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100 Black and Hispanic Men Host Back-To-School Event

100 Black and Hispanic Men Welcome Students Back-to-School Business, community and religious leaders unite to encourage students to excel academicallyOn Wednesday, September 9, 2015, 100 Black and Hispanic Men will cheer on Harlem students on their first day of school […]

Welcome Dr. David Gomez, New Hostos College President

Welcome Dr. David Gomez, New Hostos College President

The new academic year kicks off at Hostos College with Dr. David Gomez as its permanent President. Late last June, the Board of Trustees of The City University of New York has appointed Dr. David Gomez, a distinguished academic leader, […]

by · September 4, 2015 · Education News, Higher Education
PS 106 School Supplies Event Hosted By AM Sepulveda

PS 106 School Supplies Event Hosted By AM Sepulveda

300 backpacks and back-to-school supplies distributed last Saturday at Caserta Playground ‘Family Fun’ celebration   Over 400 people attended a back-to-school celebration and free school supplies giveaway held last Saturday at Caserta Playground which was jointly sponsored by Assemblyman Luis Sepulveda and the PTA of […]

A TALE OF TWO SCHOOL SYSTEMS: RAMPANT INEQUALITY IN NEW YORK CITY SCHOOLS

A TALE OF TWO SCHOOL SYSTEMS: RAMPANT INEQUALITY IN NEW YORK CITY SCHOOLS

Analysis Shows Pipeline to Quality Schooling Reserved for White/Asian Students, while Black/Hispanic Students Condemned to Unequal and Inferior Schools Mayor de Blasio Needs to Keep His Promise to End Inequality — Educational Inequality Leads to Income Inequality   A new […]

by · August 27, 2015 · Education News
The New York Public Library Celebrates Top Summer Readers at Yankee Stadium

The New York Public Library Celebrates Top Summer Readers at Yankee Stadium

New York Public Library Kicks off Summer Reading Program at Mott Haven Branch with Neighborhood Block Party   On Wednesday, August 26th, The New York Public Library will be celebrated the participants of our Summer Reading essay contest. Enthused young […]

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Bronx Profile: Coach Christopher Astacio And The Lady Tigers

Cancer Won’t Beat Coach A and His Lady Tigers by Koi Germany, Jr. Coach Christopher Astacio, recent stomach cancer survivor and physical and health education instructor at Jordan L. Mott, Junior High School 22, granted The Bronx Chronicle an exclusive interview […]

Preparing for a safe, successful school year

Preparing for a safe, successful school year

Although it’s only mid-July, the start of a new school year is almost here. The Bronx Chronicle believes it’s important for parents to prepare their children for the challenges ahead. To that end, we have compiled a list of things […]

MONROE COLLEGE’S NABA CHAPTER RECEIVES REGIONAL “TOP CHAPTER” HONOR

MONROE COLLEGE’S NABA CHAPTER RECEIVES REGIONAL “TOP CHAPTER” HONOR

Student Chapter of the National Association of Black Accountants Recognized at National Conference     BRONX, NY, June 29, 2015 – Monroe College, a national leader in urban and international education, announced today that its student chapter of the National […]

by · July 8, 2015 · Bulletin Board, Education News
Governor Andrew Cuomo, son of Governor Mario Cuomo

“Enough Is Enough” Legislation Set For Cuomo Signature

Governor Cuomo is in New York City to sign his signature “Enough is Enough” Legislation to Combat Sexual Assault on College Campuses. The bill signing takes place at 12 noon at the New York University School of Law.  Last year, […]

Assemblymember Pichardo welcomes new Bronx Community College President Dr. Thomas A. Isekenegbe

Assemblymember Pichardo welcomes new Bronx Community College President Dr. Thomas A. Isekenegbe

“I would like to welcome Dr. Thomas A. Isekenegbe – whose distinguished career spans nearly 30 years of service in administrative, teaching and leadership roles at higher education institutions – as the new president of Bronx Community College. BCC is […]

by · July 5, 2015 · Bulletin Board, Education News
Statement from Senator Rivera on the Appointment of Dr. David Gómez as President of Hostos Community College

Statement from Senator Rivera on the Appointment of Dr. David Gómez as President of Hostos Community College

“I want to offer my heartfelt congratulations to Dr. David Gómez for being named President of Hostos Community College. During his tenure as Interim President of Hostos, my office and I have had the pleasure to work with Dr. Gómez […]

by · July 5, 2015 · Bulletin Board, Education News

Don’t Cut This Class. Earn Your Master Barber License.

The SUNY Bronx Educational Opportunity Center is currently recruiting for our upcoming tuition-free Master Barber Licensing.   The next class starts on August 10, 2015.  Limited seats available.   Registration:   Monday & Wednesday 8:30 am 1666 Bathgate Avenue Bronx, […]

Barnard College To Admit Transgender Women

The New York Times reports that Barnard College will begin accepting transgender women, joining other women’s colleges that have created policies on admitting students who don’t identify with their birth sex. The New York Times: http://goo.gl/qWtj63

by · June 5, 2015 · Education News, Women
Three Bronx, Harlem Charter Schools Earn Top 10 Finishes at National Chess Competition

Three Bronx, Harlem Charter Schools Earn Top 10 Finishes at National Chess Competition

Students from Success Academy charter schools in the Bronx and Harlem captured three of the top 10 spots when 2,100 elementary school students from across the country faced off in the National Elementary Chess Championships in Nashville last weekend. In […]

by · May 19, 2015 · Education News
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo

GOVERNOR CUOMO RALLIES FOR PARENTAL CHOICE IN EDUCATION ACT

On Sunday, Governor Andrew Cuomo attended a rally supporting the Parental Choice in Education Act, which he introduced last week. The Act will provide $150 million in education tax credits annually that reach across a variety of aspects in the […]

by · May 18, 2015 · Education News