Indian Americans mark the holiday of Diwali
The celebration of the Hindu holiday of Diwali means different things to different religions, but it is the triumph of light over darkness.
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Pfizer vaccine approved for children 5–11
High school students and governors say elementary school students should get vaccinated against Covid-19, now that the vaccine is approved.
Sharing, honoring pronoun usage means a lot
The use of appropriate chosen names and pronouns to refer to transgender students is critical and could help their mental health.
Entrepreneurs rise at Stephen Decatur H.S.
The entrepreneurial drive is strong in young people, some of whom try to start small business ventures while in high school.
Día de los Muertos honors dead loved ones
Mexicans and others in Latin America as well as in the US celebrate the Day of the Dead to honor deceased relatives and friends.
Joliet Central Drama to produce feature-length film
Drama students at an IL high school will release the first-ever feature-length film produced by students there come February.
Centennial fans, amid flood warning, flood football field
1st home victory in 8 years at a Md. high school; the state's capital experienced flooding that brought kayakers into the streets.
Oakdale band: 1st graders in an art museum
The marching band experience at one Md. high school tells a story about young art lovers but means much more to band members.
Bills in Penn., Iowa seek to muffle teacher voice
The idea of critical race theory is hotly debated across the US. It's not easy to understand why, but legislatures are taking action.
How to ask your date to Homecoming
Often with modifications due to the ongoing pandemic, high schools across the country are resuming some Homecoming activities, including dances.