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Neuroscientists and educators explain why the "outdated" skill of cursive is actually a secret weapon for student memory and motor skills.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