- NY
- Queens County
- 5/7/25
- 05/12/2025
- 176 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Community Education Council District 25 meeting was marked by discussions on multiple fronts, with the adoption of the Amplify math curriculum for middle schools taking center stage. This decision is part of the district’s effort to unify its approach to math education, replacing a variety of existing programs, including Houghton Mifflin Harcourt and Envisions, with Amplify. The council emphasized the advantages of this curriculum, particularly its additional resources for teachers and families, aligning with state assessment expectations. The community’s response to this change was mixed, reflecting concerns about the curriculum’s impact on student outcomes and the ability of schools to collaborate effectively.
- NY
- Queens County
- 4/30/25
- 05/12/2025
- 58 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: Community Education Council District 25’s recent meeting covered a range of topics, with attention on arts funding and civic engagement initiatives. The district highlighted participation in the arts for selected schools and emphasized the Project Soapbox initiative, which aims to enhance students’ civic readiness. The meeting also addressed challenges such as supporting English language learners and managing chronic absenteeism, while encouraging community involvement and parent engagement.
- NY
- Multiple Counties
- 4/30/25
- 05/02/2025
- 309 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The NYC Panel for Education Policy meeting on April 30 was marked by passionate public comments and discussions on the proposed phase-out of MS 394 and the introduction of the Central Brooklyn Literacy Academy (CBLA).
- NY
- Multiple Counties
- 4/23/25
- 04/24/2025
- 114 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent NYC Panel for Education Policy meeting spotlighted a range of issues, including calls for early dismissal for Juma prayers, concerns over procurement practices, and the challenges of school overcrowding and resource allocation. The meeting featured passionate appeals from students, educators, and community members, highlighting the diverse concerns facing New York City’s education system.
- NY
- Queens County
- 4/21/25
- 196 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Community Education Council District 30 meeting was marked by a discussion on the challenges facing public schools, particularly regarding the space and funding dynamics involving charter schools. A proposed resolution aimed to prioritize the needs of public schools in the district over charter school expansions, reflecting broader concerns about resource allocation and educational equity.
