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Blakeman Blasts Hochul Over NY School Rankings, Pitches STEM Overhaul in Bronx

N.Y. State Education Department — Statewide School Policy Headquarters. Bruce Blakeman stood in the Bronx and told voters that New York's public schools are failing despite spending more per student than any other state in the country. The Nassau County executive and Republican gubernatorial nominee said New York students' test scores have declined during Governor Kathy Hochul's five years in office, calling the situation unacceptable and vowing to make science, technology, engineering and math the backbone of the state's curriculum if elected.

New York · 19d

The City Reporter

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Scholarship Delays Hit Recently Expanded CUNY Community College Program

A couple hundred CUNY community college students who were due to receive critical state financial aid got an email last week saying their funds would be delayed until further notice, just as officials expanded the affected scholarship program. The scholarship funding is the state component of the CUNY Reconnect Program, which offers opportunities for adult […] The post Scholarship Delays Hit Recently Expanded CUNY Community College Program appeared first on The City Reporter .

New York, NY · 23d

Newsweek

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New York’s Teacher Shortage Needs a Bigger Talent Pool | Opinion

When schools cannot recruit or retain capable educators, children risk losing consistent instruction, argues Katie Warnock.

New York · 29d

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Governor Hochul Supports Disenrolled Howard Students through CUNY and SUNY

As of July 2026, more than 500 students were disenrolled from Howard University in Washington D.C. due to unmet financial deadlines. Incoming freshmen were notified about their situation, leaving many facing uncertainty about where they would attend college. Governor Kathy Hochul has offered support to these students by encouraging them...

New York · 27d

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Exclusive: Long Island schools fail test of lockdown drill compliance

Classroom intercoms crackle a declaration that the school building is in lockdown, halting scholastics as teachers pull anyone in the halls into rooms, lock doors, close blinds, shut lights, and quietly hunker students down. “Lockdown, lockdown, lockdown!” the principal announces. Then, everyone waits. And waits. Then they wait some...

Nassau County, NY · 10-05

Times Telegram

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8 New York colleges that offer best value in America

As high school students in the Class of 2027 begin narrowing down their college choices ahead of application season, many New York families are looking for schools that offer the best value — balancing affordability with strong career outcomes. College costs remain a major concern. Since 2005, tuition has increased 93% nationwide, outpacing inflation by 41%, according to the Education Data Initiative. Here is what to know: While public colleges are generally less expensive than private institutions, tuition alone doesn't determine a school's value. Graduation rates, future earnings, financial aid and career opportunities also play a major role, according to SmartAsset, a financial technology company. The Education Data Initiative reports that the average tuition at a public four-year college was $10,340 during the 2025-26 academic year, compared with $39,307 at private universities. With student loan repayment resuming and the job market remaining a key consideration, many prospective students are weighing return on investment more carefully than ever. A new SmartAsset analysis ranked the best-value public colleges and universities in the country, and eight New York schools landed in the top 50. Here's which New York colleges made the list. New York has the nation's largest public university systems New York

New York · 09-30

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New York moves toward single high school diploma in 2028

• Adoption of the New York State Portrait of a Graduate. • Sunsetting separate diploma assessment requirements. Students in Hewlett-Woodmere and Lawrence could face significantly different graduation requirements beginning in 2028 as New York state moves forward with a plan to change the role of Regents exams and establish a single state high school diploma.

New York · 10-02

Utica Observer-Dispatch

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8 New York colleges that offer some of best value in America

As high school students in the Class of 2027 begin narrowing down their college choices ahead of application season, many New York families are looking for schools that offer the best value — balancing affordability with strong career outcomes. College costs remain a major concern. Since 2005, tuition has increased 93% nationwide, outpacing inflation by 41%, according to the Education Data Initiative. Here is what to know: While public colleges are generally less expensive than private institutions, tuition alone doesn't determine a school's value. Graduation rates, future earnings, financial aid and career opportunities also play a major role, according to SmartAsset, a financial technology company. The Education Data Initiative reports that the average tuition at a public four-year college was $10,340 during the 2025-26 academic year, compared with $39,307 at private universities. With student loan repayment resuming and the job market remaining a key consideration, many prospective students are weighing return on investment more carefully than ever. A new SmartAsset analysis ranked the best-value public colleges and universities in the country, and eight New York schools landed in the top 50. Here's which New York colleges made the list. New York has the nation's largest public university systems New York

New York · 09-30

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Pelham Memorial High School Students Represent New York State at AI Policy Meeting

Artificial Intelligence is one of the defining technologies of today and many questions remain about how to manage the development and proliferation of such impactful digital tools. This summer, two Pelham Memorial High School students convened with peers from across the country as the sole representatives from New York as part of a legislative body seeking to define the relationship between AI and education through policy.

