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 reporter Sanaa Stokes, as she gives us the inside s

Student Protests, Free Speech, and NYC Public Schools

May 29th, 2024 21m 19s

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 reporter Dorothy Ha speaks to Orlena Fella, who

Teens Want Therapy — Are They Getting It?

May 22nd, 2024 23m 58s

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 Zimmer breaks down top education stories from the

Cafeteria Chronicles with the Critics Who Matter

May 15th, 2024 28m 5s

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 reporter Julian Shen-Berro breaks down top edu

The Teachers Who Have Shaped Us

May 8th, 2024 14m 8s

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 them. Get ready to laugh, or maybe even shed a t

An Exclusive Interview with Chancellor David Banks

May 1st, 2024 22m 45s

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 school system had to say about a new "Hidden V

A High Schooler Working at Bloomberg — Plus "Shotgunning" College Applications

Apr 17th, 2024 20m 46s

With college admissions in flux and the NYC school system shifting its emphasis toward "career pathways," two students prepare for life after high school.In the first segment, student producer Christian Rojas Linares explores a new apprenticesh

Students Speak Out About Special Education

Apr 10th, 2024 18m 58s

More than 200,000 New York City students have a disability classification that entitles them to specific learning accommodations — but do they always get them? Students share their experiences. Want to get in touch? Email us at PSweekly@chalkbe

A New York Chapter on the Banned Books Controversy

Apr 3rd, 2024 18m 29s

The national wave of book bans has been coming ashore in surprising ways in New York City.News Bulletin – Chalkbeat reporter Alex Zimmerman breaks down top education stories from the past week. (1 min)Segment A – Student reporter Salma Baksh i

Migrant Students Navigate a New Reality

Mar 27th, 2024 26m 37s

Officials estimate that more than 36,000 migrant students have enrolled in New York City public schools over the past two years. What challenges are these new students facing? And what are schools doing to support them?Segment A – Chalkbeat Rep

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Welcome to P.S. Weekly

Mar 19th, 2024 1m 42s

Get ready to hear the sounds of the New York City school system like never before.P.S. Weekly is a student-produced podcast that casts light on important issues in the nation's largest school system. The Bell's team of 11 student producers who

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