Principals Union Asks Mayor De Blasio To Step Down From Education Role

City school administrators are urging Mayor Bill de Blasio to relinquish control over the Department of Education, citing a lack of confidence in his and Chancellor Richard Carranza's leadership. They propose state intervention to manage schools during the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite reopening efforts, challenges like staff shortages persist. The union has lost trust in the current leadership, while the Department of Education defends its actions, highlighting the safe return of students to classrooms.

What support do school leaders feel they need from the city and Department of Education?

How did a spokeswoman for the New York City Department of Education respond to the situation?