Amy Zimmer

Author

FROM Chalkbeat New York

Essays, tests, auditions, frustration, stress: What it’s like to apply to high school in NYC

Despite the vast array of options, many families feel like they’re fighting for seats. In many ways, they are.

Amy Zimmer

Julian Shen-Berro

and

Michael Elsen-Rooney

| November 30

FROM Chalkbeat New York

Participation in parent conferences has plunged 40%. Is Zoom to blame?

Parent-teacher conferences remain virtual in NYC. Some love it, some hate it. Overall, fewer are joining.

Amy Zimmer

and

Alex Zimmerman

| November 9

FROM Chalkbeat New York

NYC high school applications are due next month. Here are 5 tips for navigating the process.

The complex process can be daunting for the tens of thousands of eighth graders applying to public high schools.

Julian Shen-Berro

and

Amy Zimmer

| November 3

FROM Chalkbeat New York

Meet Harry and Lucy, NYC’s tween wheelchair racers

In a city where accessibility is a constant challenge, the Rising New York Road Runners Wheelchair Training Program focuses on removing barriers.

Amy Zimmer

| October 27

FROM Chalkbeat New York

How running track led this Bronx middle school teacher and coach full circle

In middle school, Elías Cruz joined a track team started by his English teacher. Now he’s a middle school English teacher who started a track team.

Amy Zimmer

| October 25

FROM Chalkbeat New York

After flubbing flood response, NYC education officials send guidance for a drizzle

NYC education officials gave schools little guidance during last week’s flooding. This week, a chance of a quarter to an inch of rain prompted a detailed memo.

Amy Zimmer

and

Michael Elsen-Rooney

| October 6

FROM Chalkbeat New York

As NYC flooded, Eric Adams ordered schools to shelter in place. No one told principals.

An education department spokesperson said the agency communicated through a press conference and social media. But no one communicated directly to principals.

Michael Elsen-Rooney

Amy Zimmer

and

Alex Zimmerman

| October 2

FROM Chalkbeat New York

Flooding hits 150 NYC schools, upends commutes

The downpour affected service on every subway line, delayed dozens of school buses, and prompted both NYC Mayor Eric Adams and Gov. Kathy Hochul to issue a state of emergency.

Michael Elsen-Rooney

Alex Zimmerman

and 2 more | September 29

FROM Chalkbeat New York

Here’s what to know about COVID guidance at NYC schools this year

NYC schools no longer will report COVID cases, but students and staff still need to isolate for five days.

Amy Zimmer

| September 12

FROM Chalkbeat New York

Back to school for NYC’s nearly 900,000 students brings smiles and sweat

Students returned to the city’s nearly 1,600 schools on a sweltering Thursday as a possible bus strike loomed.

Amy Zimmer

Michael Elsen-Rooney

and 2 more | September 7