P.S. Weekly
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This is the sound of the New York City school system. P.S. Weekly explores pressing issues facing students and teachers in the Big Apple. The Bell's team of high school audio producers work alongside Chalkbeat's seasoned education reporters to bring you stories, perspectives, and commentary you won't get anywhere else. Episodes air Thursday mornings.
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S2E11 Exclusive Interview with Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos
In this special back-to-school episode of P.S. Weekly, New York City schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos shared her thoughts on pressing education issues including the cellphone ban, restorative…
S2E10 What Do NYC Teens Think of the Mayoral Candidates?
What is happening with the youth vote during this year’s mayoral race? Are New York City’s young people tuning in? Are the candidates reaching out to young voters? And why hasn’t education been a…
Preview: Young New Yorkers and The Mayor’s Race
The race for New York City’s next mayor is in full swing, but do teens know what’s going on?Next week on P.S. Weekly, student journalists Roberto Bailey and Jojo Fofana are delving into the upcoming…
S2E9 Are NYC Schools Preparing Future Voters?
Why do so many young people lack the fundamentals of civics knowledge? Is the education system adequately preparing future generations for active participation in democracy? Do New York City teens…
S2E8 One Student’s Struggle with “School Refusal” After COVID
It’s been five years since COVID shut down New York City schools. How are kids faring with the aftermath? How do they talk about the pandemic – or not? The fallout is often framed around “learning…
S2E7 Reduce, Reuse, Revolt: How Students Are Fighting Climate Change
What is the state of youth climate activism in New York City? The momentum of the climate protests at the start of the 2019-20 school year may have slowed since the pandemic, and many students remain…
S2E6 Stalled: Why Schools Are Restricting Bathroom Access
Cutting class. Fights. Vaping. School bathrooms have long been notorious for all sorts of illicit behavior. And in response, many schools now significantly restrict access to bathrooms or are adding…
S2E5 Can Writing Teachers Fend Off AI?
There’s no way to ignore the rise of AI in schools. Students are embracing it. Educators are battling it. Policymakers are trying to get ahead of it. There's no turning back.But are there some…
S2E4 Why Do Teachers Leave? We Investigate
When schools have high rates of teacher turnover, students lose connections to trusted educators, and new teachers who fill the openings are often less experienced. Producers Mateo Tang O’Reilly,…
S2E3 When Filling Out the FAFSA Feels Dangerous
Applying to college is stressful enough. Navigating the financial aid process adds a whole new layer. And for children of immigrants, including those with undocumented parents, the process comes with…
S2E2 Are NYC Schools Teaching Sex Ed? It's a Touchy Subject
Are New York City students getting the sex education they need? P.S. Weekly’s episode 2 explores the systemic shortcomings and urgent need for comprehensive — and inclusive — sex education in New…
S2E1 The Fight for Ethnic Studies in NYC Schools
Our first episode of Season 2 dives into the state of ethnic studies in New York City schools and how the Trump administration could threaten the recent expansion of Black studies, LGBTQ history, and…
S2 We're Back with Season 2
P.S. Weekly Season 2 is here! The Bell’s student reporters have teamed up with Chalkbeat New York’s experienced education reporters and veteran executive producer Ave Carrillo, to bring you impactful…
S2 Live from SXSW EDU: Teen Journalists on NYC Admissions, Resources, and Real Change
We recorded this bonus episode live at the annual SXSW EDU conference, hosted earlier this month in Austin, Texas. P.S. Weekly’s student reporters spoke on a panel at the event, diving into the…
S1E10 Drama Over a School Arts Program and Who Gets to Swim?
While budget cuts threaten arts and swimming programs in NYC high schools, we talk to students and teachers who are advocating for their importance. In the first segment, hear from P.S. Weekly…
S1E9 Student Protests, Free Speech, and NYC Public Schools
While protests over the Israel-Hamas war have gripped New York City college campuses, we look at how high schoolers have reacted — and the student freedom of speech issues being raised.P.S. Weekly…
S1E8 Teens Want Therapy — Are They Getting It?
What happens when a teen wants therapy but their parents are unsure? Is NYC’s bold initiative to offer free virtual therapy to teens working? Tune in to find out.News Bulletin — Chalkbeat's Amy…
S1E7 Cafeteria Chronicles with the Critics Who Matter
In P.S. Weekly’s food episode, fourth graders visit NYC schools’ test kitchen, high schoolers rate grilled cheese sandwiches, and students dish on having microwave access. News Bulletin — Chalkbeat…
S1E6 The Teachers Who Have Shaped Us
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! In this special episode, hear P.S. Weekly and Chalkbeat reporters — and their parents — share stories about the teachers who have inspired, encouraged, and shaped…
S1E5 An Exclusive Interview with Chancellor David Banks
In this special episode, student reporters Shoaa Khan and Jose Santana speak to Chancellor David Banks about a range of important issues that affect students. Hear what the leader of the NYC public…
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