Md. H.S. students pass around racist petition
A petition distributed by students at a Md. H.S. promoted white supremacy and featured racially charged language about African-Americans.
News & Issues
Highland Park board member resigns in protest
A district on Chicago's N. Shore is going through a tough time, and the outgoing supt. thinks some schools should be closed. Not everyone agrees.
Obituary: Charlotte Zaremba, 16; shot on Jan. 1
A sophomore in Howard Co., Md., died in a murder-suicide after a New Year's Eve party. Her mother was also shot in the assault.
What do you think will happen in 2017?
Educators from several US school districts make a few predictions for what they think 2017 will bring for the school community.
White teen assaulted in Chicago & on Facebook
The beating of a white, mentally disabled teen by 4 young black adults, broadcast on Facebook Live, has stirred outrage and concern.
5 injured in Md. school bus-car accident
A minor traffic accident in Charles County, Md., resulted in a rollover for the school bus involved. The 3 people on board, including a student, were injured.
IL makes transition easier for out-of-state teachers
IL took a step to reducing the red tape for teachers from other states who move to IL. It will be easier for them to get an IL license.
Parents, Poundstone want screen safety laws
Some parents and one famous comedian want Maryland legislators to enact screen safety laws because students are nearsighted and use computers a lot.
Concussion for N.C. student body-slammed by cop
A N.C. student suffered what appears to be a concussion after a school resource officer body-slammed her after she had broken up a fight.
Not all college students binge drink
It has been reported that we're naïve to think college students won't get drunk, thereby escaping criminal prosecution for some bad behavior.