News Summary Beginning in fall 2025, New York State will introduce a universal free school meals program benefiting over 2.7 million public school students. This
News Summary On May 9, 2025, Governor Kathy Hochul signed New York’s $254.3 billion budget after a five-week delay impacting schools and lawmakers. The budget
News Summary The New York Board of Regents is maintaining its stringent regulations for private schools despite pushback from state legislators. Commissioner Betty Rosa emphasized
News Summary Governor Kathy Hochul’s proposed state budget, aimed at easing educational standards for private schools, particularly Hasidic yeshivas, is drawing criticism. While it seeks
News Summary New York has announced a comprehensive ‘bell-to-bell’ cellphone ban in public and charter schools, becoming the largest state in the U.S. to adopt
News Summary Governor Kathy Hochul has unveiled a $254 billion state budget, featuring a significant policy: a ‘bell-to-bell’ cellphone ban in schools. This initiative aims
News Summary The New York City Department of Education has suspended the release of mass communications to educators, students, and parents following backlash over a
News Summary New York City Mayor Eric Adams has initiated the ‘After-School for All’ program, a $331 million effort to expand affordable after-school childcare access
News Summary New York is implementing a ‘bell to bell’ cellphone ban in public schools starting next academic year. This law prohibits student cellphone use
News Summary New York will implement a statewide ban on smartphone usage during school hours, announced by Governor Kathy Hochul. This ‘bell-to-bell’ rule affects students
