What’s the Price of Success (Academy)? Former Students Open Up
From “mouth bubbles” to clip charts, two students unpack their experiences attending Success Academy.
When Two Schools Become One
How are students affected when they lose their school identity? We hear from a Brooklyn student whose school merged with its downstairs neighbor.
Is AP Calculus Pointless? A Teacher Defends His Subject
As educators and students debate the value of Advanced Placement Calculus — often a gatekeeper to higher education — student reporters explore its real-world applications.
The Invite-Only School Admissions Test You Don’t Know About
Hunter College High School is one of the most competitive public high schools in New York City — and also one of the least diverse. Hear how students are advocating for a more inclusive admissions process.
Exclusive Interview with Chancellor Kamar Samuels
Student reporters ask the new schools chief about his top priorities, from safety and academic rigor to AI and school integration — and assess his answers.
We’re Back with Season 3
Real stories. Real students. Real insight into New York City schools. Tune in to P.S. Weekly to hear student-led reporting, perspectives, and commentary you won’t find anywhere else.