We Congratulate the ‘Social Media’ Class of 2023
Big social media emerged when this year's graduates were born; smartphones got big when they were 7. Depression predictably followed.
News & Issues
Houston ISD closes due to boil-water notice
Houston's schools were closed Monday due to a boil-water notice triggered by a power outage at a water purification plant.
On the remote learning ‘science’ (editorial)
Did remote learning contribute to "learning loss" during the pandemic? Some authors think so, but it's not that simple.
Wild turkey spotted in the vicinity of Niles West
One of the most common subjects in student newspapers throughout every year, reliably, is the Thanksgiving holiday. Most stories are about food.
One student’s advice about dealing with bullying
Bullying is something US students should be prepared to deal with so it doesn't take them to depression. Here's some advice from a student.
K-3 teachers who ‘Say Gay’ in Fla. may lose license
The Florida State Board of Education approved a rule that could take licenses away from K-3 teachers who violate a new state law.
Educators critique Blueprint for Maryland’s Future
Some want an accountability board to revise the proposed implementation details of what the state calls the Blueprint for Maryland's Future.
Swatting threat in Towson originated outside the U.S.
A threat against Towson High School was received Thursday, and school and police officials are taking it seriously out of an abundance of caution.
Student declares tests an enemy of modern education
What good are standardized tests anyway? Do they just give corporations profit while impeding the progress of students and teachers in our schools?
Seattle student killed by gunfire after 1st period
A student was killed in a targeted gun attack Tuesday in a north Seattle high school. The suspect is in custody.