The Child Soldiers of the Culture War
In New York City, adult activists use teenagers as human shields — by Aaron Sibarium “Last October, a group of New York City parents gathered… Read More »The Child Soldiers of the Culture War
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ACTION NEEDED: Oppose New York State Assembly A7510 to Repeal Hecht-Calandra
Bill A7510 Relates to admission to the specialized high schools in the city of New York; removes the discovery program admission process. Please send emails… Read More »ACTION NEEDED: Oppose New York State Assembly A7510 to Repeal Hecht-Calandra
PLACE NYC Stands in Support of Merit-Based Excellence at Hunter College High School
New York, NY, May 14, 2021 — Parent Leaders for Accelerated Curriculum and Education (PLACE NYC) stands in support of merit-based academic excellence at Hunter… Read More »PLACE NYC Stands in Support of Merit-Based Excellence at Hunter College High School
Education News Roundup: NYC Parents File Lawsuit Against DOE; AFT Wants to Fully Reopen by Fall
The coronavirus is continuing to batter enrollment in the nation’s largest school system. The number of city kids entering Department of Education middle schools this… Read More »Education News Roundup: NYC Parents File Lawsuit Against DOE; AFT Wants to Fully Reopen by Fall
Take Action for SHSAT
Call your senator to oppose the senate bill S3087. This bill is seeking to repeal the Hecht Calandra Act, which established the Specialized High Admissions Test (SHSAT)… Read More »Take Action for SHSAT
PLACE NYC Opposes Anti-Asian Senate Bill to Destroy Specialized High Schools
New York, NY, May 11, 2021 — Parent Leaders for Accelerated Curriculum and Education (PLACE NYC) have contacted NYS Senators Salazar, Biaggi, Brisport, Hoylman, Jackson,… Read More »PLACE NYC Opposes Anti-Asian Senate Bill to Destroy Specialized High Schools
What is the CEC and Why You Should Vote in the CEC Election
The 2021 CEC elections is underway — Voting begins May 1 and ends on May 11. Join us to learn about what CEC’s are, why… Read More »What is the CEC and Why You Should Vote in the CEC Election
Updated: PLACE NYC Recommendations for the 2021 Education Council Elections (CEC)
PLACE NYC CEC Elections Working Group based recommendations on review of candidate statements, CEC forum participation, and past CEC records if available. CEC candidates did… Read More »Updated: PLACE NYC Recommendations for the 2021 Education Council Elections (CEC)
Number Of Black And Latino Students Admitted To NYC Specialized High Schools Falls To Lowest Level In 3 Years
“The de Blasio administration’s open hostility to the test has led to the DOE failing to inform students of free test prep opportunities, said Lucas… Read More »Number Of Black And Latino Students Admitted To NYC Specialized High Schools Falls To Lowest Level In 3 Years
New York City Sees 18% Drop in Students Testing for Admission to Selective High Schools
“The advocacy group Parent Leaders for Accelerated Curriculum and Education has pressed the city to keep the existing gifted and selective screening in place. Co-President… Read More »New York City Sees 18% Drop in Students Testing for Admission to Selective High Schools