WATCH: A video walkthrough of our guide on how to vet NYC schools like an education reporter
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A video walkthrough was recently released, demonstrating how to effectively vet New York City schools using a guide published by Chalkbeat in collaboration with The City Reporter. The guide aimed to assist parents in navigating the vast amount of data available online about the city's public schools and understanding the most useful pieces of data for assessing a school's quality.
However, the complexity of the city's online databases often posed challenges for parents. To address this, Chalkbeat and The City Reporter organized an event, held in person at the Brooklyn Public Library and also accessible online, where reporters provided step-by-step guidance on utilizing key data points, such as teachers' opinions about their schools, principals' spending habits, and the extent to which schools contribute to student growth.
The event also allowed attendees to ask questions that were not covered in the guide. Now, a recording of the event is available to serve as a valuable resource for parents and others seeking a deeper understanding of New York City's public school system. Michael Elsen-Rooney, a reporter for Chalkbeat New York covering NYC public schools, can be reached at melsen-rooney@chalkbeat.org.
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