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.
Academics
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.
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.
Do cliques of today compare to those of yesteryear?
Many HS peer crowds have been constant, but changing demographics, cultural influences and college attendance have led to new peer groups.
The case against gerrymandering in Maryland
Redrawing congressional district lines is bound to be a high priority for Maryland legislators this year, given a Supreme Court case.
Md. legislature convenes during federal shutdown
The federal shutdown is officially the 2nd-longest in US history, but the state legislature convened in Annapolis this afternoon.
116th Congress is sworn in
The 116th Congress came to order Thursday, amid a government shutdown the House moved to end. History was made for women in the House.
Body shaming affects young people & can kill them
Body shaming and a negative body image can lead to depression, which can lead to other mental health issues, such as suicide.