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P.S. Weekly
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.
Episodes
17 episodes
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, from Central Park East High School, ...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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30:21
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 even greater hurdles and anxieties.
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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21:19
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 York City schools.Producers Aponi Kafele,...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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25:32
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 other diverse curriculums in schools across ...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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17:38
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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 stories from inside New York City schools.&n...
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Season 2
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3:32
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 pressing inequities of New York City’s school syst...
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Season 2
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47:43
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 reporter Sanaa Stokes, as she gives us...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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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 reporter Dorothy Ha speaks to Orlena Fe...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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21:19
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 Zimmer breaks down top education stories fr...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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23:58
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 reporter Julian Shen-Berro brea...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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28:05
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 them. Get ready to laugh, or maybe ...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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14:08
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 school system had to say about a new "Hidden V...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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22:45
A High Schooler Working at Bloomberg — Plus "Shotgunning" College Applications
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 appr...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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20:46
Students Speak Out About Special Education
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.
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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18:58
A New York Chapter on the Banned Books Controversy
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 ...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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18:29
Migrant Students Navigate a New Reality
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 ...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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