4 Groups Advocating Equitable School Funding
There’s a vast funding gap between majority-white districts and those serving students of color. These organizations aim to fix that.
New Biden Commission Focuses On Black Student Success
Biden's new Presidential Advisory Commission on Advancing Educational Equity, Excellence, and Economic Opportunity for Black American aims to root out racial inequities in schools and prepare kids for academic achievement and upward economic mobility.
New Funding Cuts Can Make Life Harder For Black Students
House Republicans want to cut Title I education funds by 80%, potentially eliminating $15 billion for underserved schools and students.
Teachers’ Strike In Portland Extends Into Second Week, Resulting In No School On Monday
In an ongoing battle for better conditions and resources in the education system, teachers in Portland, Oregon have continued their strike into its second week.
Can You Imagine Life Without White Supremacy?
In her TEDWomen talk, Princeton sociology professor Ruha Benjamin reminds us our dreams of a justice-centered future are within our reach.
Science Says Teens Need More Sleep. So Why Is It So Hard To Start...
Sleep deprivation in adolescents is linked to mental health struggles, worse grades, traffic accidents, and more. That’s why states such as California and Florida have mandated later high school start times. But opposition to later times is less about the science than it is about logistics and costs.
Why Are So Many Black Students Absent?
A new analysis reveals 29% of kids overall were chronically absent in 2022, and minority school districts are doing even worse.
10 Cities That Attract The Most Science And Engineering College Grads
As the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) continue to grow, more and more undergraduate college students are focusing on these areas of study.
Portland Teachers Hold Rally Ahead Of Potential Strike
As tensions rise in the education sector, teachers in Portland are rallying for support as they contemplate a potential strike. Portland teachers and supporters held a rally Saturday ahead of the potential strike this week.
Want Kids To Achieve? Heal Racism’s Wounds
Spelled out on its website, the Ever Forward Club's mission statement is deceptively simple yet powerful: “Address the underlying causes of dropout rates, youth violence, and the growing achievement gap through mentoring and social emotional development.”
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Nolan Wells’ Case Is Closed. His Family Still Demands Answers
A Mississippi grand jury declined to charge anyone in the drowning death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells, despite unexplained injuries noted in autopsy reports. His family, joined by attorney Ben Crump, disputes the ruling and is demanding a federal investigation, while a rapper-led campaign now offers a $1 million reward for credible evidence in the unresolved case.
