screener data from grades K-2. Though New York State has thus far only provided rounded percentages, NYCPS’s analysis shows that math scores were up by 3.5 points, increasing from 49.9 percent proficient in 2023 to 53.4 percent in 2024. Comparatively, New York State saw math scores increase by 1.7 points. NYCPS math proficiency rates now surpass those for the state. Additionally, math screener data for grades K-2 shows a 0.7 point increase across all three grades.
A newspaper in every high school
Read all about it — the City Council last week passed, by voice vote, a nonbinding resolution calling on the city Department of Education to fund a student newspaper in every high school. We hope the DOE pays heed. Aside from the fact that the city, nation and world...
East Meadow School District sparks safety with Bowling Green students
Members of the East Meadow Fire Department hosted an engaging and educational presentation for students last month in the East Meadow School District’s Extended School Year program. This program provides additional educational opportunities for students with special needs beyond the regular school year, ensuring continuous learning and support during the summer months.
Bronx community leaders tackle rising school supply costs with local drives
While kids may be dreading the upcoming school year for the usual reasons, some parents are grappling with a different kind of stress, financial pressure. With the rising cost of both after-school childcare and school supplies, many families find this time of year especially challenging. In response, the community has rallied to fill this gap and ensure every student is prepared for success in the classroom.
Town honors Hicksville School Board president
The Town of Oyster Bay recently honored outgoing Hicksville School Board President Phil Heckler, who retired in June after 12 years of exemplary service to the district. He led the district with honor and distinction, serving first as a Trustee, then as Board President. Phil is a proud veteran who...
Junior varsity hockey team captures Islanders high school crown
The Rockville Centre/East Rockaway/Hewlett Cyclones junior varsity ice hockey team clinched the New York Islanders High School Hockey League Championship following a season marked by intense competition and steady progress. The team, made up of 13- to 15-year-old players, pulled off a dominant playoff run, defying expectations as underdogs. Sponsored...
Northeast College gets final approval for Long Island DC program
The Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) has officially approved Northeast College of Health Sciences’ second branch of its doctor of chiropractic program at its new Long Island campus. According to a Northeast College press release, this is the final official approval required for Northeast College to officially welcome its...
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