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“On October 18, The New York Times published a piece entitled, “Smaller Classes? At Elite Schools, Some Parents Say ‘No Thanks,” in which the author seemed surprised at… Read More »The Fine Print: Why Some New York City Parents Are Against Smaller Class Sizes

“When lawmakers forced New York City last year to reduce public school class sizes, many parents celebrated a long-awaited victory. But now, the popular move is… Read More »Smaller Classes? At Elite Schools, Some Parents Say ‘No Thanks.’

“Critics of the new system argue that it has adversely affected diversity and integration, while supporters maintain that it upholds academic standards. Many parents, including… Read More »New York City Parents Call for a Return to Merit-based School Admissions

“It is election season in NYC. Not for president, Congress, state or city office, but for NYC school boards, also known as Community and Citywide Education Councils (CECs).

We are two New York City public school parents nearing the end of our first terms as elected representatives on Community Education Councils (CECs). And… Read More »Elevating Parent Voice: Why Run for an Education Council

“But many other parents, particularly in District 2, are appalled by the rollback of meritocracy.”

“New York City parents of pre-K students will apply for kindergarten seats in less than a month — and that means crossing your fingers that… Read More »One small fix for NYC’s cruel lottery for kindergarten assignments