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The foundation has gotten so many requests that it can’t fully fund them all.
SNAP delays prompt Denver schools foundation to restart pandemic-era food fund
The foundation has gotten so many requests that it can’t fully fund them all.
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November 11, 2025 at 4:05 AM
Meet the teacher who turned his hatred of school into a passion for educating the next generation of Bronx students. His secret? Care, community, high expectations, and hoops.
He hated school. How did he become a superstar Bronx teacher? A little basketball helped.
Meet the teacher who turned his hatred of school into a passion for educating the next generation of Bronx students. His secret? Care, community, high expectations, and hoops.
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November 10, 2025 at 10:50 PM
A board member quietly switched her vote. Critics say this was a backroom stunt designed to keep the public out of the discussion.
No one wants to talk about Newark superintendent’s contract extension vote
A board member quietly switched her vote. Critics say this was a backroom stunt designed to keep the public out of the discussion.
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November 10, 2025 at 8:55 PM
A universal school ratings system could provide parents with helpful information and inform high-stakes decisions about interventions and closures. But what should it look like?
This is one thing that advocates of IPS and charter schools agree on
A universal school ratings system could provide parents with helpful information and inform high-stakes decisions about interventions and closures. But what should it look like?
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November 10, 2025 at 12:05 PM
A study of a large Florida school district found that the effects of immigration enforcement on students’ academic performance was concentrated in high-poverty schools. The test score declines also occurred for U.S. citizen students.
ICE arrests could hurt student test scores, study says — and not just for immigrants
A study of a large Florida school district found that the effects of immigration enforcement on students’ academic performance was concentrated in high-poverty schools. The test score declines also occurred for U.S. citizen students.
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November 10, 2025 at 6:25 AM
Looking for free food and meals in Philadelphia? Here’s a list of food pantries and other resources.
Where students and families can find free food and meals in Philly
Looking for free food and meals in Philadelphia? Here’s a list of food pantries and other resources.
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November 9, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Educators, we want to hear your "6-7" stories: ckbe.at/481E2G1
November 9, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Is there any good news in the sea of glum learning loss data? Yes! Chalkbeat's Matt Barnum is digging into fresh data compiled by Brown University professor Emily Oster. Join us for the discussion.
Chalkbeat Ideas: New Insights from Learning Loss Data with Emily Oster
Join us for our first-ever Chalkbeat Ideas event, where our journalists examine the ideas and debates shaping American schools.
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November 8, 2025 at 5:15 PM
In a statement, Denver Public Schools said Friday that Marrero “has no plans to leave the district” but will be extending a current work trip for a “well deserved vacation.”
Media report: Denver superintendent Alex Marrero a finalist for Chicago schools top job
In a statement, Denver Public Schools said Friday that Marrero “has no plans to leave the district” but will be extending a current work trip for a “well deserved vacation.”
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November 8, 2025 at 12:01 AM
The latest internet craze has young people collapsing in laughter if they hear the numbers 6-7 in quick succession. Teachers: How are you handling it? ➡️ ckbe.at/481E2G1
November 7, 2025 at 11:13 PM
Meisha Ross Porter, who led New York City Public Schools until 2021, will interview with Chicago Board of Education members, a community panel, and the mayor next week.
Former NYC schools chancellor in the running for head of Chicago Public Schools
Meisha Ross Porter, who led New York City Public Schools until 2021, will interview with Chicago Board of Education members, a community panel, and the mayor next week.
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November 7, 2025 at 9:35 PM
Join us for our first-ever Chalkbeat Ideas event, where our journalists examine the ideas and debates shaping American schools. RSVP: ckbe.at/4nDa3cf
November 7, 2025 at 8:25 PM
Looking for free food and meals in Philadelphia? Here’s a list of food pantries and other resources.
Where students and families can find free food and meals in Philly
Looking for free food and meals in Philadelphia? Here’s a list of food pantries and other resources.
