Newark Mayor Ras Baraka Archives - Page 4 of 6 - NJ Education Report
February 15, 2023

During Black History Month, Governor Murphy Announces Expansion of AP African American Studies in New Jersey

Yesterday Governor Phil Murphy announced the expansion of Advanced Placement (AP) African American Studies classes in New Jersey during a visit to Science Park High […]
January 23, 2023

COMMENTARY: Roger Leon Gets By With a Little Help From His Friends While Newark Families Pay the Price

Newark Superintendent Roger Leon is under a harsh spotlight as the district endures a growing list of revelations that would make any social justice advocate […]
August 15, 2022

Newark City, School District, and Building Contractor Accused of Violating Fair Labor Practices During School Construction

Politics in Newark is complicated but New Jersey’s largest city has this going for it: school and municipal leaders are tireless advocates for fair wages […]
May 18, 2022

Fifty Years After the Newark Teacher Strikes and Riots, Black Families Demand To Be Heard

In June 1972, the New Jersey Department of Education issued a report called “Teachers’ Strikes in Newark, 1964-1971.” The document includes a timeline that details […]