Tag: Schools

Columbus Circle Day Care Scandal: Toddlers Hit with Metal Water Bottle, Dragged by Hair, Mouths Taped Shut, and More

Bobby Panza July 17, 2025 Community 5 Comments

The New York City Health Department received a complaint in February alleging that children at the Bright Horizons daycare center in Columbus Circle were being abused by employees of the … Read More...

Rooted in Jewish Values, Built for Today: After-School at Congregation Rodeph Sholom

Jessica Sherif June 10, 2025 Sponsored No Comments

At Congregation Rodeph Sholom (7 West 83rd Street), Jewish education empowers children to grow into their best selves—with confidence, compassion, and curiosity. Their reimagined after-school Read More...

Manhattan Country School Leadership Ousted as Parents and Alumni Step in to Save Beleaguered Institution

Mike Mishkin June 5, 2025 Community No Comments

A group of Manhattan Country School parents and alumni has taken over the governance of the financially distressed Upper West Side private school. Read More...

Upper West Side Private School Faces Closure After Bankruptcy Judge Rejects Emergency Loan

Mike Mishkin May 20, 2025 Community 2 Comments

An Upper West Side private school may be on the brink of closure after a federal bankruptcy judge declined to approve a last-ditch financing proposal intended to keep it afloat. Read More...

Scaffolding Finally Coming Down at UWS School

Bobby Panza May 8, 2025 Community No Comments

After nearly four years, the scaffolding at P.S. 166 is finally coming down. Read More...

Border Patrol-Themed Senior Prank at Private UWS School Sparks Outrage

Jessica Sherif May 7, 2025 Community 25 Comments

A senior prank at a prestigious Upper West Side private school has ignited controversy and discussions about cultural sensitivity within the school’s community. Read More...

Extracurriculars Are Important … But So Is Jewish Identity

Spencer Cain April 28, 2025 Sponsored No Comments

Today’s parents — and their children — juggle endless responsibilities. With the constant buzz of activities, technology and distractions, it can be challenging to focus Read More...

La Maternelle: Beloved UWS Bilingual Preschool Opens New Location

Spencer Cain March 20, 2025 Sponsored No Comments

If pursuing a bilingual education (English and French) for your little one is of interest, you’re in for a treat. Read More...

Parents Question UWS Preschool’s Gender Identity Lesson

Bobby Panza January 4, 2025 Community 15 Comments

An Upper West Side preschool is under scrutiny after a substitute teacher read a book on trans inclusivity to 3- and 4-year-olds. Read More...

From Anderson Cooper to Today: P.S. 145’s Journey of Resilience and Growth

Bobby Panza November 27, 2024 Community No Comments

Cervantes once said, “Time ripens all things.” During the pandemic, P.S. 145, The Bloomingdale School, located at 150 West 105th Street, provided education to asylum-seeking Read More...