GOP Leader Warns Mamdani Plan to Phase Out Gifted Programs Will Harm NYC Students
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Updated · Fox News · Apr 28
GOP Leader Warns Mamdani Plan to Phase Out Gifted Programs Will Harm NYC Students
13 articles · Updated · Fox News · Apr 28
New York Young Republican President Stefano Forte criticized Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s proposal to eliminate gifted programs, warning it would reduce opportunities for high-achieving students in New York City schools.
Forte argued the plan would shift schools away from merit-based achievement toward equity-based systems, potentially lowering test scores and educational quality, especially impacting students from low-income families.
He also raised concerns about the appointment of Kamar Samuels as schools chancellor, increased influence of teacher unions, and possible changes to curriculum and teacher training under Mamdani’s administration.
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