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Civic Center »

Schools Chancellor Dennis Walcott said his last day will be Dec. 31, no matter who becomes the new mayor.

New York City »

Many of the city's high school graduates remain unprepared for college-level work, officials said.

Mott Haven »

This year's 3rd to 8th grade math and English tests will meet more rigorous state standards.

New York City »

Hundreds of students will move to the next grade this fall despite failing state tests, officials said.

Manhattan »

Tests used in city schools omitted potentially offensive words like "dancing."

Murray Hill, Gramercy & Midtown East »

The century-old Washington Irving High School was among 23 schools the panel has now voted to close.

South Bronx »

Gompers supporters packed into a final hearing Thursday to protest the DOE's plan to shutter the school.

Murray Hill, Gramercy & Midtown East »

At a public meeting, parents, teachers and students pleaded with the DOE not to close Washington Irving.

Manhattan »

Nearly one in three Manhattan public elementary and middle schools earned ‘A’s on new report cards out Friday.

Manhattan »

Less than 60 percent of new teachers were granted tenure this year, down from 97 percent back in '06-'07.

Manhattan »

Newly appointed Schools Chancellor Dennis Walcott began his first day on the job by walking his grandson to school.

Manhattan »

Black needed the waiver because she lacks the education experience legally required for the job.

Harlem »

Opponents plan to challenge any waiver exemption given to Cathie Black allowing her to become Schools Chancellor.