US colleges favor the wealthy, not the smart
It may not be a new idea, but wealth inequality has taken on life in current presidential debates. The issue resonates with voters in both parties.
Orange Ribbon bill for teen sleep in Md.
The Md. legislature is considering a bill that would recognize school systems that adjust 1st bells in accordance with research-driven teen sleep times.
Voters question Morton’s $10.5 million referendum
Voters in Morton IL could raise taxes at the ballot box next month. Schools need improvements, mainly for band rooms and gyms.
N.C. teacher wins GRAMMY music educator award
Congratulations to Phillip Riggs, a band director from North Carolina, on receiving the 3rd annual GRAMMY Music Educator Award.
Chicago gets dry snow & a little wind on VDay
Some snow and a snap of cold hit Chicago on Valentine's Day; it's moving east and could bring snow to Baltimore on President's Day.
Is Erin’s Law an unimaginable act in Md.?
H.B. 72 will go a long way toward helping kids speak up about sexual abuse and helping teachers recognize when it's happening.
What happens if the Supreme Court ties?
The death of Justice Antonin Scalia leaves several questions about cases this term that could now result in a tie vote if Pres Obama makes no new nominations.
Scientists confirm existence of gravity waves
Scientists hear evidence that gravity waves exist in a collision of black holes. Einstein predicted them a century ago in his theory of general relativity.
Start-up nudges students toward scholarships
How will you pay for college? You can start thinking about (and earning money toward it) as early as 9th grade with the idea of micro-scholarships.
More P.E. (not) linked to higher math scores
A new study from D.C. shows no positive correlation between PE minutes per week and academic proficiency in mathematics.