Lax NYC school cell phone policies put burden on teachers, leave students confused
On its face, the cell phone policy at Forest Hills High School seems clear: Phones cannot be used in school and must be turned off during the day,…
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ChatGPT caught NYC schools off guard–now, we’re determined to embrace its potential
As Chancellor of the nation’s largest school system, New York City Public Schools, I anticipated starting 2023 by continuing the crucial work of ensuring every student can read…
Computer science classes have an equity issue–some NYC educators are trying to change that
Computer science teacher Shanua Newton-Rodriguez is hoping to lead by example. A woman of color who grew up in the Bronx, she wants to see more students who look…
Tech Startup Debuts Revolutionary Distance Learning Platform in Partnership with NYC School
AuraNexus has partnered with the Marymount School of New York to debut its EdTech interactive video platform providing students and ... Read more
Amazon wins $30M contract to sell e-books to NYC schools
Amazon.com Inc. has won a $30 million contract to sell digital textbooks to New York City's public schools. The Wall Street Journal reports that the Panel for Educational…
Why cellphones belong in our classrooms
As NYC lifts its infamous cellphone ban, one local principal acknowledges challenges but sees plenty of possibilities when it comes to teaching and learning opportunities.
NYC wants to teach kids how to not ruin their lives on Facebook
The New York City Department of Education (DOE) wants to make sure teens know how to use social media responsibly, the Huffington Post reports.