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Newton teachers and school committee reach tentative agreement after 11-day strike
Massachusetts’ longest teachers strike in 30 years appears headed for resolution. -
Newton paraprofessionals earn lower wages compared to other districts
Salary increases for paraprofessionals remain a sticking point in the Newton teacher strike negotiations. Among its wealthier neighboring school districts, teacher aide wages in Newton are one of the lowest. -
Mayor Wu hopes to expand free museum admissions program for BPS students and families
The mayor's vision for the program allows Boston Public School students and families to visit several area institutions for free. -
How can Massachusetts help public school students with dyslexia?
Advocates say state curriculum mandates and private school stop gaps are possible solutions to help public school students with dyslexia. -
Report studies METCO program's efforts to close racial gaps in education
Tufts University researchers released a longitudinal study of METCO, a program that busses predominantly Black students from Boston to school in wealthy suburbs. -
As kids become politically polarized, learning civics could help bridge the divide
Advocates say children can be taught early how to be participate in government and discuss differences respectfully. -
Chronic absenteeism still high among Mass. students, new data shows
Nearly one in three high school students is considered chronically absent in Massachusetts, missing 18 or more school days each year. -
METCO program worried a level budget effectively cuts funds
METCO officials say the lack of an increase in this year's budget makes it harder to meet demand and go deeper on racial equity work. -
Mass. lawmakers weigh ban on Native American mascots in public schools
If the proposal becomes law, schools in violation would have a grace period to adopt new symbols. -
Boston schools task force members resign over new plan for English learners
Critics say the plan to move English language learners into general classrooms will leave them struggling to learn English as well as other subjects.
