Ga. charter school operator stole $1.2 million
We've known charter schools can become corrupt more easily than traditional public schools because oversight regulations are relaxed.
Algebra 1 PARCC: Where’s the parabola?
Graphing parabolas is expected on the PARCC algebra 1 test (and in many algebra classes). Can you graph a quadratic function?
Sotomayor calls for better civics ed
Justice Sonia Sotomayor went to Washington (state) to tell teachers and judges the US needs to better educate good citizens.
Court steps into an IL medical marijuana case
Even in states with medical marijuana use approved, students still can't take those prescriptions to school. An IL judge stepped in.
Feds: We have no jurisdiction in transgender cases
The US Dept. of Ed. has reportedly dismissed 3 new transgender discrimination cases, claiming the department can't intervene.
Dr. sentenced, MSU prez resigns in gymnastics abuse
A man who served as "the must-see" physician for US gymnasts was sentenced to 40-175 years in prison for having abused them.
13 school-related shootings reported this month
School-related shootings involve the firing of a gun in or near a school, college, university, or school bus. Getting worse.
Please keep young children away from Tide pods
A ridiculous (and dangerous) challenge seemed so implausible that I didn't believe it was happening. A Md. student set me straight.
US should upgrade sex ed, a student opines
Incidents like Aziz Ansari's bad date or coercion, whatever it may have been, underscore the need for better sex ed in US schools.
Help wanted: Movie reviewer
Students who have opinions about movies: Apply to hone your writing skills, make a little money, and get some enjoyable entertainment.