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New York City is home to the nation’s most segregated school system, a fact that surprises those who think of the Big Apple as a progressive beacon. Deep inequities exist at every level of the NYC school system. We think more people should know about them and push to fix them.

That's why, each semester, we bring together a team of high school interns from across the school system to tell important... more

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What if your high school doesn’t offer your favorite sport? 

Today’s disparities in access to sports teams stem from a policy pushed by former Mayor Michael Bloomberg to replace large high schools with smaller ones. These new schools, largely servin... more

Success Academy reshaped what free education for low-income students could look like. The network boasts above average scores on state tests and impressive college admissions statistics. Some alumni, however, wonder if the academic pressure and stric... more

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The nation’s largest school system is shrinking, and one way city officials are tackling the drop: ramping up school mergers. 

New York City schools enrolled 793,000 K-12 students this school year, down about 15% from the 2019-20 school year, accord... more

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The Bell’s student reporters recorded a special live episode of Miseducation at SXSW EDU in Austin, Texas on March 9, 2026. Moderated by Salma Baksh, the conversation explored how student journalists can ask hard questions, hold institutions accounta... more

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Recent Guests

Sasha Hartwell
Senior at my school; attended Success Academy for much of her educational career
Success Academy alumnus
Episode: P.S. Weekly: What's the Price of Success (Academy)? Former Students Open Up
Osei Alfred
Student from SHR, later merged with BILA
School for Human Rights (SHR) / Brooklyn Institute for Liberal Arts (BILA)
Episode: P.S. Weekly: When Two Schools Become One
Aponi Kafele
Student reporter featured in the Missing Voices segment
The Bell / Miseducation
Episode: Live from SXSW EDU: How Our Reporting is Making a Difference
Jeremiah Dickerson
Student journalist and panelist
The Bell / Youth Journalism Coalition
Episode: Live from SXSW EDU: How Our Reporting is Making a Difference
Fredlove Deshommes
Student journalist and panelist
The Bell / Miseducation
Episode: Live from SXSW EDU: How Our Reporting is Making a Difference
Shikana Jason
Chemistry teacher and journalism club advisor
Academy of Young Writers (teacher)
Episode: Live from SXSW EDU: How Our Reporting is Making a Difference
Dash Anderson
Math teacher at The Young Women's Leadership School of Brooklyn, Brooklyn, NY; affiliated with Math for America
Math for America
Episode: P.S. Weekly: Is AP Calculus Pointless? A Teacher Defends His Subject
Kassidy Khuu
Junior at Hunter College High School, organizer of Hunter College High School for Equity (HCHS for Equity)
Hunter College High School
Episode: P.S. Weekly: The Invite-Only School Admissions Test You Don’t Know About
Kamar Samuels
New York City public schools chancellor under discussion
New York City Department of Education
Episode: P.S. Weekly: Exclusive Interview with Chancellor Kamar Samuels

Host

Jeremiah Dickerson
Primary host with the show's focus on NYC education and student perspectives

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 186 ratings
  • Diverse Perspectives

    Love the variety of voices and angles on education covered here. I also appreciate hearing young people get more comfortable asking hard questions and using this platform to connect with the masses.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Abedharma
    United States3 years ago
  • We get to hear students reveal our collective Miseducation!

    The ways in which the student perspectives shed light on the NYC school system’s inequities are honest and thorough. We get a fuller picture of the personal effects of city- or schoolwide policies in the lives of different students. The combined audio experience of music, narration and interview clips is also edited beautifully.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EstherAA~
    United States3 years ago
  • One small volley, one spike for progress

    The story about the Jaguars put the issue of integration, privilege, and team spirit front and center. What is the strategy for coaches who have club players, working students, and those with limited sports time? Can they build a team that represents each of the four school? Perhaps the Jaguars may benefit from a specific time to talk and explore goals and methods? Can parents from each school be more involved by organizing a team outing or a team breakfast? You have created a solid foundation f... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MoxieDeb
    United States4 years ago
  • NYC students deserve better!

    I’m so bad at listening to podcasts but I’ve become addicted to this one by Taylor! The interviews with the NYC high school students are so fun - these kids are so bright and inspiring. It’s heartbreaking to hear that NYC’s public school system is THE MOST segregated one in the country. Taylor’s lessons on the history and policy of integrations really help motivate and spur me as a listener to want to take some action. My only regret is not discovering it sooner. I highly recommend checking out ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    thivnav
    United States6 years ago
  • Review

    I’m late to the game in listening to this podcast but I love hearing student voices talking about the problems in NYC schools. I would love someone to make a similar podcast for Chicago Public School students!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MIBtwentytwenty
    United States6 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Audience appreciates coverage of underreported issues like school equity, credit recovery pitfalls, and civics education.
Guests and hosts are frequently highlighted for thoughtful, actionable discussions on education reform and youth empowerment.
Listeners value the real student voices and on-the-ground perspectives on NYC education.
The show is praised for well-produced storytelling that blends personal narratives with research and policy context.

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P.S. Weekly: What's the Price of Success (Academy)? Former Students Open Up
Q: What was the experience like when you first started at Success Academy and faced the discipline and classroom culture?
The early experiences involved strict rules, heavy emphasis on uniforms and performance systems like clip charts and mouth bubbles, which were perceived as both protective and punishing, shaping behavior and self-perception.
P.S. Weekly: What's the Price of Success (Academy)? Former Students Open Up
Q: Do you remember what your parents said about why they chose Success Academy in the first place?
Parents were excited about the education and the high acceptance rates, with many believing the program could lead to college success and better life outcomes.
Live from SXSW EDU: How Our Reporting is Making a Difference
Q: What can reporters and educators do to hear more from students?
Ask simple, jargon-free questions, create easy pathways for students to speak, and build ongoing structures for student voice rather than one-off conversations.
P.S. Weekly: Is AP Calculus Pointless? A Teacher Defends His Subject
Q: What do you hope students can get out of a Calculus class?
Dash emphasizes developing a deeper understanding of how change and rates affect real-world phenomena, along with exposing students to possibilities in STEM and beyond, rather than just memorizing formulas for a test.
P.S. Weekly: The Invite-Only School Admissions Test You Don’t Know About
Q: What changes are being pursued by HHS for Equity to address these disparities?
The group advocates for socioeconomic status weighing in admissions and for broader reforms that would make admissions more equitable, including test-prep access, open letters, pressure on officials, and ongoing dialogue with the administration to implement reforms while maintaining rigorous standards.

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This program centers student voices to illuminate inequities in New York City's public schools, with a strong emphasis on race, access, and policy impacts. Episodes frequently explore topics like credit recovery, civics education, student mental health, financial literacy, climate activism, and the politics shaping schooling. A distinctive thread is the way adult policymakers and educators intersect with lived student experience, often challenging conventional curricula and school structures. The show's unique angle is elevating youth perspectives as primary lenses on systemic issues, pairing firsthand narratives with research and expert context, and it often features cross-school and community voices to highlight actionable reforms.

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1. Sasha Hartwell
2. Osei Alfred
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4. Jeremiah Dickerson
5. Fredlove Deshommes
6. Shikana Jason
7. Dash Anderson
8. Kassidy Khuu

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