Disrupted: Tropical Storm in Houston, Heat in Philly
Storms and heat waves have disrupted the start of the school year from Texas to the Northeast. Underfunded schools can't keep cool as the planet warms.
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Teaching Profession
Thanking Teachers with a Whole Month of Free Coffee
A fresh coffeehouse in several Atlantic and Gulf states is celebrating teachers by giving them a free cup of coffee every day in September.
Research
What Kids Watch Matters. Screen Time, Not So Much
More screen time was surprisingly linked to better teenage cognitive performance, suggesting what kids do on screens may matter more than how long they use them.
Civics
Memphis Chatbot Could Save Lives in Overdose Situations
Students created a chatbot that provides overdose and emergency information, access to resources, and general info about opioid overdose.
A ‘Ton of Progress’ for the Bullitt East Band Family
A mellophone player from Kentucky describes special moments in marching band, as well as the sense of pride and accomplishment in her band family.
Naperville Central to Pilot Google Classroom this School Year
Here we compare two teaching and learning hubs for K-12 classrooms: Instructure Canvas and Google Classroom. Each is strong in different ways.
Again, Wildfires Close Schools in the Western U.S.
Wildfires, mainly in the western and southwestern US, close schools and threaten not only homes but air quality for people in other regions of the country.
Bands Camp Out for Music, Movement, Unity, & Pride
A Florida high school put their own spin on band camp, giving families an appreciation for the coordination, discipline, and practice required of marching band members.
Meta to Change Platform for Teens, Pay $17.1 Billion
The social media giant behind Facebook agreed to make major changes to its products over claims its platforms put children at risk.
10,000 schools & counting: The Unified Movement
We track the explosive rise of Unified Sports as more high schools adopt the inclusive model of state-level competition.
More than just tutus and arias at the 2026 Oscars
Following a "horrified" response from dancers, we examine the Olympic-level training and high-tech future of the performing arts.
Straws, ping pong balls reveal invisible harm of vaping
Read how a simple interactive game at Prospect HS illustrated the reality of lung restriction for dozens of students.
Movie review: Melania
From New York to Oregon, high school reviewers are panning the $75 million documentary as a "monotonous" political rebrand.
Curiosity to the capital: Colorado’s poetry champ
DB Henderson’s "curiosity" led to a historic state win and a ticket to the 2026 national Poetry Out Loud finals.
Swimming upstream against the wave of fake news
Arizona students share essential strategies for discerning truth in an age of AI and social media "outrage."
All grit, no quit: Jaycob Hall’s final heroism
A Stafford High senior and aspiring firefighter saves lives through organ donation, leaving a legacy of courage and humor.
Academics & STEM
Curriculum & Inquiry
Disrupted: Tropical Storm in Houston, Heat in Philly
Storms and heat waves have disrupted the start of the school year from Texas to the Northeast. Underfunded schools can't keep cool as the planet warms.
• Memphis Chatbot Could Save Lives in Overdose Situations
• Again, Wildfires Close Schools in the Western U.S.
Athletics & Sports
Fall Season Coverage
10,000 schools & counting: The Unified Movement
We track the explosive rise of Unified Sports as more high schools adopt the inclusive model of state-level competition.
• A team travels for talent and tradition
• 4 classes, 4 blowouts: IHSA girls’ b-ball finals
• Decoding the IHSA’s new ‘Super Team’ rule
Fine & Performing Arts
Music, Theater & Visual
A ‘Ton of Progress’ for the Bullitt East Band Family
A mellophone player from Kentucky describes special moments in marching band, as well as the sense of pride and accomplishment in her band family.