New York · 09-30

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100 Best Colleges In The US Include A Dozen In New York State

Over a dozen New York State colleges and universities ranked in the top 100 national universities according to the U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges list.

New York · 09-25

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100 Best Colleges In The US Include A Dozen In New York State

Over a dozen New York State colleges and universities ranked in the top 100 national universities according to the U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges list.

New York · 09-25

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Best colleges in New York

Choosing a college is one of the most important decisions a person will make for their education, impacting everything from future earnings and employment to potential student loan debt and social circles. While every student wants to get the best education they possibly can, there are myriad considerations to take...

New York · 09-25

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100 Best Colleges In The US Include A Dozen In New York State

Over a dozen New York State colleges and universities ranked in the top 100 national universities according to the U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges list.

New York · 09-24

CNY News

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100 Best Colleges In The US Include A Dozen In New York State

Over a dozen New York State colleges and universities ranked in the top 100 national universities according to the U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges list.

New York · 09-24

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Manhasset students earn New York State Thespians leadership roles

Two Manhasset High School students have been selected for leadership positions with the New York State Thespians, recognizing their involvement in theater arts, leadership and service to the performing arts community. Regina McLean, a senior at Manhasset High School, has been appointed Junior Thespian Officer and will serve on the...

Manhasset, NY · 09-21

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New York high school football team ends 28-game losing streak with only 16 players

Sometimes as a high school football team, you have to go out and face your opponent undermanned due to injuries. For one New York high school football team, however, they had to reach their state’s minimum roster requirements to even take the field, according to a NewsDay report. [ $19.99 gets you a FULL year of On3 | Rivals national coverage ] Per the outlet, Cedarhurst (N.Y.) Lawrence was able to pull together 16 total players, the amount needed to take the field per state rules, and snapped a 28-game losing streak in a 38-36 victory over Oyster Bay (N.Y.) to kickoff their 2026 high school f...

Cedarhurst, NY · 09-17

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Long Island School Lead Tests Raise Questions About Scope, Threshold and Plumbing

Lead was detected above New York’s school drinking-water action level at fixtures in dozens of Long Island school districts, according to accounts based on New York Department of Health records. The findings cover Nassau and Suffolk counties, but the exact district total varies by account: PIX11 reported nearly 40 Suffolk districts and more than 20 Nassau districts, while the Citizens Campaign for the Environment reported slightly higher figures.

New York · 09-18

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Berry Hill teacher named Art Educator of the Year

Lori-Ann Pizzarelli, Art Teacher at Berry Hill Elementary School in the Syosset Central School District, has been named the 2025 Region 9 Art Educator of the Year by the New York State Art Teachers Association (NYSATA). The regional award recognizes one outstanding art educator in each of NYSATA’s 10 regions...

Syosset, NY · 09-18

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As Hochul weighs opting in to tax credit, teachers unions and school choice advocates vie for her ear

Opposing sides of the fight over an optional federal school choice tax credit are doubling down on as Gov. Kathy Hochul weighs whether to officially participate in the first-of-its-kind program. Opponents led by the New York City and state teachers unions rallied in Manhattan Wednesday urging the governor to reject the program. Meanwhile, supporters including charter school advocates sent a letter to Hochul imploring her to make support she signaled in May official.

New York · 09-16

New York Post

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The end of Regents exams: Letters to the Editor — Sept. 17, 2026

The Issue: The State Board of Regents’ decision to end the exam requirement for a high school diploma. The New York Board of Regents has determined that passing the Regents will no longer be required to earn a high school diploma ( “Ending required Regents,” Sept. 15). This is a retrograde step. The exams may not be a perfect predictor of later performance, but at least they were an objective measure of achievement. They demanded great accountability from teachers and fostered a modicum of academic respect for the diploma. Now that the basic safeguard has been removed, expect graduation rates to increase while real learning decreases. Frank Brady Yonkers The quality of New York’s education system has been on a long downward spiral. Years ago, the CUNY system eliminated educational standards with its open admissions policy, which proved to be a disaster and that ultimately was abandoned. Now, after allowing Regents standards to be watered down, the Board of Regents has decided to stop requiring the tests . This is a fool-hearted decision supported by ultra-liberal educators who don’t want to overwork or educate our kids. How Albany educrats turned NY’s once-proud schools into a national joke Harold Fishman Manhattan

New York · 09-16