Patricia Willens appears in the following:
NYC Student Tackles the Last Test Standing Between Her and a High School Diploma
Wednesday, June 25, 2014
Danielle Motindabeka has overcome incredible odds to succeed in the United States - she has learned English, made a home here and is trying very hard to graduate high school.
High School Grad Rates Make Modest Climb in New York
Monday, June 23, 2014
The percentage of New York students who graduated within four years rose but not by much, and state officials said they could do better.
NYC Teachers Union Members Approve Labor Contract
Tuesday, June 03, 2014
The votes are in. Members of the New York City teachers union showed strong support for a long overdue labor deal with the city.
Students Take the Floor in Q&A with School Leaders
Tuesday, June 03, 2014
NYC students representing a wide range of high schools voiced their questions and concerns about the school system straight to people in charge at a WNYC/SchoolBook live event.
City Reaches 'Landmark' Contract with Teachers Union
Thursday, May 01, 2014
Details are out on a labor contract deal between New York City and its public school teachers. The mayor said it represents a huge breakthrough for New Yorkers because it does not rel...
NYC Kindergarten Waiting Lists Cut Almost in Half
Monday, April 21, 2014
A new ranking system for families applying to kindergarten led to shorter waiting lists at fewer schools.
Table Tennis and Badminton Go Varsity in NYC High Schools
Thursday, April 10, 2014
It's not just basketball, baseball or other traditional American sports anymore.
Peabody Awards Shine Light on Struggling High Schools
Wednesday, April 02, 2014
Three documentaries that address the challenges facing students and educators in poor, high-crime communities won top honors.
What You Need to Know About the Charter Schools Debate
Wednesday, March 19, 2014
Now that the dust up over a city reversal on three proposed charter schools has settled, somewhat, it's a good time to get a handle on the charter schools debate.
Almost Half of NYC Students Get Top Choice for High School
Tuesday, March 11, 2014
The numbers are in. Most students matched with a top choice for high school but the dust is still settling as families of eighth graders contemplate the transition.
Guide: The High School Years
Monday, March 10, 2014
SchoolBook's mission is to explain and report on the largest school district in the nation.
You Can Exhale Now. Maybe. High School Acceptances Out This Week
Monday, March 10, 2014
If past is prologue, about three quarters of students applying to public high schools will be accepted to one of their top three choices. But could that number be even higher if appli...
City Halts Six School Changes Inherited from Bloomberg
Thursday, February 27, 2014
Dozens of new or expanded schools got the all-clear to open this fall but a handful of others saw their plans dashed.
When Students Don't Return From School Break
Wednesday, February 26, 2014
Educators say it's a big problem, especially among new immigrant groups.
Pre-K Providers to Albany: Don't Leave Us Hanging
Thursday, February 20, 2014
Three major pre-kindergarten providers press lawmakers to figure out a stable stream of money so they can do their job offering programs to more four-year-old New Yorkers.
Opinion: Reward Teachers Who Brave the Snow
Thursday, February 20, 2014
A teacher makes an intriguing suggestion: create an "exceptional weather" policy that would not punish families or staff for missing school during big storms.
Complaints Pile On; Schools Chancellor Says It's "A Beautiful Day"
Thursday, February 13, 2014
Criticism of Schools Chancellor Carmen Fariña's decision to keep schools open today is piling up almost as quickly as the snow. But on one point both sides agree: the city must do a b...
Is It Still Lunch at 10:45 a.m.? City Schools Serve Meals at Odd Hours
Monday, February 10, 2014
City data shows that tens of thousands of NYC students are served lunch by 10:45 in the morning. When it comes to chicken nuggets before noon, how early is too early?
Student Experiments Launch into Space. Outer Space.
Friday, January 10, 2014
The launch went smoothly; astronauts should receive the payload this weekend.
Happy Holidays from SchoolBook!
Tuesday, December 24, 2013
Catch up on education news, get a head start on the school application season. SchoolBook is here for you even if the team is taking a little break for the holidays. See you next year!
