Family of fallen Ga. teacher seeks mercy for students

A prank gone wrong claimed the life of a beloved math teacher; his widow is fighting a second tragedy: the potential imprisonment of the students involved.

Is senioritis a slump or a sign of readiness?

While some see senioritis as a dangerous burnout, students at others argue it’s actually the sound of a generation outgrowing their classrooms.

Mixtape mania: 54 years of rock ’n’ roll magic

From Prince’s purple reign to the soaring strings of The Chicks, 300 Sherwood students prove that the heart of Rock ’n’ Roll is beating louder than ever in Sandy Spring.

Beyond digits: 5G standalone handles an emergency

For visitors from Europe or Asia, your home emergency number is more "universal" than you think. Learn how modern 5G networks bridge the gap between 112 and 911.

Spring breakers are staying behind the gates

As cartel violence ripples through Mexico, high school students share why they’re trading local shopping for 'resort-only' security.

The Iran War fast-tracks the solar revolution

As gas prices surge, we explore the national security argument that wind and sun are the only "embargo-proof" fuels in 2026.

High school journalists tackle the 2026 Iran War

From Worcester to Winnetka, we analyze how student newspapers are reporting on the most significant military conflict of the decade.

2 boards, 1 district: The split in Indy school governance

We break down the mechanics of HB 1423 and how the proposed IPEC would take control of the city’s school buses, buildings, and taxes.

Decoding the IHSA’s new ‘Super Team’ rule

We break down the 3,500-student enrollment cap that is set to end championship eligibility for major co-ops across Illinois.

Student conductors in Kan. master the “holistic view”

New research reveals that conducting isn't just about keeping time—it's a high-speed cognitive exercise that reactivates the teenage brain.

Meet the 6 heroes draped over the Ed. Dept.

From Benjamin Franklin to Anne Sullivan, we look at the historical figures chosen to represent 250 years of American learning.

Why 2026 is the year of the cursive comeback

Neuroscientists and educators explain why the "outdated" skill of cursive is actually a secret weapon for student memory and motor skills.

Ga. jury convicts father in school shooting case

In a first-of-its-kind Georgia verdict, Colin Gray is held responsible for his son’s deadly attack on Apalachee High School.

Sharp rise in sleep deprivation among US teens: study

77% of US high school students are sleep-deprived, mainly due to early school start times that conflict with natural teenage biological cycles.

Policy vs. practice in a literacy stalemate

While Iowa politicians argue over using school IDs to borrow books, high schoolers in IL sit down with 4th graders to turn the tide on falling reading scores.

2026 Plastic: Mean Girls tops the high school stage

From Chamblee to Maryland, we look at how *Mean Girls* is teaching students the power of resilience and "sharing the stage."

New research links ADHD to brain reward systems

A landmark study reveals that ADHD is less about an inability to focus and more about how the brain processes "boring" tasks.

Some science in the story of high school sweethearts

From the intensity of the classroom to a 36-year marriage, an Ohio student explores what it takes for couples to go the distance.

Hard data, school culture, and locking the doors

After a police chase inside school walls, an Ore. school struggles to balance security data advocating for locked doors with the need to be welcoming.

Student film challenges the stigma of teen grief

By tackling themes of suicide and social identity, a group of Tennessee juniors and seniors is demanding a better support system for their peers.

No landing for Artemis III; moon shot moved to 2028

In a major policy pivot, NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced an incremental path to the lunar surface to ensure astronaut safety.

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Some college athletes, with diplomas, still can't read

A disturbing report by HBO Sports suggests that elite athletes are graduating from college without getting much of an education for their efforts.

Many, able to flee Philly, will do just that

The budget proposed for Philadelphia's public schools, which will result in the loss of almost everyone who's not a classroom teacher, has led us to change our mind about supporting the closures.

Some words in praise of Betsy DeVos

Editorials and commentators have been harsh in their treatment of the designation of Betsy DeVos as education secretary. A closer look.

Beware of misinformation after Hurricane Ian

Can you spot disinformation? Misinformation? Do you even know the difference? Can we teach kids this?

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Mixtape mania: 54 years of rock ’n’ roll magic

From Prince’s purple reign to the soaring strings of The Chicks, 300 Sherwood students prove that the heart of Rock ’n’ Roll is beating louder than ever in Sandy Spring.

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Decoding the IHSA’s new ‘Super Team’ rule

We break down the 3,500-student enrollment cap that is set to end championship eligibility for major co-ops across Illinois.

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