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Massachusetts Extends School Mask Mandate Into Early 2022
Parents opposed to the state's mask mandate in schools object to the extension. -
Want Better Schools? Boston Mayoral Candidates Say: Put A Mom In Charge
Boston's next mayor will be a parent of public school students for the first time in decades. -
After George Floyd, More Suburbs Express Interest In Joining METCO
Since 2020, eight suburban districts in the metro area have expressed interest in joining METCO and educating Black and Latino students from Boston. -
Racial Justice: The Effort To Bring Back An Elected Boston School Committee
Issue of Boston School Committee's structure is a case study of race and power in the city -
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. -
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. -
Help Wanted: School Social Workers
Some districts are falling short of the recommended number of social workers and counselors post-pandemic. -
Boston Scraps Plan To Open Virtual School This Fall
Superintendent Brenda Cassellius says time for planning ran out, faults state