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November 7, 2025 at 8:20 PM
RSVP to be the first to hear about this new learning loss data and what parents, educators, and policymakers can learn from it. Register to submit questions: ckbe.at/4nDa3cf
November 7, 2025 at 2:15 AM
As Tennessee state departments reveal the budget increases they’ll seek next year, it’s not yet clear how much money the Department of Education wants to direct to its main funding formula and fledgling voucher program.
Tennessee schools want more flexibility for summer camp, tutoring funds, officials say
As Tennessee state departments reveal the budget increases they’ll seek next year, it’s not yet clear how much money the Department of Education wants to direct to its main funding formula and fledgling voucher program.
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November 7, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Be the first to hear about this new learning loss data and what parents, educators, and policymakers can learn from it. There will be plenty of time for audience questions. Please submit yours when you register: ckbe.at/4nDa3cf
November 7, 2025 at 12:45 AM
As Mamdani builds out plans to deliver universal child care, he will have to weigh speed against stability. Universal prekindergarten offers lessons.
Mamdani’s universal child care promise: Lessons from UPK on speed vs. stability
As Mamdani builds out plans to deliver universal child care, he will have to weigh speed against stability. Universal prekindergarten offers lessons.
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November 6, 2025 at 11:50 PM
One winning candidate attributed the sweep to “the state of the world.” She said voters “know they can trust teachers.”
Why teachers union-backed school board candidates won in Denver and what it might mean
One winning candidate attributed the sweep to “the state of the world.” She said voters “know they can trust teachers.”
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November 6, 2025 at 11:45 PM
Attorney General Todd Rokita says the district thwarted an attempt to deport a Honduran national with his son, a student in Indianapolis Public Schools.
Indiana attorney general sues IPS over immigration enforcement policies
Attorney General Todd Rokita says the district thwarted an attempt to deport a Honduran national with his son, a student in Indianapolis Public Schools.
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November 6, 2025 at 10:01 PM
The Philadelphia school system is undergoing a facilities planning process and will be announcing school closures. Advocates say schools can tackle health, safety, and climate at once.
Advocates want Philadelphia school district’s long-term facilities plan to prioritize climate preparedness
The Philadelphia school system is undergoing a facilities planning process and will be announcing school closures. Advocates say schools can tackle health, safety, and climate at once.
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November 6, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Sammy Caiola is Chalkbeat Philadelphia’s new gun violence reporter. She will dedicate the next year to writing about how schools can help reduce the number of children killed or injured by firearms.
Why we’re covering school-based solutions to gun violence
Sammy Caiola is Chalkbeat Philadelphia’s new gun violence reporter. She will dedicate the next year to writing about how schools can help reduce the number of children killed or injured by firearms.
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November 6, 2025 at 8:55 PM
Some mountain resort counties passed lodging taxes on Election Day that will devote a portion of the proceeds to improving child care availability or affordability.
Lodging taxes for child care approved in some Colorado counties, rejected in others
Some mountain resort counties passed lodging taxes on Election Day that will devote a portion of the proceeds to improving child care availability or affordability.
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November 6, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Think you know everything there is to know about learning loss and recovery? In this event, we’ll go beyond the headlines to unpack learning loss data and discuss solutions. RSVP at the link below.
Chalkbeat Ideas: New Insights from Learning Loss Data with Emily Oster
Join us for our first-ever Chalkbeat Ideas event, where our journalists examine the ideas and debates shaping American schools.
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November 6, 2025 at 6:15 PM
This mother and daughter created a nonprofit to help their close relatives with disabilities. It’s since grown to help hundreds of children in Detroit, as well as adults.
Detroit-based nonprofit aids underserved youth and people with disabilities
This mother and daughter created a nonprofit to help their close relatives with disabilities. It’s since grown to help hundreds of children in Detroit, as well as adults.
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November 6, 2025 at 6:10 PM