Robert Cox+FollowNYC Catholic schools face tough choicesCatholic schools in New York City are seeing fewer students this year, and that’s leading to more school closures and mergers. For many families, rising tuition costs are making it harder to keep kids enrolled, and some students are starting the year at new schools after their old ones shut down. But there’s a silver lining: some schools, like Holy Cross High School in Queens, are expanding and trying new things to attract more students. Plus, there’s a noticeable increase in enrollment from immigrant families. What do you think—can innovation and community support help these schools survive? #Education #NYCschools #CatholicSchools00Share
Jorge Figueroa+FollowNYC teachers fundraise for basics despite record spendingNYC public school teachers are turning to online fundraising just to stock up on essentials like bandages, hygiene products, and even warm clothes for students—while the city is set to spend a staggering $42,000 per student this year. Many educators say their school budgets barely cover the basics, forcing them to dip into their own pockets or rely on platforms like DonorsChoose. It’s wild to think that with all this funding, teachers still have to crowdsource for what kids need most. How do you think the money should be spent to actually support classrooms? #Education #NYCschools #EducationFunding00Share
Nicole Snyder+FollowNYC schools still need over 100 staffers!NYC public schools are just days away from opening, but more than 100 crucial support roles—like community assistants, family workers, and school aides—are still up for grabs. These jobs don’t require a college degree and start at $44,432, offering a real chance for locals to make a difference in students’ daily lives. If you’ve ever wanted to be more involved in your neighborhood or help shape the school experience for kids and families, now’s the time. What do you think: Should more people consider these roles? Would you take a job like this? #Education #NYCschools #JobOpening10Share
johnsonjonathan+FollowStaten Island principal scandal rocks local schoolsA Staten Island principal is at the center of a major scandal after his wife exposed his affair with a younger teacher—who he allegedly helped secure tenure. The fallout? Two marriages ended, and the principal was removed from his school, but he’s still on the city payroll and might even get reassigned. Parents are outraged, questioning how someone with such lapses in judgment could be trusted to lead another school. This situation has sparked heated debates about accountability and ethics in our education system. How do you feel about leaders facing serious allegations staying in positions of authority? #Relationships #StatenIsland #NYCschools21Share
Darius Alvarez+FollowNYC school rocked by principal’s affair scandalA Staten Island elementary school principal’s secret affair with a younger teacher has exploded into a citywide controversy, shaking up two marriages and raising tough questions about ethics in our schools. Not only did the relationship allegedly involve favoritism and extra perks, but the principal kept his six-figure salary even after being removed from his post. Now, many are wondering: Should school leaders face stricter consequences for crossing the line, or is the system too quick to protect its own? Let’s talk about what real accountability should look like in our schools. #Relationships #NYCschools #EducationEthics10Share
Valerie Hall+FollowNYC school’s $20K breakfast bill stirs outrageNearly $20,000 in taxpayer money was spent by a Brooklyn middle school at a single Caribbean restaurant in just one week—before students even returned to class. We’re talking $600 on eggs, $480 on oxtail, and $200 each for coffee and tea, all for “school events” that remain a mystery. The Department of Education admits the school blew past spending limits, and now the city comptroller is raising red flags. With so many families struggling, how do you feel about this kind of spending in our schools? Let’s talk about what real accountability should look like. #Food #NYCschools #TaxpayerMoney00Share
RoyalRaccoon+FollowNYC schools’ discipline experiment backfiresClassrooms across New York City are getting more chaotic, not calmer, thanks to the $100 million push for “restorative justice.” Instead of suspensions, students are sent to meditation rooms or harm-reduction circles—but a new study shows this approach has led to a spike in violent incidents and absenteeism. Even teachers and parents say these gentle tactics aren’t working, with some kids facing zero real consequences for serious misbehavior. It’s raising big questions: Are we sacrificing classroom order and student safety for the sake of softer discipline? What’s the right balance between compassion and accountability in our schools? #Education #K12 #NYCSchools00Share
