The Common Core standards have been strongly opposed by teachers and some parents, causing legislators to support halting them for two years.  This action will slow down education reform that is already long overdue. 

In New York City and many other cities, there is a political divide in the public school system.  While many liberals support traditional neighborhood schools, conservatives seem to support the charter school movement. 

The Common Core standards have been strongly opposed by teachers and some parents, causing legislators to support halting them for two years.  This action will slow down education reform that is already long overdue. 

In New York City and many other cities, there is a political divide in the public school system.  While many liberals support traditional neighborhood schools, conservatives seem to support the charter school movement.