Michael Elsen-Rooney is an education reporter based in New York City. He covers local education issues, with a focus on the New York City school system. His work explores topics such as school policies, student experiences, and the challenges faced by educators in the city.
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By: Michael Elsen-Rooney
New York City schools Chancellor David Banks was summoned to testify at a U.S. House of Representatives hearing on antisemitism.
By: Michael Elsen-Rooney
Homeless families in New York City schools are entitled to free MetroCards, but many schools are reporting delays in the distribution of the MetroCards, leading to attendance challenges for some families.
The city Education Department says it’s prioritizing students in the neediest schools and has added hundreds of new teams. But the situation has led one school’s dean to file a federal civil rights complaint.
The money will prop up a range of education programs, including preschool for 3-year-olds and social worker jobs funded through soon-to-expire federal pandemic aid.
By: Michael Elsen-Rooney, Alex Zimmerman
Police Confront Pro-Palestinian Protesters At CCNYPolice look on during pro-Palestine demonstrations at The City College Of New York as the NYPD cracks down on protest camps at both Columbia University and City College on April 30, 2024. High school students considering their post-graduation plans are watching the protests closely.
Banks will face questioning in Congress next week over his response to antisemitism in New York schools.
By: Michael Elsen-Rooney
Eleanor Roosevelt High School on the Upper East Side was one of several high schools that previously gave admissions priority to students who live in the district. Chancellor David Banks told parents he plans to bring back that policy.
By: Michael Elsen-Rooney
Students at Multicultural High School in Cypress Hills took home the top prize at April's Aspen Challenge, where teams of teenagers present solutions to social challenges.
By: Michael Elsen-Rooney
New York City schools Chancellor David Banks testifies at a hearing on antisemitism in K-12 public schools before the U.S. House of Representative's Committee on Education and the Workforce on Wednesday, May 8.
Banks Pushes Back ‘Not About Gotcha Moments'
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