NY school districts still face uncertainty amid state budget delays: Will Foundation Aid really be restored?
New York's delayed state budget is causing concern among school districts, with crucial decisions looming and the Foundation Aid formula's future still uncertain. Governor Kathy Hochul has hinted at an update to the formula by ... more
TALKING COLLEGE: Excessive Student Loan Debt Can Ruin Lives
EDITOR'S NOTE: This edition of Talking College originally debuted in March 2022. Student loan debt has become one of the most talked about problems during the past few years. On this week's edition of Talking ... more
Cayuga Community College launches new criminal justice degree program
Cayuga Community College (CCC) has introduced an Associate of Science (AS) in Criminal Justice, available from the Fall semester, to provide students with a comprehensive foundation for careers in criminal justice. Aimed at facilitating transitions ... more
Reviews of the Best Assignment Writing Services
One of the greatest challenges you can face as a college student is working on assignments. Often, professors ask students to submit well-researched documents as part of their coursework. The projects come with strict requirements ... more
Student Debt Cancelation: Biden’s New Plan For Wiping Out Mass Student Loans
President Joe Biden, aiming to fulfill a key campaign promise, unveiled a new proposal in Wisconsin aimed at canceling student debt for over 30 million Americans. This move comes after the Supreme Court blocked his ... more
Tips for Choosing a Language School
Choosing the right language school is a pivotal decision in your journey to learning a foreign language. But how do you know which school is the right fit? With so many options on the market, ... more
Academic Success Guaranteed by the Best Essay Writing Services
Are you looking for the most reliable essay writing service in the US? We have tailored our research to the five best services that offer nothing but the best essay writing solutions to students. Relying ... more
Hochul signals delay in changes to school aid as budget negotiations continue
Governor Kathy Hochul has signaled a postponement in implementing changes to New York's Foundation Aid formula, which impacts how school districts receive funding. The proposed end to the "hold harmless" provision, preventing schools from receiving ... more
Trumansburg schools face layoffs as enrollment falls, state aid dwindles
The Trumansburg Central School District is facing potential layoffs for several teachers due to a significant decline in student numbers, triggering budget cuts and a loss in state funding. The Board of Education postponed the ... more
New York aims to expand college tuition assistance
New York legislators are advocating for enhanced higher education funding in the state's budget, focusing on broadening the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP). The program, aimed at helping New York residents afford tuition at approved state ... more
Judge rules New York can proceed against transgender athlete ban
In a significant legal development, a U.S. District Court Judge ruled Thursday that New York state can continue its legal action against Nassau County's ban on transgender athletes in women's and girls' sports teams. Judge ... more
College costs skyrocket, sparking concerns among students
The soaring costs of attending college have reached new heights, with some institutions now charging up to $90,000 per year, creating a significant burden for families. Notable universities such as the University of Pennsylvania, Brown ... more
COLLEGE DEBT: Gillibrand calls for SAVE plan to be made permanent
Senator Kirsten Gillibrand is taking a stand to ensure President Joe Biden's income-driven student loan repayment program, known as the SAVE Plan, becomes a permanent fixture. This initiative has already seen enrollment from over 7.7 ... more
Penn Yan 8th grader will compete in national spelling bee
A talented eighth grader from Penn Yan Central School District has secured his spot in the upcoming Scripps National Spelling Bee in Maryland. Ryan Creary, representing the Wayne-Finger Lakes region, earned his place by correctly ... more
Romulus names two finalists as superintendent search continues
The Romulus Board of Education has narrowed down its search for a new School Superintendent to two experienced candidates, Amanda Caldwell and Jennifer Hayden, after a thorough selection process. Both finalists come with a robust ... more
College costs skyrocketing, will cost more than $90K on average this fall: Can financial aid help?
As high school graduates finalize their college choices, many are confronting costs up to $95,000 at some private institutions for the upcoming fall semester. This marks the first time annual expenses for tuition, board, meals, ... more
Geneva city schools proposes budget increase to support students
This week, the Geneva City School District Board of Education endorsed a new budget, suggesting a 3.9 percent hike in the tax levy. Scheduled for a public vote on May 21, the increase aims to ... more
State Education Department considers reforming lockdown drill mandates
The New York State Education Department is currently in talks with various stakeholders, including school superintendents and public safety officials, to review the necessity of the current four mandated school lockdown and active shooter drills ... more
FLCC students can now transfer more easily to HWS as part of new agreement
Finger Lakes Community College (FLCC) students now have a streamlined pathway to continue their education at Hobart and William Smith Colleges (HWS) thanks to a recent agreement between the two institutions. This collaboration, celebrated by ... more
