NYC Bans Generative AI for Young Students, Limits Screen Time
Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a citywide ban on generative AI tools for younger students and new screen‑time limits, set to begin eight days before the 2026‑2027 school year starts.
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Former Montreal Mayor Valérie Plante to Join UdeM as Guest Expert
Valérie Plante, after eight years as Montreal’s mayor, will start a guest expert role at the Université de Montréal in the fall of 2026, bringing her municipal experience to the campus.
$48 Million Deficit Delays LaSalle College Term Start
A $48 million budget shortfall at Collège LaSalle has delayed the start of classes for about 3,000 students and 400 faculty members, with college representative Violette Cantin confirming the financial strain and ongoing efforts to address it.
Toronto Expands Free School Meals to All Public Students
Toronto’s school food program will start providing free meals to all 325,000 public school students beginning September 2026, expanding from its previous limited coverage to include every public school in the city.
Former Montreal Mayor Valérie Plante to Join UdeM as Guest Expert
Valérie Plante, after eight years as Montreal’s mayor, will serve as a guest expert at the Université de Montréal starting in fall 2026, returning to the academic sector.
LaSalle College Delays Semester Start Over $48M Deficit
Collège LaSalle in Montreal has delayed its September 2026 semester start due to a $48 million budget deficit, impacting 3,000 students and 400 faculty members.
LaSalle College Faces $48 Million Funding Gap, Delays Classes
Collège LaSalle in Montreal is delaying the start of classes for its 3,000 students and 400 faculty due to a $48 million budget shortfall, with officials working to find solutions.
LAUSD Blocks AI Apps on Student Devices
LAUSD officials announced on September 1, 2026 that software will block all generative AI applications on student laptops and tablets, extending the district’s technology policy to student‑owned devices.
LAUSD Sets Up Committee to Review AI in Classrooms
LAUSD has created a committee to study the use of AI tools in classrooms and consider possible bans, building on a recent vote to curb student screen time. The panel will evaluate benefits, risks, and policy options before recommending guidelines to the school board.
Inglefield Teachers Question $396 Million Bond Plan
The Inglewood Teachers Association raised objections to a $396 million bond proposal for school property upgrades, citing the district's recent receipt of $330 million from earlier bonds. The dispute underscores ongoing community debate over additional school financing.
Inglewood Parents Launch Community Childcare Cooperative
About thirty Inglewood families have formed a parent‑run cooperative to provide a community‑focused childcare model they call a "parenting village," addressing a perceived lack of local support.
School Board Candidates Vow to Ban AI in Classrooms
Chicago school board candidates signed a pledge on September 2, 2026 to ban AI tools in public school classrooms, citing privacy concerns. Advocacy groups also called for tighter screen‑time rules and a new chief privacy officer for the district.
Outremont Park Section Assigned to School and Rainwater Capture
Outremont has set aside a portion of Irma‑Le Vasseur park for use by a nearby elementary school during school hours and after‑school care, while also designating it as a rain‑water retention area for heavy rain.
NYC Public Schools Ban AI Tools for K-8 Students
The NYC Department of Education will ban AI tool use for K-8 students in the 2026-27 school year, affecting over 500,000 learners as part of a new curriculum policy.
Atlantic Cape College Students Gain AI Internship Experience
Atlantic Cape Community College students will receive hands‑on artificial intelligence internships in 2026 through an educational partnership, giving them practical experience in an emerging tech field.
LaSalle College Reopening Date Uncertain
The Quebec government is examining three possible outcomes for Collège LaSalle, including closure, leaving the college's September 3 reopening date uncertain.
Outremont Park Section Set Aside for School Use and Stormwater
Outremont has set aside part of Irma‑Le Vasseur park for use by a nearby elementary school during school hours and as a storm‑water sponge during heavy rain, aiming to support both education and rainwater management.
Montreal's Collège LaSalle Reopening Delayed Amid Government Review
The Quebec government’s ongoing review has delayed Collège LaSalle’s September 3 reopening, leaving the college’s future—whether it will reopen, adjust plans, or close—still undecided.
Study Finds Education Gaps Fuel Health Inequality in Montreal
A recent study identifies three education‑related factors, including differences between private and public schools and variations within public schools, as key contributors to health inequality in Montreal.
Quebec Government Still Deciding on Collège LaSalle Reopening
The Quebec government is still evaluating whether Collège LaSalle will reopen on September 3, 2026, including the option to keep it closed, leaving the college's future uncertain.
