Trump proposal: fund a wall, extend DACA
Trump said his “compromse” deal would protect DACA recipients and fund a wall in an effort to improve border security.
Articles by Paul Katula
Similar struggles have led to teachers’ strikes
Teachers have been on strike for 4 days in L.A., and talks are continuing. Here’s a brief analysis of the underlying causes.
Now playing at an L.A. school near you
When half a million kids are out of school but still go to school, what do you do? Herd them into a gym and show them a movie, of course.
Racism lingers despite some positive signs
Racism and discrimination, whatever euphemism we decide to call it, will never disappear from America, opines one student.
Teachers using Remind to be treated as spammers
A company that is widely used by teachers to keep students & families informed has to rethink its messaging system.
Chicagoans march for life during shutdown
Both sides of the abortion debate showed up for the annual March for Life in Chicago. A student reflects on her participation.
Yes, schools are open during the L.A. strike
Los Angeles teachers are on strike, demanding smaller class sizes, more counselors, librarians, and nurses for students, and a bigger raise.
Student opinions on the shutdown, week 3
Students have a lot to say about the federal shutdown and their take on the current mess in Washington has sparked some good writing.
In life, that’s how the ball bounces
The Bears and Ravens showed fans how to play the game of football (or life, actually), despite losing 1st-round playoff games last week.
Movie review: On the Basis of Sex
A movie released on Christmas highlights an important case fought by Ruth Bader Ginsburg who now serves on the Supreme Court.