New York spends $89 billion on public schools statewide, yet many districts still face cuts and shortfalls. Here is exactly how school money flows across New York, from Foundation Aid and property taxes to per-pupil spending gaps between rich and poor districts.

A heat advisory is in effect for all five NYC boroughs through Wednesday. But in low-income communities from the South Bronx to Central Brooklyn, extreme heat has always hit harder and hurt more. Here's why, and what families need to know right now.

The world of education is constantly evolving, much like the unique children we are raising and teaching. As parents, educators, and professionals, we often find ourselves navigating a landscape filled with new policies, budget shifts, and an ever-present desire to see our children thrive. But what...

New York's zero-emission school bus mandate is heading for a major delay. Here's what the proposed timeline change means for your district, your taxes, and your child's commute.

The 2026 New York school board election and budget vote is Tuesday, May 19. Here is everything New York families need to know: voter eligibility, what is on the ballot, how to vote early, and why this election matters for your kids and your taxes.

New York students remain nearly half a grade level behind pre-pandemic benchmarks, despite the state spending $35,000 per pupil. A sweeping new Stanford report reveals the learning crisis started in 2013, not 2020. Here's what the data means for NYC families.

From NYC's AI policy clash and school closure battles to the federal education funding fight in Congress and a massive data breach affecting millions of students, here is everything parents and educators need to know from this week's biggest education headlines.

Summer reading loss is real, but it is preventable. This guide gives New York families at every income level a clear, actionable roadmap to free books, library programs, digital tools, and community resources that keep kids reading all summer long.

New York's school bus system is under pressure from a driver shortage, poor vendor accountability, and a mandatory transition to electric buses by 2035. Here's what NYC families need to know and how to advocate for better service.

NYC is spending a record $43 billion on public schools -- $44,000 per student -- yet test scores lag nationally and enrollment has dropped nearly 10% since 2020. Here's what it means for NYC families and what you can do about it.

Parenting in New York requires much more than just navigating complex school policies; it demands a consistent, grounded presence. Learn why simply showing up for your child is the ultimate tool for building resilience and surviving the pressures of the urban education system.

The NYS Office of Teacher and Leader Development has released essential new crosswalks linking the Portrait of a Graduate to Teaching Standards, PSELs, and the CR-SE Framework. Learn how these resources provide a roadmap for educational coherence and student success in our latest Playbook guide.