Advocates sound alarm over rollback of civil rights enforcement at schools
”Basically, the referee has left the field,“ said Maura Sullivan, CEO of The Arc of Massachusetts, a nonprofit advocating for people with autism and intellectual disabilities.
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Baker Says No Plans To Change Mask Guidance For Schools
Lawmakers urge masks in early education and elementary schools. -
As Supreme Court Weighs Harvard Admissions Case, Two Asian Americans Speak Out And Allege Bias
A new study indicates Asian acceptance to selective schools would not increase much if test scores were only factor. -
Historic Vote Changes Boston Exam School Admissions Policy
The move is an attempt to make the schools more diverse and better reflect the city's racial, geographic and economic realities. -
Schools Face A New Threat In The Pandemic: Ransomware
Remote learning made school districts bigger target for hackers with ransom demands. -
Federal District Judge Withdraws Boston Exam Schools Opinion
"I have been misled," said Federal District Court judge William Young. -
Is It Ethical For Universities To Ask International Students To Get Re-Vaccinated?
There are few clinical trials on what happens to people who've gotten a Chinese or Russian vaccine and a U.S. vaccine. -
Feds Approve Release Of $611 Mil For Massachusetts Schools
The state will use the funds to help schools fund Acceleration Academies this summer. -
Boston Superintendent’s Contract Extended By Two Years Amid School Committee Controversies
The committee’s 4-1 vote Wednesday night took place despite calls from activists and some members of the public to delay a decision until the city elects a new mayor. -
Politics Forces Changes In New Admissions Plan For Boston's Exam Schools
Last minute changes to the admissions plan are expected to limit the increase in student diversity at Boston's exam schools. -
Community Colleges Scramble To Recapture Students Lost in Pandemic
Community college enrollment dropped nearly 10 percent during economic downturn, instead of rising.
